Product classification
HS code for Jukebox: 8519.20
Sound recording or reproducing apparatus, operated by coins, banknotes, bank cards, tokens or by other means of payment.
Classification of jukebox under HS 8519.20
Jukeboxes are classified under HS code 8519.20 because they are defined as sound reproducing apparatuses characterized by a payment-activated mechanism. Chapter 85 covers electrical machinery and equipment, and heading 8519 is dedicated to sound recording or sound reproducing apparatus. The specific subheading 8519.20 is designated for apparatus operated by coins, banknotes, bank cards, tokens, or other means of payment. This classification applies regardless of the internal storage technology. Whether the jukebox utilizes traditional vinyl records, compact discs, or modern digital storage like hard drives or cloud-based streaming, the defining feature for customs purposes is the commercial nature of the device and its activation via a payment interface. The unit must be a self-contained apparatus designed for the playback of audio. If the device also includes video playback as a primary function, it may require a different classification, but standard music-focused jukeboxes remain firmly within 8519.20.
- Covers
- Coin-operated record players
- Digital jukeboxes with credit card readers
- Token-operated commercial music systems
- Wall-mounted payment-activated music players
- Internet-connected commercial jukeboxes
- Also under 8519.20
- Rock-Ola Bubbler Jukebox
- AMI NGX Jukebox
- TouchTunes Jukebox
- Sound Leisure Jukebox
- Wurlitzer Jukebox (vintage)
Codes often confused with 8519.20
Common mistake. Jukeboxes are often misclassified under HS code 9504.30, which covers other games operated by coins or banknotes. While both are coin-operated, 9504 is for games of skill or chance, whereas 8519 is for sound reproduction. Another error is using 8519.81 for general sound reproducing apparatus; however, 8519.20 is more specific for devices with payment mechanisms and takes precedence.
Top exporters and importers of HS 851920 (the code used for jukebox), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 851920 (the code used for jukebox) in UN Comtrade data was Malaysia, with 54% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 41% 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 851920, not only jukebox.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Malaysia $17M 54% of world exports
- 2 South Korea $3.8M 12% of world exports
- 3 United States $2.9M 9.3% of world exports
World total: $32M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $11M 41% of world imports
- 2 United Kingdom $3.5M 13% of world imports
- 3 India $2.6M 9.7% of world imports
World total: $27M 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 jukebox
Brazil classifies jukebox under NCM 8519.20.00: HS 8519.20 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about jukebox
What is the HS code for Jukebox?
The HS code for Jukebox is 851920 (Sound recording or reproducing apparatus; operated by coins, banknotes, bank cards, tokens or by other means of payment). The specific HS code for a jukebox operated by coins, banknotes, or other payment methods is 8519.20.
How do I classify Jukebox for customs?
Jukebox is classified under HS code 851920 — Sound recording or reproducing apparatus; operated by coins, banknotes, bank cards, tokens or by other means of payment. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are vintage jukeboxes classified differently?
Generally, vintage jukeboxes still fall under 8519.20. However, if the jukebox is over 100 years old, it may be classified as an antique under HS code 9706.00, which can affect duty rates and import regulations.
Which countries are the top exporters of jukebox (HS 851920)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 851920 (the code used for jukebox) in UN Comtrade data were Malaysia ($17M, 54% of world exports), South Korea ($3.8M) and the United States ($2.9M). World exports came to about $32M, 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 jukebox (HS 851920)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 851920 (the code used for jukebox) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($11M, 41% of world imports), the United Kingdom ($3.5M) and India ($2.6M). World imports came to about $27M, 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 Jukebox the same in all countries?
The base HS code 851920 for Jukebox 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 jukebox in Brazil?
In Brazil, jukebox (HS 851920) is classified under NCM 8519.20.00.