HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 8517.62 – Communication apparatus (excluding telephone sets or base stations); machines for the reception, conversion and transmission or regeneration of voice, images or other data, including switching and routing apparatus

HS code 8517.62 is the 6-digit subheading for communication apparatus (excluding telephone sets or base stations), machines for the reception, conversion and transmission or regeneration of voice, images or other data, including switching and routing apparatus. It is used for network routers, ethernet switches, optical transceivers, media converters and voIP gateways.

What HS 8517.62 covers

This code encompasses a broad range of communication apparatus vital for modern data networks, excluding telephone sets and base stations. It specifically targets machines for the reception, conversion, transmission, or regeneration of voice, images, or other data, including switching and routing apparatus. This category is the backbone of the internet and enterprise networks, facilitating data flow and connectivity for businesses, data centers, and internet service providers. Trade involves high-value, complex equipment, often subject to rapid technological obsolescence and stringent cybersecurity requirements. Importers are typically countries with advanced digital economies and growing internet penetration, while exporters are often tech-manufacturing hubs. The global demand is fueled by cloud computing, IoT, and increasing data consumption, making these goods indispensable for national digital infrastructure.

Covers
  • Network routers
  • Ethernet switches
  • Optical transceivers
  • Media converters
  • VoIP gateways
  • Firewalls
  • Load balancers
  • Network interface cards.
Examples
  • Cisco Catalyst Switch
  • Juniper MX Series Router
  • Palo Alto Networks Firewall
  • Arista 7000 Series
  • Ubiquiti UniFi Switch.

Codes often confused with 8517.62

Common mistake. Often confused with 851769 (other communication apparatus, n.e.c.) if the primary function isn't clearly switching or routing, or 851779 (parts) if traded as modules rather than complete apparatus.

8517.69Communication apparatus (excluding telephone sets or base stations); machines for the transmission or reception of voice, images or other data (including wired/wireless networks), n.e.c. in item no. 8517.68517.79Communication apparatus; parts, other than aerials and aerial reflectors of all kinds

Top exporters and importers of HS code 851762, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 851762 in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 23% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 28% 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. 1 Vietnam* ~$68.9B
  2. 2 China $38.5B
  3. 3 Hong Kong $34.1B

World total: $303.8B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 United States $84.9B
  2. 2 Hong Kong $36.2B
  3. 3 Netherlands $18.4B

World total: $301.0B 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 codes for 8517.62 27

Brazil splits HS 8517.62 into 27 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.

