What is HS-4 8528 used for?
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HS-4 · Heading
8528 — Monitors and projectors, not incorporating television reception apparatus; reception apparatus for television, whether or not incorporating radio-broadcast receivers or sound or video recording or reproducing apparatus
Chapter 85: Electrical machinery and equipment
Plain-language overview
Use HS-4 8528 when importing monitors and projectors that do not include television reception apparatus. For example, a shipment of LCD monitors designed for computers falls under this heading. Knowing the right subheading is crucial to avoid customs delays.
When deciding between the subheadings, consider the type of display technology. For instance, HS-6 852842 covers cathode-ray tube monitors specifically designed for automatic data processing machines, while HS-6 852852 includes monitors that use other technologies, like LCD or LED, for the same purpose.
If you have projectors, you’ll need to differentiate between those that connect to data processing machines and those that do not. HS-6 852862 is for projectors capable of such connections, while HS-6 852869 covers projectors that don’t fit this specification.
Keywords & topics
Useful terms traders and brokers use for this HS-4 heading.
HS-4 8528 · monitors · projectors · television reception apparatus · cathode-ray tube · LCD monitors · LED projectors · video display · data processing machines · color displays
Examples
Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.
- LCD monitors for computers
- Cathode-ray tube monitors for data processing
- LED projectors for presentations
- Television reception apparatus with color displays
- Monochrome television receivers
- Projectors not designed for data processing machines
- Non-color cathode-ray tube monitors
Common questions
Frequent classification questions with short practical guidance.
How to classify monitors under HS codes?
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What are the differences between HS-6 852842 and 852852?
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Which HS code for projectors that connect to computers?
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Do I need a specific code for television receivers?
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How to determine the right HS-6 subheading for my shipment?
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Related topics
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HS-4 8528 monitors and projectors classification
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importing cathode-ray tube monitors
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subheading for LCD monitors under HS-4
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projectors for data processing machines HS code
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television reception apparatus classification
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difference between HS-6 852862 and 852869
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how to classify video display devices for import
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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 monitors are included in HS-4 8528?
- HS-4 8528 includes monitors that do not incorporate television reception, such as LCD, LED, and cathode-ray tube monitors designed for computers.
- How do I choose between HS-6 subheadings under 8528?
- Choose based on the monitor or projector type and its intended use, such as whether it connects to data processing machines or is a specific technology like cathode-ray tube.
- What is the significance of 'n.e.c.' in HS codes?
- 'n.e.c.' stands for 'not elsewhere classified' and indicates items that don't fit into more specific categories within the heading.
- Are there different codes for color and monochrome displays?
- Yes, HS-6 subheadings differentiate between color and monochrome displays, particularly for television reception apparatus.
- Can I use HS-4 8528 for projectors?
- Yes, projectors that do not incorporate television reception apparatus can be classified under HS-4 8528, specifically under the appropriate subheading for projectors.
Decision boundary
HS-4 8528 vs 8471 (monitors/projectors vs data-processing units)
Devices marketed as 'smart display' may blur monitor and computer function. Primary function and device class matter.
Choose this code
- The product is principally a monitor or projector display unit.
- Core functionality is visual output rather than autonomous data processing.
- Technical sheet identifies display equipment characteristics.
Choose nearby code
- The product is principally an automatic data processing machine/unit.
- Computing function is primary and display is ancillary.
- Specs and market classification place it under computing hardware.
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HS-6 subheadings (9)
- 852842Monitors; cathode-ray tube, capable of directly connecting to and designed for use with an automatic data processing machine of heading 84.71
- 852849Monitors; cathode-ray tube, n.e.c. in subheading 8528.42, whether or not colour
- 852852Monitors; other than cathode-ray tube; capable of directly connecting to and designed for use with an automatic data processing machine of heading 84.71
- 852859Monitors other than cathode-ray tube; n.e.c. in subheading 8528.52, whether or not colour
- 852862Projectors; capable of directly connecting to and designed for use with an automatic data processing machine of heading 84.71
- 852869Projectors; n.e.c. in subheading 8528.62, whether or not colour
- 852871Reception apparatus for television, whether or not incorporating radio-broadcast receivers or sound or video recording or reproducing apparatus; not designed to incorporate a video display or screen
- 852872Reception apparatus for television, whether or not incorporating radio-broadcast receivers or sound or video recording or reproducing apparatus; incorporating a colour video display or screen
- 852873Reception apparatus for television, whether or not incorporating radio-broadcast receivers or sound or video recording or reproducing apparatus; incorporating a monochrome video display or screen