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U.S. exports of transmission apparatus incorporating reception apparatus, for radio-broadcasting or television (HS 852560) totaled $117.8M in July 2026.
Importers of Transmission Apparatus Incorporating Reception Apparatus, for Radio-Broadcasting or Television paid $4.0M in duties in July 2026 — an effective duty rate of 13% on $31.4M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: July 2026 dataRadio transceivers — devices that both transmit and receive signals — are the primary commodity under this heading, covering a spectrum from citizens band (CB) radios and hand-held walkie-talkies to marine VHF-FM transceivers and general-purpose two-way radios. Japan leads US imports under this heading, with Canada and Malaysia also significant sources, reflecting the concentration of professional and marine-grade radio manufacturing in those markets. The US schedule subdivides the heading by frequency band, form factor, and application across multiple 10-digit lines, making the technical specification sheet essential for correct classification. All imported radio transceivers must satisfy FCC equipment authorization requirements before entry into US commerce.
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1.1K shipments/mo
The hand-held lines cover portable transceivers designed to be carried and operated by hand, while 8525601050 captures transceivers that are not hand-held — typically mobile or base-station units mounted in vehicles or fixed installations. The physical form factor and intended operating configuration are the determining factors; importers should reference the manufacturer's product classification and user manual to document this distinction.
Yes. Marine VHF-FM transceivers must meet FCC equipment authorization standards for the marine radio service. Additionally, units intended for use on US-flagged vessels operating in international waters may need to comply with ITU Radio Regulations and GMDSS (Global Maritime Distress and Safety System) type-approval requirements. Importers should verify that both FCC authorization and any applicable USCG or ITU certifications are in order before the goods enter US commerce.
Subheading 3 of 6 in heading 8525
Subheading 852560 · $45.1M of $976.6M
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Imports
$45.1MYoY · Pro
Exports
$117.8MYoY · Pro
12-mo low · imports
YoY · ProThrough July 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
Exports · July 2026
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24.1% enters free of duty; the effective duty rate is 8.81%.
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8525601050 | Radio Transcievers, Exc Handheld | $15.6M | 6.75% | 58.42% | $1.1M |
| 8525602000 | Transmission Appts Incorporating Receivers,NESOI | $13.0M | 9.58% | 62.06% | $1.2M |
| 8525601030 | Radio Transcievers,Hand-Held | $12.5M | 10.66% | 95.92% | $1.3M |
| 8525601040 | Radio Transcievers, Marine Vhf-Fm | $2.6M | 4.47% | 40.40% | $114K |
| 8525601010 | Radio Transcievers, Citizens Band (Cb) | $1.4M | 15.52% | 87.48% | $216K |
| 8525601020 | Low-Power Radio Transceivers, 49.82 to 49.90 Mhz | $48K | 18.10% | 51.72% | $9K |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
Import lines come from the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule and export lines from Schedule B. The two are numbered by different agencies, so the same 10-digit code can appear in both tables describing a different product.
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