HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 8529.10 – Reception and transmission apparatus; aerials and aerial reflectors of all kinds and parts suitable for use therewith

HS code 8529.10 is the 6-digit subheading for reception and transmission apparatus, aerials and aerial reflectors of all kinds and parts suitable for use therewith. It is used for satellite dishes, TV antennas, cellular base station antennas, wi-Fi antennas and GPS antennas.

What HS 8529.10 covers

This HS code encompasses aerials (antennas) and aerial reflectors of all kinds, along with their parts, suitable for use with reception and transmission apparatus. These are fundamental components for all forms of wireless communication, from broadcasting and satellite communication to cellular networks and Wi-Fi. International trade in these goods is robust and global, driven by the continuous expansion and upgrade of telecommunication infrastructure, consumer electronics, and specialized communication systems. Major importers include telecommunication companies, broadcasters, consumer electronics manufacturers, and defense contractors. Exporters are typically specialized antenna manufacturers and electronics component suppliers, often concentrated in regions with advanced manufacturing capabilities. Key aspects include the wide variety of designs tailored for specific frequency bands and applications, material science for optimal signal reception/transmission, and the increasing demand for compact, high-performance, and multi-band antennas for modern devices.

Covers
  • Satellite dishes
  • TV antennas
  • Cellular base station antennas
  • Wi-Fi antennas
  • GPS antennas
  • Car radio aerials
  • Parabolic reflectors
  • Antenna masts
  • Antenna mounts
Examples
  • DirecTV satellite dish
  • Yagi-Uda antenna
  • Huawei base station antenna
  • Ubiquiti NanoBeam
  • Winegard RV antenna

Codes often confused with 8529.10

Common mistake. This code can be confused with 851770 (parts for telecommunication apparatus) if the item is a general part rather than specifically an aerial or reflector. It's also distinct from 852990, which covers other parts for reception/transmission apparatus but excludes aerials.

Top exporters and importers of HS code 852910, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 852910 in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 27% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 17% 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 United States $1.8B
  2. 2 China $969M
  3. 3 Germany $423M

World total: $6.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 United States $1.1B
  2. 2 Germany $552M
  3. 3 Japan $427M

World total: $6.3B 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 codes for 8529.10 2

Brazil splits HS 8529.10 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.

  1. 8529.10.20 Parabolic dish antennasAntenas com refletor parabólico
  2. 8529.10.90 Other antennas, reflectors and their partsOutros

All Brazil NCM codes in heading 85.29 →

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.

Questions about HS 8529.10

What is HS code 852910?

HS code 852910 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Reception and transmission apparatus; aerials and aerial reflectors of all kinds and parts suitable for use therewith. This HS code encompasses aerials (antennas) and aerial reflectors of all kinds, along with their parts, suitable for use with reception and transmission apparatus. These are fundamental components for all forms of wireless communication, from broadcasting and satellite communication to cellular networks and Wi-Fi. International trade in these goods is robust and global, driven by the continuous expansion and upgrade of telecommunication infrastructure, consumer electronics, and specialized communication systems. Major importers include telecommunication companies, broadcasters, consumer electronics manufacturers, and defense contractors. Exporters are typically specialized antenna manufacturers and electronics component suppliers, often concentrated in regions with advanced manufacturing capabilities. Key aspects include the wide variety of designs tailored for specific frequency bands and applications, material science for optimal signal reception/transmission, and the increasing demand for compact, high-performance, and multi-band antennas for modern devices.

What products fall under HS code 852910?

Satellite dishes, TV antennas, cellular base station antennas, Wi-Fi antennas, GPS antennas, car radio aerials, parabolic reflectors, antenna masts, antenna mounts

What are common misclassifications for HS code 852910?

This code can be confused with 851770 (parts for telecommunication apparatus) if the item is a general part rather than specifically an aerial or reflector. It's also distinct from 852990, which covers other parts for reception/transmission apparatus but excludes aerials.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 852910?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 852910 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($1.8B, 27% of world exports), China ($969M) and Germany ($423M). World exports came to about $6.6B, 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 852910?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 852910 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($1.1B, 17% of world imports), Germany ($552M) and Japan ($427M). World imports came to about $6.3B, 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 852910 structured?

HS code 852910 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (85) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (29) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.

What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 852910?

Brazil splits HS code 852910 into 2 NCM codes: 8529.10.20 (Parabolic dish antennas), 8529.10.90 (Other antennas, reflectors and their parts). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.