What is the difference between HS 854411 and HS 854419?

HS 854411 is for insulated electric conductors made of copper, while HS 854419 covers those made from materials other than copper, such as aluminum.

Which HS code should I use for optical fiber cables?

Use HS 854470 for insulated electric conductors that are optical fiber cables.

How do I classify co-axial cables?

Co-axial cables fall under HS 854420, which is specifically for co-axial electric conductors.

What is the voltage limit for HS 854442 and HS 854449?

Both HS 854442 and HS 854449 are for insulated conductors for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts, with 854442 being fitted with connectors and 854449 not fitted.

Can I use HS 854430 for all types of wiring sets?

HS 854430 is specifically for ignition wiring sets and other wiring sets used in vehicles, aircraft, or ships. Ensure your product fits this description.

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8544 — Insulated wire, cable and other electric conductors, connector fitted or not; optical fibre cables of individually sheathed fibres, whether or not assembled with electric conductors or fitted with connectors

Chapter 85: Electrical machinery and equipment

Plain-language overview

Use HS-4 8544 when importing insulated wires, cables, or electric conductors, such as copper winding wire or optical fiber cables. For example, if you’re shipping a batch of insulated copper wire for electrical installations, this heading applies.

When deciding between HS-6 854411 (copper winding wire) and HS-6 854419 (winding wire of other materials), consider the material composition of your product. If it’s made of aluminum or another non-copper material, use 854419.

If your shipment includes co-axial cables, choose HS-6 854420. This line is specifically for co-axial electric conductors, which are commonly used in telecommunications and broadcasting.

For wiring sets used in vehicles or ships, HS-6 854430 is the correct code. This line covers ignition wiring sets and other types specifically designed for automotive or marine applications.

Keywords & topics

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

insulated wire · cables · electric conductors · co-axial cable · optical fiber cables · winding wire · ignition wiring sets · connectors · voltage ratings · copper wire · non-copper wire · electrical installations · telecommunications cables · automotive wiring · marine wiring

Examples

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

Insulated copper winding wire for electrical motors
Aluminum winding wire for transformers
Co-axial cables for television and internet connections
Ignition wiring sets for cars
Optical fiber cables for data transmission
Insulated conductors with connectors for home wiring
Non-connected insulated wires for industrial use

Common questions

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What HS code for insulated copper wire?
How to classify optical fiber cables?
Difference between HS 854411 and 854419?
What is the HS code for automotive wiring sets?
Are co-axial cables classified under HS 854420?
How to determine the voltage rating for HS 8544?
What are the requirements for importing insulated conductors?

Questions & answers

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

What is the difference between HS 854411 and HS 854419?: HS 854411 is for insulated electric conductors made of copper, while HS 854419 covers those made from materials other than copper, such as aluminum.
Which HS code should I use for optical fiber cables?: Use HS 854470 for insulated electric conductors that are optical fiber cables.
How do I classify co-axial cables?: Co-axial cables fall under HS 854420, which is specifically for co-axial electric conductors.
What is the voltage limit for HS 854442 and HS 854449?: Both HS 854442 and HS 854449 are for insulated conductors for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts, with 854442 being fitted with connectors and 854449 not fitted.
Can I use HS 854430 for all types of wiring sets?: HS 854430 is specifically for ignition wiring sets and other wiring sets used in vehicles, aircraft, or ships. Ensure your product fits this description.

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