HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8517.11 – Line telephone sets with cordless handsets
HS code 8517.11 is the 6-digit subheading for line telephone sets with cordless handsets. It is used for DECT 6.0 cordless phones, analog cordless phones, multi-handset cordless phone systems, cordless phones with answering machines and business cordless phone systems.
What HS 8517.11 covers
This HS code covers traditional landline telephone sets equipped with cordless handsets, a technology that offered mobility within a limited range before the widespread adoption of mobile phones. While their market has significantly shrunk due to cellular technology, these devices still find use in specific niches, such as homes without reliable cellular service, businesses requiring internal communication systems, or for users preferring the reliability and sound quality of a landline. Major exporters historically included countries with strong electronics manufacturing, like China and some East Asian nations, which continue to produce them for replacement markets and specific demands. Importers are global, though volumes are much lower than in their peak. Key trade considerations include DECT (Digital Enhanced Cordless Telecommunications) standards, range, battery life, and integration with existing landline infrastructure. The market is mature and largely driven by replacement cycles rather than new adoption.
- Covers
- DECT 6.0 cordless phones
- Analog cordless phones
- Multi-handset cordless phone systems
- Cordless phones with answering machines
- Business cordless phone systems
- Home office cordless phones
- Examples
- Panasonic KX-TGD533W
- VTech CS6719-2
- AT&T CL82207
- Gigaset C570A
- Uniden D1788-3
Codes often confused with 8517.11
Common mistake. This code is distinct from cellular phones (851713, 851714) as it specifically refers to landline-connected cordless sets. It should not be confused with VoIP phones (often 851762) unless they are specifically designed as a cordless landline replacement.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 851711, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 851711 in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 21% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was France, with 8.5% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 United States $213M 21% of world exports
- 2 China $189M 19% of world exports
- 3 Malaysia $138M 14% of world exports
World total: $1.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 France $67M 8.5% of world imports
- 2 Netherlands $58M 7.4% of world imports
- 3 Germany $53M 6.7% of world imports
World total: $786M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for 8517.11
Brazil does not split HS 8517.11: its NCM code is 8517.11.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 85.17 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8517.11
What is HS code 851711?
HS code 851711 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Line telephone sets with cordless handsets. This HS code covers traditional landline telephone sets equipped with cordless handsets, a technology that offered mobility within a limited range before the widespread adoption of mobile phones. While their market has significantly shrunk due to cellular technology, these devices still find use in specific niches, such as homes without reliable cellular service, businesses requiring internal communication systems, or for users preferring the reliability and sound quality of a landline. Major exporters historically included countries with strong electronics manufacturing, like China and some East Asian nations, which continue to produce them for replacement markets and specific demands. Importers are global, though volumes are much lower than in their peak. Key trade considerations include DECT (Digital Enhanced Cordless Telecommunications) standards, range, battery life, and integration with existing landline infrastructure. The market is mature and largely driven by replacement cycles rather than new adoption.
What products fall under HS code 851711?
DECT 6.0 cordless phones, Analog cordless phones, Multi-handset cordless phone systems, Cordless phones with answering machines, Business cordless phone systems, Home office cordless phones
What are common misclassifications for HS code 851711?
This code is distinct from cellular phones (851713, 851714) as it specifically refers to landline-connected cordless sets. It should not be confused with VoIP phones (often 851762) unless they are specifically designed as a cordless landline replacement.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 851711?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 851711 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($213M, 21% of world exports), China ($189M) and Malaysia ($138M). World exports came to about $1.0B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 851711?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 851711 in UN Comtrade data were France ($67M, 8.5% of world imports), the Netherlands ($58M) and Germany ($53M). World imports came to about $786M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 851711 structured?
HS code 851711 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (85) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (17) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (11) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 851711?
In Brazil, HS code 851711 is NCM 8517.11.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.