HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8518.22 – Loudspeakers; multiple, mounted in the same enclosure
What HS 8518.22 covers
This code specifically covers audio systems where multiple loudspeaker drivers (e.g., woofers, tweeters, mid-range) are housed together within a single enclosure. This typically applies to more complex sound systems designed for richer, multi-frequency audio experiences, such as high-fidelity stereo speakers, home theater soundbars with multiple drivers, and professional sound reinforcement systems. Importers include consumer electronics retailers, audio specialists, and professional audio installers who cater to discerning audiophiles and commercial venues. Exporters are often countries known for advanced audio engineering and precision manufacturing. The trade is driven by demand for immersive entertainment, professional sound quality, and integrated audio solutions for various environments, from homes to concert halls and cinemas.
- Covers
2.1 speaker systems (subwoofer + satellites in one enclosure), soundbars with multiple drivers, home theater speaker sets (e.g., 5.1 systems where satellites are single enclosures but sold as a set), studio monitor pairs, floor-standing speakers, PA system speakers.
- Examples
- Bose Soundbar 900
- Klipsch RP-8000F
- Logitech Z906
- Yamaha YHT-4950U
- Sonos Arc.
Codes often confused with 8518.22
Common mistake. Can be confused with 851821 (single loudspeaker in enclosure) if the distinction between single driver vs. multiple drivers within one enclosure is not clear, or 851829 (not mounted) if the individual drivers are traded.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 851822, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 851822 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 42% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 23% 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 China $3.7B 42% of world exports
- 2 Vietnam* ~$1.2B 14% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 Germany $558M 6.3% of world exports
World total: $8.8B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $1.9B 23% of world imports
- 2 Germany $576M 7.1% of world imports
- 3 Netherlands $319M 3.9% of world imports
World total: $8.1B 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 code for 8518.22
Brazil does not split HS 8518.22: its NCM code is 8518.22.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 85.18 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8518.22
What is HS code 851822?
HS code 851822 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Loudspeakers; multiple, mounted in the same enclosure. This code specifically covers audio systems where multiple loudspeaker drivers (e.g., woofers, tweeters, mid-range) are housed together within a single enclosure. This typically applies to more complex sound systems designed for richer, multi-frequency audio experiences, such as high-fidelity stereo speakers, home theater soundbars with multiple drivers, and professional sound reinforcement systems. Importers include consumer electronics retailers, audio specialists, and professional audio installers who cater to discerning audiophiles and commercial venues. Exporters are often countries known for advanced audio engineering and precision manufacturing. The trade is driven by demand for immersive entertainment, professional sound quality, and integrated audio solutions for various environments, from homes to concert halls and cinemas.
What products fall under HS code 851822?
2.1 speaker systems (subwoofer + satellites in one enclosure), soundbars with multiple drivers, home theater speaker sets (e.g., 5.1 systems where satellites are single enclosures but sold as a set), studio monitor pairs, floor-standing speakers, PA system speakers.
What are common misclassifications for HS code 851822?
Can be confused with 851821 (single loudspeaker in enclosure) if the distinction between single driver vs. multiple drivers within one enclosure is not clear, or 851829 (not mounted) if the individual drivers are traded.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 851822?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 851822 in UN Comtrade data were China ($3.7B, 42% of world exports), Vietnam (about $1.2B) and Germany ($558M). World exports came to about $8.8B, 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 851822?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 851822 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($1.9B, 23% of world imports), Germany ($576M) and the Netherlands ($319M). World imports came to about $8.1B, 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 851822 structured?
HS code 851822 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (85) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (18) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (22) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 851822?
In Brazil, HS code 851822 is NCM 8518.22.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.