Chapter 85 covers electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers, television image and sound recorders and reproducers, and parts and accessories of such articles. This chapter is one of the most technology-intensive chapters in the HS classification, covering a wide range from household appliances to industrial electronic equipment. Television receivers, as typical consumer electronic products, rely on electronic circuits and display technology for their core functions, and are therefore classified in this chapter. Heading 8528 covers television receivers (whether or not incorporating radio-broadcast receivers), video monitors and video projectors. Specifically, it includes: television receivers, video monitors, video projectors, and monitors with television reception capability. However, heading 8528 does not include computer monitors (classified under 8471) and monitors solely for automatic data processing systems. The first 2 digits 85: indicates Chapter 85, i.e., electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers, television image and sound recorders and reproducers, and parts and accessories of such articles. Digits 3-4, 28: indicates heading 8528, i.e., television receivers (including with video display or screen), whether or not incorporating radio-broadcast receivers or sound or video recording or reproducing apparatus. Digits 5-6, 71: indicates subheading 852871, i.e., television receivers (with video display or screen), other than those designed without a video display or screen. This subheading further distinguishes whether a video display or screen is included, to differentiate it from other types of television receivers. The product is a television receiver with a video display or screen, whose core function is to receive television signals and display images. Therefore, it is classified under heading 8528, and based on whether it has a screen, under subheading 852871. If it does not have a screen, it is classified under 852872 (other television receivers). If it is a computer monitor, it is classified under 8471.
Chapter
Chapter 85 covers electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers, television image and sound recorders and reproducers, and parts and accessories of such articles. This chapter is one of the most technology-intensive chapters in the HS classification, covering a wide range from household appliances to industrial electronic equipment. Television receivers, as typical consumer electronic products, rely on electronic circuits and display technology for their core functions, and are therefore classified in this chapter.
Heading
Heading 8528 covers television receivers (whether or not incorporating radio-broadcast receivers), video monitors and video projectors. Specifically, it includes: television receivers, video monitors, video projectors, and monitors with television reception capability. However, heading 8528 does not include computer monitors (classified under 8471) and monitors solely for automatic data processing systems.
Digit Breakdown
The first 2 digits 85: indicates Chapter 85, i.e., electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers, television image and sound recorders and reproducers, and parts and accessories of such articles. Digits 3-4, 28: indicates heading 8528, i.e., television receivers (including with video display or screen), whether or not incorporating radio-broadcast receivers or sound or video recording or reproducing apparatus. Digits 5-6, 71: indicates subheading 852871, i.e., television receivers (with video display or screen), other than those designed without a video display or screen. This subheading further distinguishes whether a video display or screen is included, to differentiate it from other types of television receivers.
Classification Basis
The product is a television receiver with a video display or screen, whose core function is to receive television signals and display images. Therefore, it is classified under heading 8528, and based on whether it has a screen, under subheading 852871. If it does not have a screen, it is classified under 852872 (other television receivers). If it is a computer monitor, it is classified under 8471.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product Name: The Chinese and foreign language names of the declared goods, which should accurately reflect the product attributes, such as 'television receiver' or 'color television set'. Brand: Fill in the product brand, such as Sony, Samsung, etc. If no brand, fill in 'no brand'. Model: Fill in the product model to distinguish different specifications under the same brand. Screen Size: Fill in the screen diagonal length, usually expressed in inches, such as '55 inches'. Display Technology: Fill in the display technology type, such as LCD, OLED, LED, etc. Whether with Video Display or Screen: Clearly declare whether it has a video display or screen to determine the subheading. Receiving System: Fill in the supported television signal receiving system, such as DVB-T, ATSC, ISDB, etc. Use: Fill in the product use, such as household, commercial, etc. Product Name: Color television receiver; Brand: Samsung; Model: QA55Q60AA; Screen Size: 55 inches; Display Technology: QLED; Whether with Video Display or Screen: Yes; Receiving System: DVB-T2; Use: Household. Mistakenly classifying computer monitors under this code; computer monitors should be classified under 8471. Failure to distinguish whether it has a screen, leading to incorrect subheading classification. Inaccurate screen size entry, affecting customs judgment of the goods.
