HS Code for Network card

Network cards, also known as Network Interface Controllers (NICs), are classified under HS code 8471.80 as units of automatic data processing (ADP) machines. This classification is applied because the network card is a functional unit designed to be used exclusively or principally as part of a computer system. According to the Chapter 84 notes, a unit is classified here if it is of a kind solely or principally used in an ADP system, is connectable to the central processing unit, and is able to accept or deliver data in a form (codes or signals) which can be used by the system. The network card facilitates the processing and transfer of data between the computer's internal bus and the external network medium, making it an essential peripheral unit for modern computing environments.

Products Included

• Ethernet PCI and PCIe cards
• Server-grade network adapters
• Internal Wi-Fi cards for laptops and desktops
• Fiber optic network interface cards
• Token ring adapters

Common Misclassification

Network cards are often confused with HS code 8517.62. While 8517.62 covers machines for the reception and transmission of data (like switches and routers), internal cards that are part of the computer's architecture are traditionally placed in 8471.80. However, with the 2022 HS updates, many standalone communication adapters are moving toward 8517.62. It is vital to check if the card is an internal component (8471.80) or a standalone communication device. USB-based network adapters are also frequently misclassified here but often belong in 8517.62.

FAQ

What is the HS code for network card?

The standard HS code for an internal network interface card used in a computer is 8471.80.

Are external USB network adapters classified under 8471.80?

Generally, external adapters that function as communication apparatus are more appropriately classified under HS code 8517.62.