About HS Code 854011
This HS code specifically covers color cathode-ray television picture tubes and video monitor cathode-ray tubes. While largely superseded by flat-panel display technologies like LCD, LED, and OLED, CRTs were once the ubiquitous display technology for televisions and computer monitors. International trade in these items has significantly declined but still exists for replacement parts in older equipment, specialized industrial monitors, arcade machines, and niche retro markets. The trade volume is minimal compared to its peak, but it caters to a specific demand for maintaining legacy systems or for enthusiasts. Importers are typically repair shops, specialized industrial users, and collectors. Exporters are often from countries where manufacturing facilities for these tubes once thrived, often dealing with existing stock or very limited, specialized production runs.
Products Under This Code
Color TV picture tubes, color computer monitor CRTs, arcade game CRTs, industrial display CRTs, medical imaging CRTs (color), projection TV CRTs
Real World Examples
Sony Trinitron CRTs, Philips Color CRT, Samsung DynaFlat CRT, Mitsubishi Diamondtron CRT, LG Flatron CRT
Common Misclassification
This code is specifically for *color* CRTs for TVs/monitors. Monochrome CRTs fall under 854012. It's also distinct from other types of electron tubes (8540 generally) and, crucially, from modern flat-panel displays (e.g., 8528 for monitors/projectors, 8529 for parts of TVs).
Products Classified Under 8540.11
Industry
This code belongs to the Electronics & Electrical Equipment industry.
Trade Overview
Trade is now highly specialized, with limited exports from countries with remaining stock or niche production, serving a global replacement and retro market.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 854011?
HS code 854011 covers: Tubes; cathode-ray television picture tubes, including video monitor cathode-ray tubes, colour. This HS code specifically covers color cathode-ray television picture tubes and video monitor cathode-ray tubes. While largely superseded by flat-panel display technologies like LCD, LED, and OLED, CRTs were once the ubiquitous display technology for televisions and computer monitors. International trade in these items has significantly declined but still exists for replacement parts in older equipment, specialized industrial monitors, arcade machines, and niche retro markets. The trade volume is minimal compared to its peak, but it caters to a specific demand for maintaining legacy systems or for enthusiasts. Importers are typically repair shops, specialized industrial users, and collectors. Exporters are often from countries where manufacturing facilities for these tubes once thrived, often dealing with existing stock or very limited, specialized production runs.
What products fall under HS code 854011?
Color TV picture tubes, color computer monitor CRTs, arcade game CRTs, industrial display CRTs, medical imaging CRTs (color), projection TV CRTs
What are common misclassifications for HS code 854011?
This code is specifically for *color* CRTs for TVs/monitors. Monochrome CRTs fall under 854012. It's also distinct from other types of electron tubes (8540 generally) and, crucially, from modern flat-panel displays (e.g., 8528 for monitors/projectors, 8529 for parts of TVs).
How is HS code 854011 structured?
HS code 854011 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (85) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (40) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (11) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.