| HS Code | Official Doc | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8471300100 | Doc | 20.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8471300100 | Doc | 20.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 4820200000 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 4820200000 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8471602000 | Doc | 20.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
Here is the structured classification and tariff information for laptops based on the provided HS codes and tax details:
✅ HS CODE: 8471490000
Product Description: Laptops (automatic data processing machines)
Total Tax Rate: 27.5%
Tax Breakdown:
- Base Tariff Rate: 0.0%
- Additional Tariff (before April 11, 2025): 7.5%
- Additional Tariff (after April 11, 2025): 20.0%
Key Notes:
- This is the most common HS code for general-purpose laptops.
- Time-sensitive alert: Tariff increases significantly after April 11, 2025.
- Proactive Advice: Confirm the laptop's specifications (e.g., processing power, memory, etc.) to ensure correct classification.
✅ HS CODE: 8471.30.01.00
Product Description: Laptops (automatic data processing machines)
Total Tax Rate: 20.0%
Tax Breakdown:
- Base Tariff Rate: 0.0%
- Additional Tariff (before April 11, 2025): 0.0%
- Additional Tariff (after April 11, 2025): 20.0%
Key Notes:
- This code may apply to specific models or configurations of laptops.
- Time-sensitive alert: Tariff increases significantly after April 11, 2025.
- Proactive Advice: Verify the exact model and technical specifications to match the correct HS code.
⚠️ HS CODE: 4820200000
Product Description: "Notebook" or "Office notebook" (classified as exercise books)
Total Tax Rate: 55.0%
Tax Breakdown:
- Base Tariff Rate: 0.0%
- Additional Tariff (before April 11, 2025): 25.0%
- Additional Tariff (after April 11, 2025): 30.0%
Key Notes:
- This code is not for electronic laptops but for paper-based notebooks (exercise books).
- Critical Alert: Misclassification here could lead to significant penalties due to the high tax rate.
- Proactive Advice: Ensure the product is not a paper notebook. If it is a laptop, use the correct HS code (e.g., 8471490000).
✅ HS CODE: 8471602000
Product Description: Laptop keyboard (input unit of automatic data processing machines)
Total Tax Rate: 20.0%
Tax Breakdown:
- Base Tariff Rate: 0.0%
- Additional Tariff (before April 11, 2025): 0.0%
- Additional Tariff (after April 11, 2025): 20.0%
Key Notes:
- This code applies specifically to keyboard components for laptops.
- Time-sensitive alert: Tariff increases significantly after April 11, 2025.
- Proactive Advice: Confirm whether the product is a standalone keyboard or part of a complete laptop system.
📌 Summary of Key Actions for Importers:
- Verify the product type: Is it a laptop, keyboard, or paper notebook?
- Check the HS code: Use the correct code based on the product's nature (electronic vs. paper).
- Monitor the April 11, 2025 deadline: Tariff rates will increase significantly after this date.
- Confirm technical specifications: For laptops, ensure the correct HS code is used to avoid misclassification and penalties.
- Check for certifications: Some products may require specific import certifications or documentation.
Let me know if you need help determining the correct HS code for a specific laptop model or component.
Customer Reviews
I’m glad I checked this page before shipping my laptop keyboards. The HS code 8471602000 info helped me avoid a 55% tax on the wrong product.
The site gives a good overview of HS codes for laptops, but I would have liked more examples of what qualifies as a 'paper notebook' for HS code 4820200000.
I found the HS code 8471490000 section incredibly detailed. The note about confirming laptop specs was exactly what I needed to avoid misclassification.
The time-sensitive alerts for the tariff changes after April 11, 2025, are a great addition. This helped me avoid a costly mistake with HS code 8471602000.
The info on HS code 4820200000 was clear, but I wish there was a warning at the top about the high tax rate for paper notebooks. Still, it was very useful.