HS Code for Coaxial cable
Coaxial cable is classified under HS code 8544.20. Heading 8544 covers insulated electric conductors, including wire and optical fiber cables. The specific designation of 8544.20 is for co-axial conductors. A coaxial cable is defined by its physical construction: a central inner conductor surrounded by a dielectric insulating layer, which is then enclosed by a metallic shield (the outer conductor), and finally an insulating jacket. This construction is designed to carry high-frequency signals with low interference. The classification applies whether or not the cable is fitted with connectors. If the cable is part of a specific assembly for a machine, it might still be classified here unless it has become an identifiable part of that machine under Section XVI. The technical requirement for this code is the presence of the concentric layers that define the coaxial architecture. This is a critical distinction for telecommunications and data transmission infrastructure components, where signal integrity is maintained by the specific geometry of the conductors.
Products Included
- RG-6 coaxial cable for television
- RG-59 coaxial cable for CCTV
- Triaxial cables (a variant of coaxial)
- Coaxial cables with BNC connectors
- High-frequency coaxial transmission lines
Common Misclassification
Coaxial cables are often misclassified under 8544.42, which covers other electric conductors for a voltage not exceeding 1,000 V, fitted with connectors. However, the specific construction of a coaxial cable mandates its classification in 8544.20 regardless of connectors. Another error is confusing it with 8544.70 for optical fiber cables, which transmit light rather than electrical signals. It should also not be confused with 8517, which covers the actual telecommunication apparatus.
FAQ
What is the HS code for Coaxial cable?
The HS code for coaxial cable and other coaxial electric conductors is 8544.20.
Does the HS code change if the cable has connectors?
No, coaxial cables remain under HS code 8544.20 whether they are cut to length and fitted with connectors or imported in bulk reels without connectors.
Industry
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HS code for Coaxial cable?
The HS code for Coaxial cable is 854420 (Insulated electric conductors; co-axial cable and other co-axial electric conductors).
How do I classify Coaxial cable for customs?
Coaxial cable is classified under HS code 854420 — Insulated electric conductors; co-axial cable and other co-axial electric conductors. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is the HS code for Coaxial cable the same in all countries?
The base HS code 854420 for Coaxial cable is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.