HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8528.72 – Reception apparatus for television, whether or not incorporating radio-broadcast receivers or sound or video recording or reproducing apparatus; incorporating a colour video display or screen
HS code 8528.72 is the 6-digit subheading for reception apparatus for television, whether or not incorporating radio-broadcast receivers or sound or video recording or reproducing apparatus, incorporating a colour video display or screen. It is used for smart LED TVs, OLED televisions, QLED TVs, LCD televisions and portable DVD players with TV tuner.
What HS 8528.72 covers
This HS code encompasses television reception apparatus that incorporate a color video display or screen. Essentially, this is where most modern televisions fall, including smart TVs, LED TVs, OLED TVs, and QLED TVs. These are finished consumer goods, highly traded globally due to continuous technological advancements and consumer demand for larger, higher-resolution screens. Major manufacturing hubs in Asia, particularly China, South Korea, and Japan, are primary exporters, supplying markets worldwide. Importers include electronics retailers, distributors, and individual consumers. Key trade considerations include screen size, resolution (HD, 4K, 8K), display technology, smart TV features, connectivity options, and energy efficiency. The market is highly competitive, driven by innovation in display technology and evolving content consumption trends, leading to substantial international trade volumes.
- Covers
- Smart LED TVs
- OLED televisions
- QLED TVs
- LCD televisions
- Portable DVD players with TV tuner
- Small kitchen TVs
- Hotel TVs
- Examples
- Samsung QN90C Neo QLED TV
- LG C3 OLED TV
- Sony Bravia XR A95L
- TCL QM8 Mini LED TV
- Hisense U8 Series Mini-LED ULED TV
Codes often confused with 8528.72
Common mistake. This code is distinct from 852871 (TV reception apparatus without a display) due to the explicit inclusion of a color video display. It can also be confused with computer monitors (852852 or 852862) if the primary function as a TV receiver isn't clear.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 852872, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 852872 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 33% 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 China $15.1B 33% of world exports
- 2 Mexico $10.5B 23% of world exports
- 3 Poland $4.4B 9.6% of world exports
World total: $46.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $11.0B 28% of world imports
- 2 Germany $2.3B 5.9% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $1.7B 4.2% of world imports
World total: $39.8B 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 8528.72
Brazil does not split HS 8528.72: its NCM code is 8528.72.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 85.28 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8528.72
What is HS code 852872?
HS code 852872 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Reception apparatus for television, whether or not incorporating radio-broadcast receivers or sound or video recording or reproducing apparatus; incorporating a colour video display or screen. This HS code encompasses television reception apparatus that incorporate a color video display or screen. Essentially, this is where most modern televisions fall, including smart TVs, LED TVs, OLED TVs, and QLED TVs. These are finished consumer goods, highly traded globally due to continuous technological advancements and consumer demand for larger, higher-resolution screens. Major manufacturing hubs in Asia, particularly China, South Korea, and Japan, are primary exporters, supplying markets worldwide. Importers include electronics retailers, distributors, and individual consumers. Key trade considerations include screen size, resolution (HD, 4K, 8K), display technology, smart TV features, connectivity options, and energy efficiency. The market is highly competitive, driven by innovation in display technology and evolving content consumption trends, leading to substantial international trade volumes.
What products fall under HS code 852872?
Smart LED TVs, OLED televisions, QLED TVs, LCD televisions, Portable DVD players with TV tuner, Small kitchen TVs, Hotel TVs
What are common misclassifications for HS code 852872?
This code is distinct from 852871 (TV reception apparatus without a display) due to the explicit inclusion of a color video display. It can also be confused with computer monitors (852852 or 852862) if the primary function as a TV receiver isn't clear.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 852872?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 852872 in UN Comtrade data were China ($15.1B, 33% of world exports), Mexico ($10.5B) and Poland ($4.4B). World exports came to about $46.1B, 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.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 852872?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 852872 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($11.0B, 28% of world imports), Germany ($2.3B) and the United Kingdom ($1.7B). World imports came to about $39.8B, 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.
How is HS code 852872 structured?
HS code 852872 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (85) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (28) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (72) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 852872?
In Brazil, HS code 852872 is NCM 8528.72.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.