What is HS-4 8527 used for?
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HS-4 · Heading
8527 — Reception apparatus for radio-broadcasting, whether or not combined, in the same housing, with sound recording or reproducing apparatus or a clock.
Chapter 85: Electrical machinery and equipment
Plain-language overview
Use HS-4 8527 when importing or exporting reception apparatus for radio broadcasting, such as a portable radio that can operate without an external power source. This code covers various types of radio receivers, including those combined with sound recording devices or clocks.
Deciding between the HS-6 lines can be tricky. For instance, 852712 includes pocket-size radio cassette players, while 852713 covers larger radio receivers that combine sound recording features but are not pocket-sized. If your product is a compact radio cassette player, choose 852712; otherwise, consider 852713.
Another distinction lies in power sources. If your radio broadcast receiver requires an external power source and is designed for vehicles, you would use 852721 if it includes sound recording features. In contrast, 852729 applies to vehicle radios that do not have sound recording capabilities.
For radios that do not fit neatly into the above categories, such as those combined with a clock but not sound recording features, 852792 is appropriate. If your radio is simply a standard receiver without any additional features, 852799 is the correct classification.
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HS-4 8527 · radio broadcast receivers · import radio receivers · export radio broadcast equipment · pocket-size radio cassette players · vehicle radios · sound recording apparatus · clock combined radios · HS-6 classifications · radio receiver import codes · non-portable radios · external power source radios
Examples
Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.
- Pocket-size radio cassette players (HS-6: 852712)
- Car radios with built-in sound recording (HS-6: 852721)
- Standard vehicle radios without recording features (HS-6: 852729)
- Radios combined with a clock but no recording capabilities (HS-6: 852792)
- General radio receivers not categorized elsewhere (HS-6: 852799)
Common questions
Frequent classification questions with short practical guidance.
How to classify a radio receiver for import?
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What are the HS-6 subheadings under 8527?
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Is my radio receiver pocket-size or not?
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Do I need to classify my radio with a clock?
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How do I determine the correct HS code for vehicle radios?
Match the product to the legal wording, then verify the final pick in your country tariff schedule before filing.
Related topics
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how to classify radio broadcast receivers for import
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difference between pocket-size and non-pocket-size radios
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importing radios with sound recording features
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choosing the right HS code for vehicle radios
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understanding HS-6 subheadings for radio receivers
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what to do if my radio has a clock feature
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import regulations for radio broadcast receivers
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Questions & answers
For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.
- What types of radios fall under HS-4 8527?
- HS-4 8527 covers various radio broadcast receivers, including pocket-size cassette players, vehicle radios, and those combined with sound recording or clocks.
- How do I choose between HS-6 subheadings?
- Consider the size and features of your radio. For pocket-size models, use **852712**; for vehicle radios, check if they have sound recording or clock features to select between **852721** and **852729**.
- What if my radio doesn't fit any specific HS-6 category?
- If your radio is a general receiver without additional features, use **852799**. For radios combined with a clock but no recording, use **852792**.
- Are there special import regulations for radios?
- Yes, ensure compliance with local regulations regarding electronics and sound equipment, including safety standards and labeling requirements.
- Can I use HS-4 8527 for radios that only receive signals?
- Yes, as long as they are reception apparatus for radio broadcasting, they fall under HS-4 8527, regardless of additional features.
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HS-6 subheadings (8)
- 852712Radio broadcast receivers capable of operating without an external power source; pocket-size radio cassette-players
- 852713Radio broadcast receivers capable of operating without an external power source; apparatus (other than pocket-size radio cassette-players), combined with sound recording or reproducing apparatus
- 852719Radio broadcast receivers capable of operating without an external power source; n.e.c. in item no. 8527.1
- 852721Radio-broadcast receivers not capable of operating without an external source of power, of a kind used in motor vehicles; combined with sound recording or reproducing apparatus
- 852729Radio-broadcast receivers not capable of operating without an external source of power, of a kind used in motor vehicles; not combined with sound recording or reproducing apparatus
- 852791Radio-broadcast receivers n.e.c. in heading no. 8527; combined with sound recording or reproducing apparatus
- 852792Radio-broadcast receivers n.e.c. in heading no. 8527; not combined with sound recording or reproducing apparatus but combined with a clock
- 852799Radio-broadcast receivers n.e.c. in heading no. 8527; not combined with sound recording or reproducing apparatus and not combined with a clock