HS Code for OLED module

OLED modules are classified under HS code 8524.92. This heading was introduced in recent Harmonized System updates to provide a specific home for flat panel display modules. According to the legal notes for heading 8524, these modules consist of a display panel (in this case, Organic Light-Emitting Diodes) and the necessary drivers or control circuits to operate the pixels. The classification 8524.92 is specific to OLED technology, distinguishing it from LCD (8524.91) or other display types. The logic behind this classification is that the module is more than a simple electronic component but less than a finished device like a television or computer monitor. To fall under this code, the module must not incorporate the ability to receive a broadcast signal or have the full housing of a finished monitor. These modules are widely used in smartphones, tablets, and wearable devices, serving as the primary visual interface while relying on the host device's main processor for data.

Products Included

• Smartphone OLED display assemblies with driver ICs
• Laptop OLED screens with integrated control circuits
• Wearable device OLED modules
• Industrial OLED display panels with drivers
• Automotive OLED dashboard display modules

Common Misclassification

OLED modules are frequently misclassified under 8529.90, which covers parts for television and radio equipment. Before the creation of heading 8524, this was common practice. Another error is using 8541.41, which is for individual light-emitting diodes. However, once the OLED is part of a display module with drivers, 8524.92 takes precedence. If the module is part of a complete monitor, it should be classified under 8528.

FAQ

What is the HS code for OLED modules?

The HS code for OLED flat panel display modules with drivers or control circuits is 8524.92.

What if the OLED module has a touch screen?

HS code 8524.92 still applies even if the module incorporates a touch-sensitive screen, as the primary function remains the OLED display module with its associated circuitry.