Heading 15 of 48 in chapter 85 · 8 products
Heading 8518 · $835.9M of $58.3B
A loudspeaker in an enclosure (851821 for single, 851822 for multiple) reproduces sound passively or with a built-in driver but is not a complete amplifier set. An electric sound amplifier set (851850) is a system combining an amplifier with speakers as a functional unit. If the article is sold and functions as an integrated amplifier-plus-speaker system, 851850 is the likely classification; a standalone speaker cabinet goes under the loudspeaker subheadings. Borderline assemblies should be reviewed against the heading text and Section XVI notes, or a binding ruling requested.
Generally yes — headphones, earphones, and combined microphone/speaker sets fall under 851830 regardless of whether they use a wired or wireless connection, as the heading text does not restrict by transmission method. However, if a device's principal function is radio reception or telephony rather than audio reproduction, it may be pulled toward a different heading. Confirm classification against the specific article's function and any applicable CBP rulings.
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ImportsExports
Imports
$835.9MYoY · free account
Exports
$276.4MYoY · free account
Low of 8 reported months · imports
Low · free accountThrough August 2026 · imports 8 of 12 months reported, exports 8 of 12 months reported. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
Imports · August 2026
origin
Vietnam and China together supply 61% of it. China pays 15.4% duty; Mexico 1.0%.
customs district
destination
entry
rate provision · imports
19.8% enters free of duty.