Product Name
The Chinese and foreign language names of the declared goods, which should accurately reflect the product attributes, such as 'television receiver' or 'color television set'.
⚠️ Only writing 'TV' without distinguishing whether it has a screen, or mistakenly writing it as 'monitor'.
Brand
Fill in the product brand, such as Sony, Samsung, etc. If no brand, fill in 'no brand'.
⚠️ Confusing brand with model, or omitting the brand.
Model
Fill in the product model to distinguish different specifications under the same brand.
⚠️ Incomplete model entry or confusion with series number.
Screen Size
Fill in the screen diagonal length, usually expressed in inches, such as '55 inches'.
⚠️ Not filling in screen size, or incorrect unit.
Display Technology
Fill in the display technology type, such as LCD, OLED, LED, etc.
⚠️ Vaguely filling in 'flat panel' without specifying the technology type.
Whether with Video Display or Screen
Clearly declare whether it has a video display or screen to determine the subheading.
⚠️ Mistakenly classifying a television receiver without a screen under this subheading.
Receiving System
Fill in the supported television signal receiving system, such as DVB-T, ATSC, ISDB, etc.
⚠️ Not filling in the system, or filling in incorrectly.
Use
Fill in the product use, such as household, commercial, etc.
⚠️ Use filled in too broadly, such as 'display'.
Example： Product Name: Color television receiver; Brand: Samsung; Model: QA55Q60AA; Screen Size: 55 inches; Display Technology: QLED; Whether with Video Display or Screen: Yes; Receiving System: DVB-T2; Use: Household.
Common Mistakes：
Mistakenly classifying computer monitors under this code; computer monitors should be classified under 8471.
Failure to distinguish whether it has a screen, leading to incorrect subheading classification.
Inaccurate screen size entry, affecting customs judgment of the goods.
🎯 Classification Logic
The core determination basis for classification is whether the product has television reception capability and is equipped with a video display or screen. Heading 8528 explicitly includes television receivers, whether or not incorporating radio-broadcast receivers. Subheading 852871 specifically refers to television receivers with a video display or screen. If without a screen, it is classified under 852872. If it is a computer monitor, it is classified under 8471. 852872 Other television receivers: 852872 is for television receivers without a video display or screen, such as television tuners. 8471 Automatic data processing machines and units thereof: 8471 includes computer monitors, which are designed for automatic data processing systems and do not have television reception capability. 8528 Television receivers, video monitors and video projectors: 8528 is a heading that includes multiple subheadings, and 852871 is only one of them. 852990 Parts of television receivers: 852990 is for parts, while 852871 is for complete machines. Does the product have television reception capability? Does the product have a video display or screen? Is the product used for automatic data processing systems? Is the product only a part? Does the product have radio-broadcast reception capability?
Basis
The core determination basis for classification is whether the product has television reception capability and is equipped with a video display or screen. Heading 8528 explicitly includes television receivers, whether or not incorporating radio-broadcast receivers. Subheading 852871 specifically refers to television receivers with a video display or screen. If without a screen, it is classified under 852872. If it is a computer monitor, it is classified under 8471.
Confused Codes：
852872 - Other television receivers
852872 is for television receivers without a video display or screen, such as television tuners.
8471 - Automatic data processing machines and units thereof
8471 includes computer monitors, which are designed for automatic data processing systems and do not have television reception capability.
8528 - Television receivers, video monitors and video projectors
8528 is a heading that includes multiple subheadings, and 852871 is only one of them.
852990 - Parts of television receivers
852990 is for parts, while 852871 is for complete machines.
Self-Check：
✓ Does the product have television reception capability?
✓ Does the product have a video display or screen?
