HS Code | Official Doc | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Effective Date |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
8525895030 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
8525895050 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
8525893000 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
8525891000 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
9002908500 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |




Here is the detailed classification and tariff information for CCTV cameras and related components, based on the provided HS codes:
✅ HS CODE: 8525895030
Product Description: General-purpose cameras (e.g., standard CCTV cameras)
- Base Tariff Rate: 0.0%
- Additional Tariff (before April 11, 2025): 25.0%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
- Total Tax Rate: 55.0%
- Notes:
- This code applies to general-purpose cameras not specifically designed for security or broadcasting.
- Action Required: Verify the camera's intended use and technical specifications to ensure correct classification.
✅ HS CODE: 8525895050
Product Description: Security and surveillance cameras (e.g., CCTV cameras used for monitoring)
- Base Tariff Rate: 0.0%
- Additional Tariff (before April 11, 2025): 25.0%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
- Total Tax Rate: 55.0%
- Notes:
- This code is for cameras specifically used in security or surveillance systems.
- Action Required: Confirm the camera's function and whether it is part of a larger security system.
✅ HS CODE: 8525893000
Product Description: Television cameras used for monitoring (e.g., CCTV cameras used in TV monitoring systems)
- Base Tariff Rate: 0.0%
- Additional Tariff (before April 11, 2025): 25.0%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
- Total Tax Rate: 55.0%
- Notes:
- This code applies to cameras used in TV monitoring systems, such as those used in broadcasting or industrial monitoring.
- Action Required: Ensure the camera is not classified under a different category (e.g., broadcasting equipment).
✅ HS CODE: 8525891000
Product Description: Broadcast studio cameras (e.g., professional cameras used in TV studios)
- Base Tariff Rate: 0.0%
- Additional Tariff (before April 11, 2025): 25.0%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
- Total Tax Rate: 55.0%
- Notes:
- This code is for high-end broadcast cameras used in television studios.
- Action Required: Confirm the camera's technical specifications and intended use to avoid misclassification.
✅ HS CODE: 9002908500
Product Description: Lenses for CCTV cameras (e.g., camera lenses used in surveillance systems)
- Base Tariff Rate: 0.0%
- Additional Tariff (before April 11, 2025): 25.0%
- Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
- Total Tax Rate: 55.0%
- Notes:
- This code applies to camera lenses used in surveillance systems.
- Action Required: Ensure the lens is not classified under a different category (e.g., general optical lenses).
📌 Important Notes for All Products:
- April 11, 2025 Special Tariff: A 30.0% additional tariff will be applied to all these products after April 11, 2025.
- Anti-dumping duties: Not applicable for these products.
- Certifications: Depending on the product's use (e.g., for security systems), certifications such as CE, FCC, or RoHS may be required.
- Material and Unit Price: Verify the material composition and unit price to ensure correct classification and avoid unexpected tax increases.
🛑 Proactive Advice:
- Double-check the product description and intended use to ensure the correct HS code is applied.
- Consult with a customs broker or tax expert if the product is part of a complex system (e.g., integrated security systems).
- Plan ahead for the April 11, 2025 tariff increase to avoid unexpected costs.
Let me know if you need help with certification requirements or customs documentation for these products.
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