Product classification

HS code for Wireless remote: 8526.92

Radio remote control apparatus.

Classification of wireless remote under HS 8526.92

Wireless remote control apparatus are classified under HS code 8526.92 because they utilize radio frequency (RF) waves to transmit control signals to a receiver. This classification falls under the broader heading for radar, radio navigational aid, and radio remote control apparatus. The determining factor for this specific code is the use of radio waves rather than infrared light or ultrasonic waves. According to the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI), products are classified based on their technical function; since these devices are designed to control other machinery or appliances via radio transmission, they are specifically called out in the subheadings of 8526. The classification remains consistent regardless of whether the remote is used for consumer electronics, industrial machinery, or hobbyist equipment, provided the transmission medium is radio-based. Customs authorities often require technical documentation to verify the operating frequency and transmission method to ensure the device does not fall under general electrical apparatus with individual functions.

Covers
  • Radio frequency (RF) television and home theater remotes
  • Garage door opener transmitters and gate controllers
  • Remote control units for drones and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs)
  • Industrial crane and hoist radio controllers
  • Wireless shutter releases for professional cameras
  • Remote keyless entry (RKE) fobs for vehicles
Also under 8526.92
  • DJI Smart Controller
  • Futaba T18SZ
  • LiftMaster 893MAX
  • Logitech Harmony Elite (RF component)
  • Siemens SIMATIC RF

Codes often confused with 8526.92

Common mistake. A frequent error is classifying these devices under HS code 8543.70, which covers electrical machines and apparatus having individual functions. This code is typically used for infrared (IR) remote controls, which rely on light-emitting diodes rather than radio waves. Another common misclassification is 8526.10, which is strictly reserved for radar apparatus. Importers must distinguish between the transmission technologies to avoid delays, as radio-based remotes are subject to different regulatory standards than infrared ones.

8543.70Electrical machines and apparatus; having individual functions, not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter, n.e.c. in heading no. 85438526.10Radar apparatus

Top exporters and importers of HS 852692 (the code used for wireless remote), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 852692 (the code used for wireless remote) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 17% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 28% 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 852692, not only wireless remote.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 China $845M
  2. 2 Germany $654M
  3. 3 Vietnam* ~$516M

World total: $5.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 United States $1.4B
  2. 2 Germany $381M
  3. 3 Vietnam* ~$182M

World total: $4.9B 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 wireless remote

Brazil classifies wireless remote under NCM 8526.92.00: HS 8526.92 with 00 added.

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.

Questions about wireless remote

What is the HS code for Wireless remote?

The HS code for Wireless remote is 852692 (Radio remote control apparatus). The HS code for a wireless remote control apparatus that utilizes radio frequency technology is 8526.92.

How do I classify Wireless remote for customs?

Wireless remote is classified under HS code 852692 — Radio remote control apparatus. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

One more relevant question

Do Bluetooth remotes fall under this code? Yes, because Bluetooth is a form of radio transmission, Bluetooth-enabled remotes are generally classified under 8526.92.

Which countries are the top exporters of wireless remote (HS 852692)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 852692 (the code used for wireless remote) in UN Comtrade data were China ($845M, 17% of world exports), Germany ($654M) and Vietnam (about $516M). World exports came to about $5.1B, 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.

Which countries are the top importers of wireless remote (HS 852692)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 852692 (the code used for wireless remote) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($1.4B, 28% of world imports), Germany ($381M) and Vietnam (about $182M). World imports came to about $4.9B, 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.

Is the HS code for Wireless remote the same in all countries?

The base HS code 852692 for Wireless remote 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 remote in Brazil?

In Brazil, wireless remote (HS 852692) is classified under NCM 8526.92.00.