What types of products fall under HS-4 8525?

HS-4 8525 covers transmission apparatus for radio and television, including cameras and video recorders, with or without sound recording features.

How do I choose between HS-6 852581 and 852582?

Select HS-6 852581 for standard cameras and HS-6 852582 for cameras designed to withstand radiation.

What is the significance of 'n.e.c.' in HS-6 852589?

'n.e.c.' stands for 'not elsewhere classified', indicating that the item does not fit into the other specific categories under HS-4 8525.

Can I import a digital camera without sound recording features?

Yes, you can import a digital camera without sound recording features under HS-6 852581 or 852589, depending on its specifications.

What should I consider when importing television transmission apparatus?

Determine if the apparatus includes reception capabilities to choose between HS-6 852550 and 852560.

Are there specific regulations for importing night vision cameras?

Yes, night vision cameras are classified under HS-6 852583, which may have specific import regulations.

What does HS-4 8525 cover in terms of sound recording?

HS-4 8525 includes apparatus that can record sound, whether integrated into transmission equipment or as standalone devices.

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8525 — Transmission apparatus for radio-broadcasting or television, whether or not incorporating reception apparatus or sound recording or reproducing apparatus; television cameras, digital cameras and video camera recorders

Chapter 85: Electrical machinery and equipment

Plain-language overview

Use HS-4 8525 when importing transmission apparatus for radio or television, such as a digital camera or a video recorder. This code applies whether or not the equipment includes sound recording features.

When deciding between HS-6 852550 and 852560, consider whether your transmission apparatus has built-in reception capabilities. If it lacks reception apparatus, use 852550; if it includes it, go with 852560.

For importing cameras and recorders, the distinction between HS-6 852581 and 852582 hinges on their durability against radiation. Use 852581 for standard models and 852582 for radiation-hardened versions.

If your product falls into the night vision category, you should classify it under HS-6 852583. For other types of television cameras that don't fit the specific criteria, use 852589.

Keywords & topics

Short phrases that describe this HS-4 heading when you're searching or filtering schedules.

HS-4 8525 · transmission apparatus · radio broadcasting equipment · television apparatus · digital cameras · video camera recorders · sound recording devices · reception apparatus · high-speed cameras · radiation-hardened cameras · night vision cameras · HS-6 subheadings · import codes · television cameras · recording apparatus

Examples

Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.

Digital video camera with sound recording features
Television transmission apparatus without reception capabilities
High-speed digital camera for sports broadcasting
Radiation-hardened camera used in aerospace applications
Night vision video recorder for wildlife observation
Television camera with integrated reception apparatus
Standard video camera for home use

Common questions

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What is HS-4 8525 used for?
How to classify a digital camera for import?
Difference between HS-6 852550 and 852560?
What are radiation-hardened cameras?
How do I determine the correct HS code for my video recorder?
What does n.e.c. mean in HS-6 852589?
Are night vision cameras included in HS-4 8525?

Questions & answers

For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.

What types of products fall under HS-4 8525?: HS-4 8525 covers transmission apparatus for radio and television, including cameras and video recorders, with or without sound recording features.
How do I choose between HS-6 852581 and 852582?: Select HS-6 852581 for standard cameras and HS-6 852582 for cameras designed to withstand radiation.
What is the significance of 'n.e.c.' in HS-6 852589?: 'n.e.c.' stands for 'not elsewhere classified', indicating that the item does not fit into the other specific categories under HS-4 8525.
Can I import a digital camera without sound recording features?: Yes, you can import a digital camera without sound recording features under HS-6 852581 or 852589, depending on its specifications.
What should I consider when importing television transmission apparatus?: Determine if the apparatus includes reception capabilities to choose between HS-6 852550 and 852560.
Are there specific regulations for importing night vision cameras?: Yes, night vision cameras are classified under HS-6 852583, which may have specific import regulations.
What does HS-4 8525 cover in terms of sound recording?: HS-4 8525 includes apparatus that can record sound, whether integrated into transmission equipment or as standalone devices.

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