  1. 8517.62.1 Subscriber line concentrators (exchange terminals or remote terminals) and multiplexersConcentradores de linhas de assinantes (terminais de central ou terminal remoto) e multiplexadores Group
  2. 8517.62.14 Subscriber line concentratorsConcentradores de linhas de assinantes (terminais de central ou terminal remoto)
  3. 8517.62.15 Telecommunication multiplexersMultiplexadores
  4. 8517.62.2 Apparatus for switching telephone linesAparelhos para comutação de linhas telefônicas Group
  5. 8517.62.21 Public automatic telephone exchangesCentrais automáticas públicas, incluindo as de trânsito
  6. 8517.62.29 Other telephone line switching apparatusOutros
  7. 8517.62.3 Other switching apparatusOutros aparelhos para comutação Group
  8. 8517.62.34 Network switches (data packet switching)Aparelhos para comutação de pacotes de dados (switches)
  9. 8517.62.39 Other switching apparatusOutros
  10. 8517.62.4 Digital routers, for networks, whether or not wiredRoteadores digitais, em redes mesmo com fio Group
  11. 8517.62.41 Wireless digital routersCom capacidade de conexão sem fio
  12. 8517.62.49 Digital routers without wireless capabilityOutros
  13. 8517.62.5 Other apparatus for the reception, transmission or regeneration of voice, images or other data in a wired networkOutros aparelhos para recepção, transmissão ou regeneração de voz, imagens ou outros dados em rede com fio Group
  14. 8517.62.51 Terminals or repeaters for metallic linesTerminais ou repetidores sobre linhas metálicas
  15. 8517.62.52 Fibre-optic terminals/repeaters, over 2.5 Gbit/sTerminais ou repetidores sobre linhas de fibras ópticas, com velocidade de transmissão superior a 2,5 Gbit/s
  16. 8517.62.53 Baudot code text terminals with keyboardTerminais de texto que operem com código de transmissão Baudot, providos de teclado alfanumérico e visor, mesmo com telefone incorporado
  17. 8517.62.54 Network hubsDistribuidores de conexões para redes (hubs)
  18. 8517.62.55 Modems for wired networksModuladores-demoduladores (modems)
  19. 8517.62.56 Wired intercomsInterfones
  20. 8517.62.59 Other wired network data apparatusOutros
  21. 8517.62.6 Transmission apparatus incorporating reception apparatus, of cellular or satellite technologyAparelhos emissores com receptor incorporado de tecnologia celular ou por satélite Group
  22. 8517.62.62 Cellular-technology transceiversDe tecnologia celular
  23. 8517.62.64 Digital satellite transceivers, C/Ku/L/S bandPor satélite, digitais, operando em banda C, Ku, L ou S
  24. 8517.62.65 Other satellite transceiversOutros, por satélite
  25. 8517.62.7 Other transmission apparatus incorporating reception apparatus, digitalOutros aparelhos emissores com receptor incorporado, digitais Group
  26. 8517.62.72 Digital transceivers under 15 GHz, up to 34 Mbit/sDe frequência inferior a 15 GHz e de taxa de transmissão inferior ou igual a 34 Mbit/s, exceto os interfones
  27. 8517.62.73 Digital transceiver intercomsInterfones
  28. 8517.62.77 Other digital transceivers under 15 GHzOutros, de frequência inferior a 15 GHz
  29. 8517.62.78 Digital transceivers 15–23 GHz, up to 8 Mbit/sDe frequência igual ou superior a 15 GHz, mas inferior ou igual a 23 GHz e taxa de transmissão inferior ou igual a 8 Mbit/s
  30. 8517.62.79 Other digital transceiversOutros
  31. 8517.62.9 OtherOutros Group
  32. 8517.62.91 Transmitters for voice, images or dataAparelhos transmissores (emissores)
  33. 8517.62.94 Network gateways (protocol converters)Tradutores (conversores) de protocolos para interconexão de redes (gateways)
  34. 8517.62.96 Other analogue communication apparatusOutros, analógicos
  35. 8517.62.99 Other voice, image or data apparatusOutros

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 8517.62

What is HS code 851762?

HS code 851762 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Communication apparatus (excluding telephone sets or base stations); machines for the reception, conversion and transmission or regeneration of voice, images or other data, including switching and routing apparatus. This code encompasses a broad range of communication apparatus vital for modern data networks, excluding telephone sets and base stations. It specifically targets machines for the reception, conversion, transmission, or regeneration of voice, images, or other data, including switching and routing apparatus. This category is the backbone of the internet and enterprise networks, facilitating data flow and connectivity for businesses, data centers, and internet service providers. Trade involves high-value, complex equipment, often subject to rapid technological obsolescence and stringent cybersecurity requirements. Importers are typically countries with advanced digital economies and growing internet penetration, while exporters are often tech-manufacturing hubs. The global demand is fueled by cloud computing, IoT, and increasing data consumption, making these goods indispensable for national digital infrastructure.

What products fall under HS code 851762?

Network routers, Ethernet switches, optical transceivers, media converters, VoIP gateways, firewalls, load balancers, network interface cards.

What are common misclassifications for HS code 851762?

Often confused with 851769 (other communication apparatus, n.e.c.) if the primary function isn't clearly switching or routing, or 851779 (parts) if traded as modules rather than complete apparatus.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 851762?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 851762 in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $68.9B, 23% of world exports), China ($38.5B) and Hong Kong ($34.1B). World exports came to about $303.8B, 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 851762?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 851762 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($84.9B, 28% of world imports), Hong Kong ($36.2B) and the Netherlands ($18.4B). World imports came to about $301.0B, 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.

How is HS code 851762 structured?

HS code 851762 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 (62) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.

What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 851762?

Brazil splits HS code 851762 into 27 NCM codes: 8517.62.14 (Subscriber line concentrators), 8517.62.15 (Telecommunication multiplexers), 8517.62.21 (Public automatic telephone exchanges), 8517.62.29 (Other telephone line switching apparatus), 8517.62.34 (Network switches (data packet switching)), 8517.62.39 (Other switching apparatus), 8517.62.41 (Wireless digital routers), 8517.62.49 (Digital routers without wireless capability), and more listed on this page. The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.