Product classification
HS code for Video projector: 8528.69
Projectors, n.e.c. in subheading 8528.62, whether or not colour.
Classification of video projector under HS 8528.69
Video projectors that are not specifically designed for use with an automatic data processing (ADP) machine are classified under HS code 8528.69. This code is part of Chapter 85, which covers electrical machinery and equipment. Heading 8528 includes monitors and projectors, as well as reception apparatus for television. Subheading 8528.69 is a residual category for projectors that do not meet the criteria of 8528.62 (which are projectors capable of being directly connected to and designed for use with an ADP machine). The classification of a projector under 8528.69 usually implies it is a general-purpose video projector, often used for home cinema or professional presentations, featuring inputs like HDMI, RCA, or component video that are not exclusive to computer systems. The determination is based on the technical specifications and the primary intended interface of the device.
- Covers
- Home theater DLP and LCD projectors
- Portable LED video projectors
- Professional large-venue laser projectors
- Short-throw video projectors for education
- Also under 8528.69
- Christie CP4440-RGB
- Barco UDM-4K22
- Panasonic PT-RQ50K
- Sony SRX-R815P
- NEC NC3541L
Codes often confused with 8528.69
Common mistake. The primary source of confusion is HS code 8528.62, which is reserved for projectors designed for use with computers. If a projector has a VGA or DisplayPort but is marketed and optimized for video/cinema, it may still fall under 8528.69 depending on local customs rulings. Another misclassification is HS code 9007, which covers cinematographic projectors; however, 9007 is strictly for film-based (celluloid) projection, not digital video. Overhead transparency projectors are also different, falling under 9011 or 9013.
Top exporters and importers of HS 852869 (the code used for video projector), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 852869 (the code used for video projector) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 58% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 22% 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 852869, not only video projector.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $927M 58% of world exports
- 2 Philippines $132M 8.2% of world exports
- 3 Mexico $82M 5.1% of world exports
World total: $1.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $246M 22% of world imports
- 2 Japan $109M 9.7% of world imports
- 3 India $58M 5.2% of world imports
World total: $1.1B 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 codes for video projector
Brazil splits HS 8528.69 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 8528.69.10DMD (digital micromirror) projectors
- 8528.69.90Other projectors
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about video projector
What is the HS code for Video projector?
The HS code for Video projector is 852869 (Projectors; n.e.c. in subheading 8528.62, whether or not colour). A general-purpose video projector is classified under HS code 8528.69.
How do I classify Video projector for customs?
Video projector is classified under HS code 852869 — Projectors; n.e.c. in subheading 8528.62, whether or not colour. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does the resolution of the projector change the HS code?
No, the resolution (4K, 1080p, etc.) does not change the HS code; the classification is based on the device's function and its connectivity/design intent regarding ADP machines.
Which countries are the top exporters of video projector (HS 852869)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 852869 (the code used for video projector) in UN Comtrade data were China ($927M, 58% of world exports), the Philippines ($132M) and Mexico ($82M). World exports came to about $1.6B, 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 video projector (HS 852869)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 852869 (the code used for video projector) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($246M, 22% of world imports), Japan ($109M) and India ($58M). World imports came to about $1.1B, 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 Video projector the same in all countries?
The base HS code 852869 for Video projector 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 video projector in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 852869 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for video projector depends on the product's details: 8528.69.10 (DMD (digital micromirror) projectors), 8528.69.90 (Other projectors).