Product classification
HS code for LCD monitor: 8528.52
Monitors, other than cathode-ray tube, capable of directly connecting to and designed for use with an automatic data processing machine of heading 84.71.
Classification of LCD monitor under HS 8528.52
HS code 8528.52 is designated for monitors that do not incorporate television reception apparatus and are capable of connecting directly to and designed for use with an automatic data processing (ADP) machine of heading 84.71. This classification is critical for distinguishing computer monitors from televisions. The primary criteria for this code are the technical specifications and the intended use of the device. To fall under 8528.52, the monitor must be able to display signals from a computer system, typically via interfaces like VGA, DVI, DisplayPort, or HDMI. Unlike televisions, these monitors lack a built-in tuner for receiving broadcast signals. The classification follows Note 5 to Chapter 85 and the General Rules of Interpretation. This specific code is often associated with the Information Technology Agreement (ITA), which allows for duty-free entry in many signatory countries. The monitor must be a finished product, housed in its own cabinet, and ready for use by the end consumer. If the device is merely an internal screen component, it would instead be classified as a module under heading 8524.
- Covers
- LCD computer monitors
- LED-backlit monitors for PCs
- Gaming monitors without tuners
- Touchscreen monitors for ADP systems
- Secondary displays for laptops
- Also under 8528.52
- Dell UltraSharp U2723QE
- LG 27GP95R-B
- Samsung Odyssey G9
- ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQN
- HP E24 G5
Codes often confused with 8528.52
Common mistake. The most common misclassification is HS code 8528.72, which is for television receivers. If a monitor includes a tuner or is marketed primarily as a TV, it must be moved to 8528.72. Another error is using 8528.59, which is a "catch-all" for other monitors that are not designed for ADP machines, such as professional broadcast monitors or security camera displays that lack standard computer interfaces.
Top exporters and importers of HS 852852 (the code used for LCD monitor), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 852852 (the code used for LCD monitor) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 41% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 23% 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 852852, not only LCD monitor.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $10.3B 41% of world exports
- 2 Vietnam* ~$3.9B 16% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 Netherlands $2.4B 9.4% of world exports
World total: $25.2B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $6.0B 23% of world imports
- 2 Netherlands $2.4B 9.1% of world imports
- 3 Germany $2.3B 8.6% of world imports
World total: $26.5B 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 LCD monitor
Brazil classifies LCD monitor under NCM 8528.52.00: HS 8528.52 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about LCD monitor
What is the HS code for LCD monitor?
The HS code for LCD monitor is 852852 (Monitors; other than 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 an LCD monitor designed for use with a computer is 8528.52.
How do I classify LCD monitor for customs?
LCD monitor is classified under HS code 852852 — Monitors; other than 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.
Can a monitor with an HDMI port be classified under 8528.52?
Yes, provided it is designed for use with a computer and does not contain a television tuner for receiving broadcast signals.
Which countries are the top exporters of LCD monitor (HS 852852)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 852852 (the code used for LCD monitor) in UN Comtrade data were China ($10.3B, 41% of world exports), Vietnam (about $3.9B) and the Netherlands ($2.4B). World exports came to about $25.2B, 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 LCD monitor (HS 852852)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 852852 (the code used for LCD monitor) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($6.0B, 23% of world imports), the Netherlands ($2.4B) and Germany ($2.3B). World imports came to about $26.5B, 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 LCD monitor the same in all countries?
The base HS code 852852 for LCD 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 LCD monitor in Brazil?
In Brazil, LCD monitor (HS 852852) is classified under NCM 8528.52.00.