Find HS Code and trade information for 5 inch screen

5 inch Screen

A 5 inch screen refers to a display with a diagonal measurement of approximately 5 inches. This size is commonly found in a variety of portable electronic devices.

Material

The core technology of 5 inch screens varies, with the most prevalent types being:

• Liquid Crystal Display (LCD): Historically common, LCDs use liquid crystals to produce images. Subtypes include:
  • Thin-Film Transistor (TFT) LCD: Offers improved image quality and faster response times compared to older LCD technologies.
  • In-Plane Switching (IPS) LCD: Known for wide viewing angles and accurate color reproduction.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED): Features self-emitting pixels, resulting in deeper blacks, higher contrast ratios, and potentially flexible displays. AMOLED (Active Matrix OLED) is a common subtype used in smartphones.
• Mini-LED: A backlight technology used with LCDs, employing thousands of tiny LEDs for improved brightness, contrast, and local dimming.

The screen surface is typically covered with a protective layer such as:

• Glass: (e.g., Corning Gorilla Glass, Dragontrail Glass) provides scratch and shatter resistance.
• Plastic: Used in some lower-cost devices or applications where flexibility is prioritized.

Purpose

The primary purpose of a 5 inch screen is to visually present information to the user. This includes displaying:

• Text: For reading ebooks, messages, or documents.
• Images: Photographs, graphics, and illustrations.
• Video: Movies, TV shows, and streaming content.
• User Interface (UI): Buttons, icons, and interactive elements for controlling devices.

Function

A 5 inch screen functions by:

• Receiving signals: From the device's processor to generate the image.
• Displaying pixels: Individual picture elements are illuminated to create the desired image. Resolution (e.g., 720p, 1080p) determines the clarity and detail of the image.
• Touch input (optional): Many 5 inch screens are touch-sensitive, allowing users to interact directly with the display. Capacitive touch technology is the most common implementation.

Usage Scenarios

• Smartphones: A common screen size for mobile phones, balancing portability and usability.
• Portable Media Players: Used for watching videos and listening to music.
• E-readers: Provides a comfortable reading experience.
• GPS Devices: Displays maps and navigation information.
• Dashcams: Records video footage of the road.
• Digital Photo Frames: Displays photographs.
• Car Entertainment Systems: Provides infotainment and navigation.
• Handheld Gaming Consoles: Displays game graphics.

Common Types/Specifications

• Resolution:
  • 720 x 1280 pixels (HD): Provides a decent viewing experience for basic tasks.
  • 1080 x 1920 pixels (Full HD): Offers sharper images and more detail.
  • 1440 x 2560 pixels (QHD): Provides even greater clarity, often found in higher-end devices.
• Aspect Ratio:
  • 16:9: Common for video playback.
  • 18:9, 19.5:9, 20:9: Taller aspect ratios for more immersive viewing.
• Refresh Rate:
  • 60Hz: Standard refresh rate.
  • 90Hz, 120Hz: Higher refresh rates for smoother scrolling and animations.
• Panel Technology: LCD (TFT, IPS), OLED, AMOLED, Mini-LED.
• Touchscreen: Capacitive, resistive (less common).

Based on the provided information, the following HS codes may be relevant to a 5-inch screen:

• 8524.11.10.00: This HS code covers Flat panel display modules, whether or not incorporating touch-sensitive screens: Without drivers or controls circuits Of liquid crystals: Flat panel display modules, other than flat panel display modules for articles of subheadings 8528.59, 8528.69, 8528.72 and 8528.73. This would apply if the screen is a liquid crystal flat panel display module without integrated drivers or control circuits. The basic tariff is 0.0%, with an additional tariff of 25.0%, increasing to 20.0% after April 2, 2025, resulting in a total tax of 45.0%.
• 8524.11.90.00: This HS code also covers Flat panel display modules, whether or not incorporating touch-sensitive screens: Without drivers or controls circuits Of liquid crystals: Other. This applies to liquid crystal flat panel display modules without drivers or control circuits, but categorized as "Other" types. The basic tariff is 4.5%, with an additional tariff of 7.5%, increasing to 20.0% after April 2, 2025, resulting in a total tax of 32.0%.
• 8543.90.65.00: This HS code covers Electrical machines and apparatus, having individual functions, not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter; parts thereof: Parts: Other: Printed circuit assemblies: Of flat panel displays other than for articles of heading 8528, except for subheadings 8528.52 or 8528.62. This applies to printed circuit assemblies specifically for flat panel displays, excluding those for articles in heading 8528 (except 8528.52 or 8528.62). The basic tariff is 0.0%, with an additional tariff of 25.0%, increasing to 30.0% after April 2, 2025, resulting in a total tax of 55.0%.

According to the provided reference material, the HS code options related to '5 inch screen' are limited, with only the following 3 found.