HS Chapter 85 — Electrical machinery and equipment
Harmonized System classification guide · last updated 2026-10-14
HS Chapter
Chapter number
Section
Section name
Typical duty
By subheading & market
HS headings
4-digit headings
What Chapter 85 covers
Electric motors, batteries, phones, TVs, semiconductors, sound/recording equipment.
Common HS headings in Chapter 85
- 8501 Electric motors
- 8517 Telephone sets
- 8528 TV receivers
Classification notes
Function (power vs communication vs component) determines the heading; electronics need HS precision.
Frequently asked questions about HS Chapter 85
What Chapter 85 covers
Electric motors, batteries, phones, TVs, semiconductors, sound/recording equipment.
Which products are classified under HS Chapter 85?
Common HS headings in Chapter 85 include: 8501 Electric motors; 8517 Telephone sets; 8528 TV receivers.
How do I find the import duty for HS Chapter 85 goods?
Determine the precise 6-digit HS subheading for your product, then check the MFN rate and any preferential rate for your destination market (e.g., China, the United States, the EU). 169e’s country tariff pages list rates per HS chapter.
What should I watch for when classifying HS Chapter 85 products?
Function (power vs communication vs component) determines the heading; electronics need HS precision.