Product classification
HS code for Display screen: 8524.99
Flat panel display modules, whether or not incorporating touch-sensitive screens, of other than liquid crystals or organic light-emitting diodes (OLED), with drivers or control circuits.
Classification of display screen under HS 8524.99
The classification of display screens under HS code 8524.99 is determined by their technical composition as flat panel display modules that do not utilize liquid crystals (LCD) or organic light-emitting diodes (OLED). According to the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) 1 and 6, these products are classified based on their functional identity as electronic components designed to provide a visual interface. To fall under this specific subheading, the module must incorporate drivers or control circuits, which distinguishes it from a raw display panel. This code serves as a residual category for advanced or alternative display technologies, such as plasma, vacuum fluorescent displays (VFD), or electronic ink (e-paper), provided they are presented as modules. The inclusion of control circuitry is a critical factor, as it indicates the module is ready for integration into a larger electronic system, such as industrial machinery, medical devices, or specialized instrumentation. The classification also accounts for the presence of touch-sensitive screens, which do not change the primary classification of the display module under heading 8524.
- Covers
- Plasma display modules with control circuits
- Electronic ink (e-paper) display modules
- Vacuum fluorescent display (VFD) modules
- Electroluminescent display modules
- Flat panel modules with integrated touch sensors (non-LCD/OLED)
- Also under 8524.99
- E Ink Kaleido display modules
- Samsung The Wall MicroLED modules (component level)
- Sony Crystal LED modules (component level)
- specialized industrial display units (e.g., for medical devices or avionics)
Codes often confused with 8524.99
Common mistake. Display screens are frequently misclassified under heading 8528, which covers monitors and projectors. However, heading 8528 is reserved for finished goods that are capable of receiving a signal and displaying video or images independently. Components intended for incorporation into other apparatus belong in 8524. Additionally, confusion often arises with 8524.11 (LCD) and 8524.12 (OLED). If the display technology uses liquid crystals or organic light-emitting diodes, it must be classified under those specific subheadings rather than the residual 8524.99.
Top exporters and importers of HS 852499 (the code used for display screen), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 852499 (the code used for display screen) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 62% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 27% 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 852499, not only display screen.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $1.7B 62% of world exports
- 2 Hong Kong $717M 26% of world exports
- 3 United States $74M 2.7% of world exports
World total: $2.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Vietnam* ~$833M 27% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 China $651M 21% of world imports
- 3 Hong Kong $571M 18% of world imports
World total: $3.1B 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 display screen
Brazil classifies display screen under NCM 8524.99.00: HS 8524.99 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about display screen
What is the HS code for Display screen?
The HS code for Display screen is 852499 (Flat panel display modules, whether or not incorporating touch-sensitive screens; of other than liquid crystals or organic light-emitting diodes (OLED), with drivers or control circuits). The HS code for flat panel display modules that do not use LCD or OLED technology and include drivers or control circuits is 8524.99.
How do I classify Display screen for customs?
Display screen is classified under HS code 852499 — Flat panel display modules, whether or not incorporating touch-sensitive screens; of other than liquid crystals or organic light-emitting diodes (OLED), with drivers or control circuits. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include touch-sensitive screens?
Yes, HS code 8524.99 includes modules whether or not they incorporate touch-sensitive screens, provided the primary display technology is not LCD or OLED.
Which countries are the top exporters of display screen (HS 852499)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 852499 (the code used for display screen) in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.7B, 62% of world exports), Hong Kong ($717M) and the United States ($74M). World exports came to about $2.7B, 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 display screen (HS 852499)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 852499 (the code used for display screen) in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $833M, 27% of world imports), China ($651M) and Hong Kong ($571M). World imports came to about $3.1B, 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 Display screen the same in all countries?
The base HS code 852499 for Display screen 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 display screen in Brazil?
In Brazil, display screen (HS 852499) is classified under NCM 8524.99.00.