✓ Is the product used for automatic data processing systems?
✓ Is the product only a part?
✓ Does the product have radio-broadcast reception capability?
❓ FAQ
Q: How to inquire about the tax rate for HS code 852871? A: You can check the latest import tax rate by entering HS code 852871 on the official website of the Customs Administration, the International Trade Single Window, or professional tariff inquiry tools. Tax rates may vary by country and trade agreement, and need to be determined in conjunction with the origin. Q: What is the difference in classification between television receivers with and without a screen? A: Television receivers with a screen are classified under 852871, and those without a screen under 852872. With a screen means having video display capability and being able to watch TV programs directly; without a screen means an external display device is required. Q: Why can't computer monitors be classified under 852871? A: Computer monitors are mainly used for automatic data processing systems and are classified under 8471. If a monitor also has television reception capability, it may be classified under 8528, and the determination should be based on the primary function. Q: How to fill in 'Whether with Video Display or Screen' during declaration? A: Based on the actual structure of the product, if it has a screen and is used to display television images, fill in 'Yes'; if it is only a signal receiving device without a screen, fill in 'No'. This element directly affects subheading classification. Q: Which HS code should smart TVs be classified under? A: Smart TVs have television reception capability and a screen, and are usually classified under 852871. If they have computer functions, the determination should be based on the primary function, and they may be classified under 8471. Q: How are parts of television receivers classified? A: Dedicated parts or accessories of television receivers are classified under 852990, but general-purpose parts are classified according to material. If the part itself is a complete television receiver, it is classified under 852871. Q: What is the main difference between HS codes 852871 and 852872? A: 852871 is for television receivers with a video display or screen, and 852872 is for other television receivers (without a screen). The difference lies in whether they have display capability. Q: What declaration elements are required for importing television receivers? A: It is necessary to declare the product name, brand, model, screen size, display technology, whether with a screen, receiving system, use, etc. The specific requirements are subject to customs requirements to ensure accurate classification.
Q: Q: How to inquire about the tax rate for HS code 852871?
A: A: You can check the latest import tax rate by entering HS code 852871 on the official website of the Customs Administration, the International Trade Single Window, or professional tariff inquiry tools. Tax rates may vary by country and trade agreement, and need to be determined in conjunction with the origin.
Q: Q: What is the difference in classification between television receivers with and without a screen?
A: A: Television receivers with a screen are classified under 852871, and those without a screen under 852872. With a screen means having video display capability and being able to watch TV programs directly; without a screen means an external display device is required.
Q: Q: Why can't computer monitors be classified under 852871?
A: A: Computer monitors are mainly used for automatic data processing systems and are classified under 8471. If a monitor also has television reception capability, it may be classified under 8528, and the determination should be based on the primary function.
Q: Q: How to fill in 'Whether with Video Display or Screen' during declaration?
A: A: Based on the actual structure of the product, if it has a screen and is used to display television images, fill in 'Yes'; if it is only a signal receiving device without a screen, fill in 'No'. This element directly affects subheading classification.
Q: Q: Which HS code should smart TVs be classified under?
A: A: Smart TVs have television reception capability and a screen, and are usually classified under 852871. If they have computer functions, the determination should be based on the primary function, and they may be classified under 8471.
Q: Q: How are parts of television receivers classified?
A: A: Dedicated parts or accessories of television receivers are classified under 852990, but general-purpose parts are classified according to material. If the part itself is a complete television receiver, it is classified under 852871.
Q: Q: What is the main difference between HS codes 852871 and 852872?
A: A: 852871 is for television receivers with a video display or screen, and 852872 is for other television receivers (without a screen). The difference lies in whether they have display capability.
Q: Q: What declaration elements are required for importing television receivers?
A: A: It is necessary to declare the product name, brand, model, screen size, display technology, whether with a screen, receiving system, use, etc. The specific requirements are subject to customs requirements to ensure accurate classification.
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