HS 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
HEADING DEFINITION & DISAMBIGUATION
HS Heading 8528 encompasses 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. It classifies 9 6-digit WCO subheadings within Chapter 85 under the Harmonized System [USITC HTS 2026].
Subheadings Under Heading 8528
| HS Code | WCO 6-Digit Subheading Description | Chapter | Operational Package |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8528.42 | Cathode-ray tube monitors, Capable of directly connecting to and designed for use with an automatic data processing machine of heading 8471 | 85 | View 8528.42 Package → |
| 8528.49 | Cathode-ray tube monitors, Other | 85 | View 8528.49 Package → |
| 8528.52 | Other monitors, Capable of directly connecting to and designed for use with an automatic data processing machine of heading 8471 | 85 | View 8528.52 Package → |
| 8528.59 | Other monitors, Other | 85 | View 8528.59 Package → |
| 8528.62 | Projectors, Capable of directly connecting to and designed for use with an automatic data processing machine of heading 8471 | 85 | View 8528.62 Package → |
| 8528.69 | Projectors, Other | 85 | View 8528.69 Package → |
| 8528.71 | Reception 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 | 85 | View 8528.71 Package → |
| 8528.72 | Reception apparatus for television, whether or not incorporating radio-broadcast receivers or sound or video recording or reproducing apparatus, Other, color | 85 | View 8528.72 Package → |
| 8528.73 | Reception apparatus for television, whether or not incorporating radio-broadcast receivers or sound or video recording or reproducing apparatus, Other, monochrome | 85 | View 8528.73 Package → |
DISAMBIGUATION & CLASSIFICATION GUIDE
How to Select the Correct Subheading Under Heading 8528
Commercial shipments must be declared under the exact 6-digit WCO subheading that matches physical, chemical, or processing characteristics. Review the subheading descriptions above and verify against binding CBP CROSS rulings prior to entry filing.
Official Primary Sources & Authority References
USITC HTS Heading 8528 ↗
United States International Trade Commission official Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
CBP CROSS Rulings ↗
CBP e-Rulings database for Heading 8528 precedent rulings.
WCO Nomenclature ↗
World Customs Organization Harmonized System 2022 nomenclature standard.
U.S. Census Foreign Trade ↗
U.S. Census Bureau HTS-to-NAICS concordance and Schedule B export database.
Heading 8528 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What commercial articles are grouped under HS Heading 8528?
HS Heading 8528 covers 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, grouping 9 6-digit WCO subheadings.
How are 6-digit subheadings structured under Heading 8528?
Subheadings under Heading 8528 range from 8528.11 to 8528.90, classifying goods by processing state, origin, or material composition.
What is the representative US import duty rate for Heading 8528?
US MFN general duty rates for Heading 8528 commodities range from Duty-Free up to representative ad valorem percentages under the 2026 US HTS.
Are Section 301 tariffs applicable to goods under Heading 8528?
Section 301 additional tariffs depend on the specific 8-digit or 10-digit US HTS code and country of origin (e.g. China Lists 1–4A).
What PGA message set flags apply to Heading 8528?
Partner Government Agency flags (FDA, USDA APHIS, EPA) apply depending on the specific commodity sub-classification.
How do I distinguish between subheadings under Heading 8528?
Review WCO subheading terms and candidate descriptions. For example, unroasted vs. roasted or decaffeinated vs. non-decaffeinated.
Can goods under Heading 8528 enter duty-free under USMCA?
Yes. Goods originating in USMCA territories (US, Mexico, Canada) enter duty-free under SPI code P with a valid Certificate of Origin.
What is the Section 321 de minimis limit for Heading 8528?
Eligible import shipments valued at $800 USD or less imported by one person on one day enter duty-free under 19 U.S.C. 1321.
What documents are required for formal customs entry of Heading 8528?
Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading, and CBP Form 7501 are mandatory for entries exceeding $2,500 USD.
How can an importer get a binding CBP classification ruling for Heading 8528?
Importers may apply for a binding ruling via CBP National Commodity Specialist Division under 19 CFR Part 177.