Product classification

HS code for LED 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 LED monitor under HS 8528.52

LED monitors are classified under HS code 8528.52, provided they are designed for use with an automatic data processing (ADP) machine, such as a computer. The term "LED monitor" refers to a liquid crystal display (LCD) that utilizes light-emitting diodes for backlighting. Under the Harmonized System, heading 8528 covers monitors and projectors. Subheading 8528.52 is specifically for monitors other than cathode-ray tube (CRT) types that are capable of directly connecting to and designed for use with an ADP machine of heading 84.71. To qualify for this code, the monitor must typically feature interfaces common to computers, such as DisplayPort, HDMI, or DVI, and lack features like a television tuner or high-frequency video circuitry intended for broadcast reception. The classification is based on the primary intended use and technical specifications of the display. This distinction is critical because monitors for computers often benefit from different trade agreements or duty-free status (such as the Information Technology Agreement) compared to television sets or general-purpose monitors.

Covers
  • LCD computer monitors with LED backlighting
  • Gaming monitors with high refresh rates for PCs
  • Touchscreen LED monitors for point-of-sale (POS) systems
  • Ultrawide LED displays for workstations
  • Portable LED monitors 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. LED monitors are frequently confused with 8528.72, which is the code for television sets. The primary difference is the presence of a tuner; if the device can receive broadcast signals, it is a TV (8528.72), not a monitor (8528.52). Another common error is using 8528.59, which is for "other" monitors. This code is reserved for monitors that are not designed for ADP machines, such as professional broadcast monitors or security camera displays that use specialized connectors like SDI. Finally, some may try to classify them under 8471 as part of a computer system, but Note 5(C) to Chapter 84 excludes monitors from being classified as units of an ADP machine if they are specifically covered by heading 8528.

8528.72Reception apparatus for television, whether or not incorporating radio-broadcast receivers or sound or video recording or reproducing apparatus; incorporating a colour video display or screen8528.59Monitors other than cathode-ray tube; n.e.c. in subheading 8528.52, whether or not colour84.71Automatic data processing machines and units thereof, magnetic or optical readers, machines for transcribing data onto data media in coded form and machines for processing such data, not elsewhere specified or included85.28Monitors and projectors, not incorporating television reception apparatus; reception apparatus for television, whether or not incorporating radio-broadcast receivers or sound or video recording or reproducing apparatus

Top exporters and importers of HS 852852 (the code used for LED monitor), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 852852 (the code used for LED 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 LED monitor.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 China $10.3B
  2. 2 Vietnam* ~$3.9B
  3. 3 Netherlands $2.4B

World total: $25.2B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 United States $6.0B
  2. 2 Netherlands $2.4B
  3. 3 Germany $2.3B

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 LED monitor

Brazil classifies LED 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 LED monitor

What is the HS code for LED monitor?

The HS code for LED 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 LED monitor designed for use with a computer is 8528.52.

How do I classify LED monitor for customs?

LED 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 HDMI be classified here?

Yes, as long as the monitor is primarily designed for use with a computer. However, if it includes a TV tuner, it must be classified under 8528.72 regardless of the HDMI port.

Which countries are the top exporters of LED monitor (HS 852852)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 852852 (the code used for LED 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 LED monitor (HS 852852)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 852852 (the code used for LED 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 LED monitor the same in all countries?

The base HS code 852852 for LED 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 LED monitor in Brazil?

In Brazil, LED monitor (HS 852852) is classified under NCM 8528.52.00.