HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8541.60 – Crystals; mounted piezo-electric
HS code 8541.60 is the 6-digit subheading for crystals, mounted piezo-electric. It is used for quartz crystal resonators, ceramic resonators, SAW filters, crystal oscillators and piezoelectric transducers.
What HS 8541.60 covers
This HS code covers mounted piezo-electric crystals, which are fundamental components in modern electronics, acting as stable frequency references or transducers. They convert mechanical energy into electrical energy and vice versa, making them indispensable in a vast array of devices. In international trade, these components are primarily imported by countries with robust electronics manufacturing sectors, such as China, Vietnam, Mexico, and various EU nations, where they are integrated into finished goods. Exporters are typically countries with advanced materials science and precision manufacturing capabilities, like Japan, South Korea, Germany, and the USA. Key things to know include the importance of frequency stability, temperature characteristics, and packaging types (e.g., SMD vs. through-hole) for different applications. The global demand is driven by the proliferation of wireless communication, IoT devices, automotive electronics, and consumer gadgets, all of which rely on precise timing and sensing. The market is highly specialized, with a focus on miniaturization and performance.
- Covers
- Quartz crystal resonators
- Ceramic resonators
- SAW filters
- Crystal oscillators
- Piezoelectric transducers
- MEMS oscillators
- Crystal filters
- Examples
- Epson crystal oscillators
- Murata ceramic resonators
- Kyocera crystal units
- TDK SAW filters
- SiTime MEMS oscillators
Codes often confused with 8541.60
Common mistake. Often confused with unmounted quartz crystals (250610) or other electronic components like inductors (850450) or capacitors (8532), but 854160 specifically covers *mounted* piezo-electric crystals for electronic circuits.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 854160, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 854160 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 26% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 34% 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 $1.8B 26% of world exports
- 2 Hong Kong $1.0B 15% of world exports
- 3 Japan $912M 13% of world exports
World total: $6.9B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $2.7B 34% of world imports
- 2 Hong Kong $893M 11% of world imports
- 3 Mexico $532M 6.7% of world imports
World total: $8.0B 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 8541.60 2
Brazil splits HS 8541.60 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 8541.60.10 Mounted quartz crystals, 1 to 100 MHzDe quartzo, de frequência igual ou superior a 1 MHz, mas não superior a 100 MHz
- 8541.60.90 Other mounted piezo-electric crystalsOutros
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 85.41 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8541.60
What is HS code 854160?
HS code 854160 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Crystals; mounted piezo-electric. This HS code covers mounted piezo-electric crystals, which are fundamental components in modern electronics, acting as stable frequency references or transducers. They convert mechanical energy into electrical energy and vice versa, making them indispensable in a vast array of devices. In international trade, these components are primarily imported by countries with robust electronics manufacturing sectors, such as China, Vietnam, Mexico, and various EU nations, where they are integrated into finished goods. Exporters are typically countries with advanced materials science and precision manufacturing capabilities, like Japan, South Korea, Germany, and the USA. Key things to know include the importance of frequency stability, temperature characteristics, and packaging types (e.g., SMD vs. through-hole) for different applications. The global demand is driven by the proliferation of wireless communication, IoT devices, automotive electronics, and consumer gadgets, all of which rely on precise timing and sensing. The market is highly specialized, with a focus on miniaturization and performance.
What products fall under HS code 854160?
Quartz crystal resonators, Ceramic resonators, SAW filters, Crystal oscillators, Piezoelectric transducers, MEMS oscillators, Crystal filters
What are common misclassifications for HS code 854160?
Often confused with unmounted quartz crystals (250610) or other electronic components like inductors (850450) or capacitors (8532), but 854160 specifically covers *mounted* piezo-electric crystals for electronic circuits.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 854160?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 854160 in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.8B, 26% of world exports), Hong Kong ($1.0B) and Japan ($912M). World exports came to about $6.9B, 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 854160?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 854160 in UN Comtrade data were China ($2.7B, 34% of world imports), Hong Kong ($893M) and Mexico ($532M). World imports came to about $8.0B, 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 854160 structured?
HS code 854160 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (85) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (41) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (60) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 854160?
Brazil splits HS code 854160 into 2 NCM codes: 8541.60.10 (Mounted quartz crystals, 1 to 100 MHz), 8541.60.90 (Other mounted piezo-electric crystals). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.