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NUCLEAR REACTORS, BOILERS, MACHINERY AND MECHANICAL APPLIANCES; PARTS THEREOFAutomatic data-processing machines and units thereof; magnetic or optical readers, machines for transcribing data onto data media in coded form and machines for processing such data, not elsewhere specified or included

Portable automatic data-processing machines, weighing not more than 10 kg, consisting of at least a central processing unit, a keyboard and a display

Standard EU duty
0%
VAT
23%
Additional duties / sanctions
0 rules
Docs required
69 docs
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Preferences
ERGA OMNES 0%AD 0%CARI 0%CH 0%CI 0%CL 0%CM 0%CO 0%DZ 0%EBA 0%EC 0%EEA 0%EG 0%EH 0%ESA 0%FJ 0%FO 0%GB 0%GE 0%GH 0%GSP+ 0%IL 0%JO 0%KE 0%LB 0%LOMB 0%MA 0%MD 0%MX 0%PG 0%PS 0%SADC EPA 0%SB 0%SM 0%SWITZ 0%SY 0%TN 0%TR 0%VN 0%WS 0%XC 0%XL 0%ZA 0%
Notes
CD303The relief from or reduction of customs duties shall be subject to the specific request expressed by the declarant in box 44 "Additional information/Documents produced/Certificates and authorisations", of the Single Administrative Document (SAD)
TM904Preferences granted under the agreement between the European Union and Morocco in force from 19 July 2019.As of 3 October 2025, products originating in Western Sahara subject to controls by the customs authorities of the Kingdom of Morocco shall benefit from trade preferences under the terms of the new Agreement in the form of exchange of letters between the EU and Morocco, The European Union and the Kingdom of Morocco have agreed to allow those products to be identified by reference to the region of origin to be included in the proof of origin and as provided for in Protocol 4.In view of the application of these measures, the origin certificates codes U179 and U180 must be declared.The country code to be entered in the origin declaration when these proofs of origin are used is “EH”.
CD906The list of non-eligible locations and their postal codes is available at the following address: http://ec.europa.eu/taxation_customs/customs/technical-arrangement_postal-codes.pdf
CD500Eligibility to benefit from this preference is subject to the presentation of a proof of origin stating the community origin of the goods, in the context of the agreement between the European Union and the Swiss Confederation.
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BTI (Binding Tariff Information) is an official EU customs decision confirming the classification of goods. Valid for 3 years, binding across all EU member states.

What does CN code 8471 30 cover?

CN code 8471 30 of the Combined Nomenclature covers portable automatic data processing (ADP) machines weighing not more than 10 kg, consisting of at least a central processing unit, a keyboard and a display. This subheading includes laptops, notebooks, netbooks, ultrabooks and portable touchscreen computers meeting the weight and ADP functionality criteria. Classification under heading 8471 requires the device to be an automatic data processing machine - programmable, capable of executing a stored program, possessing working and permanent memory, capable of autonomously storing and retrieving data, and communicating with external devices. The essential criterion for subheading 8471 30 is portability - weight not exceeding 10 kg - and integration of a keyboard and display in a single housing. Tablets with detachable keyboards may require individual classification assessment. Classification is carried out in accordance with the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI), Rule 1, taking into account Note 6A to Chapter 84 defining an ADP machine. The HS Explanatory Notes to heading 8471 specify the technical requirements for ADP devices. A BTI ruling is recommended in case of doubt.

Import requirements and regulations for laptops

Importing laptops under CN code 8471 30 into the EU is subject to the Union Customs Code (Regulation (EU) No 952/2013). The importer must hold an EORI number. Laptops as electronic equipment are subject to multiple EU directives: the EMC Directive 2014/30/EU, the LVD Directive 2014/35/EU, the RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU and the RED Directive 2014/53/EU for devices with radio modules (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, LTE). CE marking is mandatory. The WEEE Directive 2012/19/EU imposes registration and recycling obligations. Regulation (EU) 2023/1542 on batteries applies to built-in lithium-ion batteries. Regulation (EU) 2019/1782 establishes ecodesign requirements for external power supplies. Regulation (EU) 2023/988 on general product safety requires the importer to ensure product safety. Labelling must comply with the language requirements of the destination country. Customs documentation includes a commercial invoice, transport document and CE declaration of conformity.

Customs duties and ITA for laptops and portable computers

Laptops and portable computers under CN code 8471 30 are covered by the WTO Information Technology Agreement (ITA). The MFN rate is 0%, which should be confirmed in the current TARIC database. The ITA eliminates import duties on ADP machines under heading 8471 for all signatories, including the EU. Preferential FTA rates are of no practical significance given the 0% MFN rate. Products under Chapter 84 are not subject to the CBAM mechanism (Regulation (EU) 2023/956). VAT is charged at import at the national rate. Laptops may be subject to export control restrictions for dual-use technology (Regulation (EU) 2021/821) if they contain advanced processors subject to control. Imports from countries subject to EU sanctions require verification of restrictions. Current rates and trade measures should be checked in the TARIC system before each import.

EU directives and ecodesign for IT products 8471 30

Importing IT products under CN 8471 30 requires compliance with multiple EU regulations. RoHS 2 Directive (2011/65/EU) restricts lead, mercury, cadmium and other hazardous substances. The WEEE Directive requires producer registration in the national registry. The Ecodesign Regulation (EU) 2024/1781 introduces durability and repairability requirements. IT products benefit from ITA 0% duty. A CE declaration of conformity covering LVD and EMC is required.

Frequently asked questions

Do laptops under code 8471 30 benefit from the zero ITA duty rate?
Yes. Laptops and portable computers under subheading 8471 30 are covered by the WTO ITA, which eliminates import duties on ADP machines. The MFN rate is 0% for all ITA signatories, including the EU. The rate should be confirmed in the current TARIC database for the specific 10-digit TARIC code. VAT is charged at import at the national rate. These products are not subject to CBAM. The zero duty rate applies to both new and used laptops.
Is a tablet with a keyboard classified under code 8471 30?
The classification of a tablet with a keyboard depends on its essential character and construction. If a tablet with a detachable keyboard meets the ADP machine definition (Note 6A to Chapter 84) and weighs less than 10 kg including keyboard and display, it may qualify under subheading 8471 30. Tablets without keyboards may be classified under other subheadings of heading 8471. The decision depends on the specific device configuration. The EBTI database contains numerous BTI decisions on tablet classification. A BTI ruling is recommended in case of doubt.
Which EU directives apply to laptop imports?
Laptops are subject to multiple EU directives: EMC 2014/30/EU (electromagnetic compatibility), LVD 2014/35/EU (electrical safety), RoHS 2011/65/EU (hazardous substances), RED 2014/53/EU (radio equipment - Wi-Fi, Bluetooth), WEEE 2012/19/EU (recycling). CE marking is mandatory. Regulation (EU) 2023/1542 applies to lithium-ion batteries. Ecodesign Regulation (EU) 2019/1782 applies to power supplies. The importer must be registered in the national WEEE register.
What ecodesign requirements apply to products under 8471 30?
Products under CN 8471 30 are subject to the Ecodesign Regulation (EU) 2024/1781, requiring spare parts availability, repairability information and durability standards. RoHS 2 and WEEE also apply.