Heading 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

21 declarable lines

Heading 8525 covers transmission apparatus for radio-broadcasting or television, whether or not combined with reception or recording equipment, plus television cameras, digital cameras and video camera recorders. It is split into 8525.50 for television and radio-broadcast transmission apparatus, 8525.60 for transmission apparatus that incorporates a receiver (transceivers and similar), and 8525.81 through 8525.89 for cameras and camcorders, with the 8525.81 to 8525.83 lines reserved for high-speed, radiation-hardened and night vision goods. All declarable lines in this heading carry a general (MFN) rate of Free.

Products in this heading

Studio television cameras
Gyrostabilized television cameras
Consumer camcorders
Digital still image video cameras
Citizens Band (CB) radios
Hand-held two-way radios
Marine VHF-FM radios
Set top boxes that have a communication function

How to choose the right subheading

Decide whether the item transmits radio or television signals, or is a camera or recorder; that splits 8525.50 and 8525.60 from 8525.81 through 8525.89.
For transmission apparatus, check whether a receiver is built into the same housing; if yes, the transceiver lines of 8525.60 apply.
For transceivers, identify the type: CB, low-power 49.82 to 49.90 MHz, hand-held, marine VHF-FM, or other.
For television transmission apparatus, note whether the item is a set top box with a communication function, satellite signal reception apparatus, or cable and closed-circuit television equipment.
For cameras, check the special subheading notes first (high-speed, radiation-hardened, night vision) before choosing among television camera, digital still image video camera and camcorder lines.

Often confused with

Smartphones and cellular telephones
Telephone sets for cellular or other wireless networks are named in heading 8517.
Heading 8517
Television receivers and monitors
Reception apparatus for television and monitors without reception apparatus belong to heading 8528.
Heading 8528
Standalone video recorders and players
Video recording or reproducing apparatus is classified in heading 8521, not with cameras.
Heading 8521
Radar and radio remote control apparatus
Radar, radio navigational aids and radio remote controls are covered by heading 8526.
Heading 8526
Radio-broadcast receivers
Reception apparatus for radio-broadcasting goes to heading 8527, while 8525 covers the transmitting side.
Heading 8527

Frequently asked questions

What is the HTS code for a TV set top box with a communication function?

It is classified under 8525.50.10.00, with a general (MFN) rate of Free.

What is the duty on camcorders?

Camcorders fall under 8525.89.50.30, and the general (MFN) rate is Free.

How do I classify a hand-held two-way radio?

A hand-held transceiver that both transmits and receives is classified under 8525.60.10.30, with a general (MFN) rate of Free.

Guide written from the official schedule text. Rates quoted are general (MFN) rates; check the line page for trade agreement rates and the classification of your exact product.