85229000
ELECTRICAL MACHINERY AND EQUIPMENT AND PARTS THEREOF; SOUND RECORDERS AND REPRODUCERS, TELEVISION IMAGE AND SOUND RECORDERS AND REPRODUCERS, AND PARTS AND ACCESSORIES OF SUCH ARTICLES›Parts and accessories suitable for use solely or principally with the apparatus of heading 8519 or 8521
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Definition and scope
Subheading 8522 90 covers other parts and accessories for apparatus under headings 8519 to 8521, other than pick-up cartridges (8522 10). The scope includes magnetic heads for tape recorders, tonearms for turntables, laser lenses for CD/DVD/Blu-ray players, drive motors for media transport mechanisms, housings and control panels, dedicated remote controls, PCBs and electronic circuits, and internal cables and connectors. The criterion is the part being intended for heading 8519-8521 equipment per Section XVI Note 2(b).
Regulatory requirements
Parts as components have limited requirements. RoHS 2 applies. CE marking is not required for parts alone. CBAM does not apply.
Duty rates
MFN rates should be verified in TARIC. Parts may benefit from ITA 0%. China and Japan are main suppliers. Documentation: invoice with description and intended use, EORI, RoHS. National VAT levied.
Importing sound/video equipment parts 8522 90
Parts for sound and video equipment under CN 8522 90 benefit from ITA 0% duty. This includes pick-up cartridges, laser lenses, magnetic heads and electronic modules. Classification requires identifying parts as intended for equipment of headings 8519-8521. RoHS 2 compliance is required.
Frequently asked questions
How to classify a laser lens for a CD player?
Laser lenses solely intended for CD/DVD/Blu-ray players are classified under 8522 90 as parts of heading 8519-8521 apparatus. General-purpose optical lenses are classified under heading 9002.
Are remote controls classified under 8522 90?
Remote controls dedicated to specific audio/video player models may fall under 8522 90 as parts. Universal remotes may be classified under 8526 92 or 8543.
Are products under CN 85 22 90 subject to Does CBAM apply?
No. CBAM covers only emission-intensive sectors.
Are laser lenses for players classified under 8522 90?
Yes, laser lenses identifiable as parts for CD/DVD/Blu-ray players are classified under 8522 90. ITA 0% duty applies.
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