Harmonized System
U.S. imports of Turntables (Record-Decks) (HS 851930) totaled $8.8M in August 2026, imported from 26 countries.
Importers of Turntables (Record-Decks) paid $692K in duties in August 2026, an average duty rate of 7.88% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule. Turntables (Record-Decks) imports of $8.8M in August 2026 ran 11% above the year-to-date monthly average of $7.9M.
Last updated: August 2026 dataDriven by a sustained vinyl revival in both consumer and professional DJ markets, turntables have re-emerged as a meaningfully traded commodity under this heading, which splits into automatic record changers (8519301000) and all other turntables (8519302000). China is the dominant supplier, with Taiwan and Czech Republic as notable secondary sources — the Czech presence reflecting European precision-manufacturing heritage in audiophile turntable production. Goods of Chinese origin under this heading are subject to Section 301 tariffs, a factor that has prompted some brands to explore alternative manufacturing in Taiwan and Eastern Europe. The distinction between automatic changers and standard turntables is relevant not only for tariff-line selection but also for product-safety and FCC compliance documentation.
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An automatic record changer is mechanically capable of sequentially playing multiple records without manual intervention — a feature common in mid-20th-century home units. Modern single-play turntables, including direct-drive DJ decks and belt-drive audiophile models, do not have this mechanism and classify under 8519302000. Importers should review the product's technical specifications to confirm whether an automatic stacking or changing mechanism is present.
Czech Republic is home to Pro-Ject Audio Systems, a major manufacturer of audiophile-grade belt-drive turntables that are widely distributed in the US market. This single manufacturer's export volume is sufficient to place the Czech Republic among the leading source countries under this heading, illustrating how a niche, high-value product category can be dominated by a small number of specialized producers.
Subheading 2 of 4 in heading 8519
Subheading 851930 · $8.8M of $85.8M
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HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Imports for consumption | Average duty rate | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8519302000 | Turntables, NESOI | $8.7M | 7.82% | 67.60% | $683K |
| 8519301000 | Turntables With Automatic Record Changers | $41K | 22.15% | 100.00% | $9K |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 8519302000 | Turntables, NESOI | $1.3M |
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.
Imports · August 2026
origin
China and Taiwan together supply 85% of it.
customs district
destination
entry
rate provision · imports
2.4% enters free of duty; duty collected equals 7.88% of imports for consumption.
ImportsExports
Imports
$8.8MYoY · free account
Exports
$1.3MYoY · free account
12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $85.3M of Turntables (Record-Decks) and exported $13.1M.
Through August 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.