HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8522.90 – Sound or video recording or reproducing apparatus; parts and accessories thereof, other than pick-up cartridges
HS code 8522.90 is the 6-digit subheading for sound or video recording or reproducing apparatus, parts and accessories thereof, other than pick-up cartridges. It is used for VCR heads, DVD player lasers, blu-ray drive mechanisms, camcorder circuit boards and audio cassette deck motors.
What HS 8522.90 covers
This code encompasses the vast array of components and accessories vital for the functioning and maintenance of sound and video recording or reproducing equipment in international trade. It's a critical category for manufacturers of consumer electronics, professional audio/video gear, and broadcasting equipment, as well as repair and service industries. Major importers are countries with significant electronics manufacturing hubs or large consumer markets, while exporters often include nations specializing in precision manufacturing and component production. Key things to know include the rapid technological obsolescence of many parts, the importance of intellectual property rights for branded components, and the global supply chain complexities involved in sourcing specialized parts. This category supports the entire lifecycle of audio and video devices, from initial assembly to post-sale servicing, making it a dynamic and essential part of the electronics trade.
- Covers
- VCR heads
- DVD player lasers
- Blu-ray drive mechanisms
- Camcorder circuit boards
- Audio cassette deck motors
- Projector lamps
- Remote control units
- Digital recorder chassis
- Examples
- Sony PlayStation optical drive
- Panasonic VCR head assembly
- Bose speaker replacement parts
- GoPro camera mounts
- Sennheiser microphone accessories
Codes often confused with 8522.90
Common mistake. This code can be confused with 852990 (Parts suitable for use solely or principally with the apparatus of headings 8525 to 8528) if the parts are for broadcasting or television apparatus, or with 851890 (Parts for microphones, loudspeakers, headphones) if the parts are specifically for those items.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 852290, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 852290 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 32% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Singapore, with 12% 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 $440M 32% of world exports
- 2 United States $289M 21% of world exports
- 3 Hong Kong $165M 12% of world exports
World total: $1.4B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Singapore $108M 12% of world imports
- 2 Hong Kong $87M 9.7% of world imports
- 3 Vietnam* ~$71M 7.9% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $898M 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 8522.90
Brazil does not split HS 8522.90: its NCM code is 8522.90.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 85.22 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8522.90
What is HS code 852290?
HS code 852290 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Sound or video recording or reproducing apparatus; parts and accessories thereof, other than pick-up cartridges. This code encompasses the vast array of components and accessories vital for the functioning and maintenance of sound and video recording or reproducing equipment in international trade. It's a critical category for manufacturers of consumer electronics, professional audio/video gear, and broadcasting equipment, as well as repair and service industries. Major importers are countries with significant electronics manufacturing hubs or large consumer markets, while exporters often include nations specializing in precision manufacturing and component production. Key things to know include the rapid technological obsolescence of many parts, the importance of intellectual property rights for branded components, and the global supply chain complexities involved in sourcing specialized parts. This category supports the entire lifecycle of audio and video devices, from initial assembly to post-sale servicing, making it a dynamic and essential part of the electronics trade.
What products fall under HS code 852290?
VCR heads, DVD player lasers, Blu-ray drive mechanisms, camcorder circuit boards, audio cassette deck motors, projector lamps, remote control units, digital recorder chassis
What are common misclassifications for HS code 852290?
This code can be confused with 852990 (Parts suitable for use solely or principally with the apparatus of headings 8525 to 8528) if the parts are for broadcasting or television apparatus, or with 851890 (Parts for microphones, loudspeakers, headphones) if the parts are specifically for those items.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 852290?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 852290 in UN Comtrade data were China ($440M, 32% of world exports), the United States ($289M) and Hong Kong ($165M). World exports came to about $1.4B, 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 852290?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 852290 in UN Comtrade data were Singapore ($108M, 12% of world imports), Hong Kong ($87M) and Vietnam (about $71M). World imports came to about $898M, 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 852290 structured?
HS code 852290 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (85) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (22) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (90) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 852290?
In Brazil, HS code 852290 is NCM 8522.90.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.