Product classification
HS code for CRT monitor: 8528.42
Monitors, cathode-ray tube, capable of directly connecting to and designed for use with an automatic data processing machine of heading 84.71.
Classification of CRT monitor under HS 8528.42
The CRT (Cathode-Ray Tube) monitor is classified under HS code 852842. This classification is based on the technology used for the display (cathode-ray tube) and its intended application. Heading 8528 covers monitors and projectors, not incorporating television reception apparatus. Subheading 8528.42 specifically identifies CRT monitors that are capable of directly connecting to and designed for use with an automatic data processing (ADP) machine of heading 84.71. This means the monitor must have the necessary interfaces (such as VGA or BNC) and technical specifications to function as a computer display rather than a television or a general-purpose video monitor.
- Covers
- CRT computer monitors
- Monochrome CRT displays for legacy computer systems
- High-resolution CRT monitors for CAD/CAM workstations
- Color CRT monitors for servers
- Also under 8528.42
- Dell E773c
- IBM P260
- Sony Trinitron GDM-FW900
- HP Pavilion M70
- ViewSonic E70
Codes often confused with 8528.42
Common mistake. CRT monitors are often misclassified under 852849, which is the 'other' category for CRT monitors not designed for computer use (such as specialized medical or security monitors). They are also frequently confused with 852852, which is the code for flat-panel displays (LCD, LED, OLED) designed for computers. It is critical to distinguish between the tube technology (8528.4x) and flat-panel technology (8528.5x) to avoid customs delays.
Top exporters and importers of HS 852842 (the code used for CRT monitor), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 852842 (the code used for CRT monitor) in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 27% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Malaysia, with 32% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 852842, not only CRT monitor.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 United States $16M 27% of world exports
- 2 Slovakia $7.0M 11% of world exports
- 3 Mexico $4.9M 8.0% of world exports
World total: $61M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Malaysia $42M 32% of world imports
- 2 United Kingdom $16M 12% of world imports
- 3 Poland $9.0M 6.8% of world imports
World total: $132M 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 CRT monitor
Brazil classifies CRT monitor under NCM 8528.42.00: HS 8528.42 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about CRT monitor
What is the HS code for CRT monitor?
The HS code for CRT monitor is 852842 (Monitors; cathode-ray tube, capable of directly connecting to and designed for use with an automatic data processing machine of heading 84.71). The HS code for a CRT monitor designed for use with a computer is 852842.
How do I classify CRT monitor for customs?
CRT monitor is classified under HS code 852842 — Monitors; cathode-ray tube, capable of directly connecting to and designed for use with an automatic data processing machine of heading 84.71. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include CRT televisions?
No, CRT televisions are classified under 852872, as they include a tuner for receiving television signals.
Which countries are the top exporters of CRT monitor (HS 852842)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 852842 (the code used for CRT monitor) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($16M, 27% of world exports), Slovakia ($7.0M) and Mexico ($4.9M). World exports came to about $61M, 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 CRT monitor (HS 852842)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 852842 (the code used for CRT monitor) in UN Comtrade data were Malaysia ($42M, 32% of world imports), the United Kingdom ($16M) and Poland ($9.0M). World imports came to about $132M, 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.
Is the HS code for CRT monitor the same in all countries?
The base HS code 852842 for CRT monitor is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for CRT monitor in Brazil?
In Brazil, CRT monitor (HS 852842) is classified under NCM 8528.42.00.