Product classification
HS code for Wireless access point: 8517.69
Communication apparatus (excluding telephone sets or base stations), machines for the transmission or reception of voice, images or other data (including wired/wireless networks), n.e.c. in item no. 8517.6.
Classification of wireless access point under HS 8517.69
A wireless access point (WAP) is classified under HS code 8517.69 as a machine for the transmission or reception of voice, images, or other data. Heading 8517 covers telephone sets and other apparatus for the transmission or reception of voice, images, or other data, including apparatus for communication in a wired or wireless network. Within this heading, subheading 8517.69 is a residual category for communication apparatus that are not specifically identified as base stations (8517.61) or machines for the reception, conversion, and transmission/regeneration of data (8517.62). A wireless access point functions by connecting to a wired router, switch, or hub via an Ethernet cable and projecting a Wi-Fi signal to a designated area. Because its primary function is the wireless transmission and reception of data packets between the wired infrastructure and wireless end-user devices, it falls squarely within the scope of 8517.69 in many jurisdictions, though some specific configurations may occasionally be scrutinized under 8517.62 depending on their switching capabilities.
- Covers
- Wi-Fi access points
- WLAN access points
- Wireless bridges
- Mesh network nodes
- Dual-band wireless extenders
- Also under 8517.69
- Starlink Satellite Terminal
- Google Nest Hub
- TP-Link Omada Access Point
- Siemens SCALANCE X Industrial Switch
- Poly Studio X50.
Codes often confused with 8517.69
Common mistake. Wireless access points are often confused with HS code 8517.62, which covers machines for the reception, conversion, and transmission or regeneration of voice, images, or other data, such as switching and routing apparatus. While many modern WAPs have routing capabilities, a standalone access point is often distinguished by its specific role in wireless signal propagation. Additionally, they should not be classified under 8471 (automatic data processing machines), as the communication function is the primary characteristic, directing the classification to Chapter 85.
Top exporters and importers of HS 851769 (the code used for wireless access point), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 851769 (the code used for wireless access point) in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 13% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 17% 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 851769, not only wireless access point.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 United States $1.2B 13% of world exports
- 2 China $1.1B 13% of world exports
- 3 Mexico $741M 8.3% of world exports
World total: $8.9B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $1.6B 17% of world imports
- 2 Germany $672M 7.3% of world imports
- 3 Netherlands $653M 7.1% of world imports
World total: $9.2B 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 code for wireless access point
Brazil classifies wireless access point under NCM 8517.69.00: HS 8517.69 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about wireless access point
What is the HS code for Wireless access point?
The HS code for Wireless access point is 851769 (Communication apparatus (excluding telephone sets or base stations); machines for the transmission or reception of voice, images or other data (including wired/wireless networks), n.e.c. in item no. 8517.6). The standard HS code for a wireless access point is 8517.69, though it may vary slightly by country to 8517.62 depending on the device's specific routing and switching features.
How do I classify Wireless access point for customs?
Wireless access point is classified under HS code 851769 — Communication apparatus (excluding telephone sets or base stations); machines for the transmission or reception of voice, images or other data (including wired/wireless networks), n.e.c. in item no. 8517.6. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is a wireless access point the same as a router for HS classification?
Not exactly. While they are in the same heading (8517), routers are typically classified under 8517.62 because they perform switching and routing functions, whereas simple access points may fall under 8517.69.
Which countries are the top exporters of wireless access point (HS 851769)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 851769 (the code used for wireless access point) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($1.2B, 13% of world exports), China ($1.1B) and Mexico ($741M). World exports came to about $8.9B, 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 wireless access point (HS 851769)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 851769 (the code used for wireless access point) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($1.6B, 17% of world imports), Germany ($672M) and the Netherlands ($653M). World imports came to about $9.2B, 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.
Is the HS code for Wireless access point the same in all countries?
The base HS code 851769 for Wireless access point 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 wireless access point in Brazil?
In Brazil, wireless access point (HS 851769) is classified under NCM 8517.69.00.