Import trade restrictions for 8518300000 80
| Origin country | Start | Duty / Tax | Legal base Measure type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 KR | Korea, Republic of (South Korea) KR | 01-07-2011 | 0 % | Decision 0265/11 Tariff preference 142 |
2200 | Central America 2200 | 01-08-2013 | 0 % | Decision 0734/12 Tariff preference 142 |
1011 | ERGA OMNES 1011 | 01-11-2018 | 0 % | Regulation 1517/18 Airworthiness tariff suspension 119 |
1011 | ERGA OMNES 1011 | 01-01-2020 | 0 % | Regulation 1776/19 Third country duty 103 |
NZ | New Zealand NZ | 01-05-2024 | 0 % | Decision 0244/24 Tariff preference 142 |
 CH | Switzerland CH | 01-01-1988 | 0 % | Regulation 2840/72 Tariff preference 142 |
 FO | Faroe Islands FO | 01-01-1997 | 0 % | Decision 0126/97 Tariff preference 142 |
XL | Melilla XL | 01-01-1999 | 0 % | Accession act 0001/85 Tariff preference 142 |
 PS | Occupied palestinian Territory PS | 01-01-2001 | 0 % | Decision 0430/97 Tariff preference 142 |
 TR | Türkiye TR | 01-01-2006 | 0 % | Decision 0142/96 Customs union duty 106 |
 AD | Andorra AD | 01-01-2006 | 0 % | Decision 0680/90 Customs union duty 106 |
 SM | San Marino SM | 01-01-2006 | 0 % | Decision 0245/02 Customs union duty 106 |
| 1007 | EU-Switzerland agreement: re-imported goods 1007 | 01-01-2007 | 0 % | Regulation 2840/72 Tariff preference 142 |
2027 | GSP+ (incentive arrangement for sustainable development and good governance) 2027 | 01-01-2014 | 0 % | Regulation 0978/12 Tariff preference 142 |
2005 | GSP-EBA (Special arrangement for the least-developed countries - Everything But Arms) 2005 | 01-01-2014 | 0 % | Regulation 0978/12 Tariff preference 142 |
 MD | Moldova, Republic of MD | 01-01-2016 | 0 % | Decision 0492/14 Tariff preference 142 |
 EC | Ecuador EC | 01-01-2017 | 0 % | Decision 2369/16 Tariff preference 142 |
 GB | United Kingdom GB | 01-01-2021 | 0 % | Decision 2253/20 Tariff preference 142 |
2080 | OCTs (Overseas Countries and Territories) 2080 | 01-01-2021 | 0 % | Decision 1764/21 Tariff preference 142 |
 CL | Chile CL | 01-02-2025 | 0 % | Decision 3016/24 Tariff preference 142 |
 TN | Tunisia TN | 01-03-1998 | 0 % | Decision 0238/98 Tariff preference 142 |
 MA | Morocco MA | 01-03-2000 | 0 % | Decision 0204/00 Tariff preference 142 |
 LB | Lebanon LB | 01-04-2006 | 0 % | Decision 0356/06 Tariff preference 142 |
 JO | Jordan JO | 01-05-2002 | 0 % | Decision 0357/02 Tariff preference 142 |
 EG | Egypt EG | 01-06-2004 | 0 % | Decision 0635/04 Tariff preference 142 |
XC | Ceuta XC | 01-07-1991 | 0 % | Accession act 0001/85 Tariff preference 142 |
2012 | EEA - European Economic Area 2012 | 01-07-2007 | 0 % | Decision 0001/94 Tariff preference 142 |
 MX | Mexico MX | 01-07-2016 | 0 % | Decision 0415/00 Tariff preference 142 |
KE | Kenya KE | 01-07-2024 | 0 % | Decision 1647/24 Tariff preference 142 |
 US | United States US | 01-07-2026 | 0 % | Regulation 1455/26 Tariff preference 142 |
1011 | ERGA OMNES 1011 | 01-07-2026 – 31-10-2026 | 3 EUR | Regulation 0382/26 Low-value consignment customs duty 107 |
 SY | Syria SY | 01-08-1994 | 0 % | Regulation 2216/78 Tariff preference 142 |
 CO | Colombia CO | 01-08-2013 | 0 % | Decision 0735/12 Tariff preference 142 |
 DZ | Algeria DZ | 01-09-2005 | 0 % | Decision 0690/05 Tariff preference 142 |
 GE | Georgia GE | 01-09-2014 | 0 % | Decision 0494/14 Tariff preference 142 |
1011 | ERGA OMNES 1011 | 01-11-2026 | 2 EUR | Regulation 2108/26 Union handling fee 800 |
1011 | ERGA OMNES 1011 | 01-11-2026 | 3 EUR | Regulation 0382/26 Low-value consignment customs duty 107 |
CI | Ivory Coast CI | 02-12-2019 | 0 % | Decision 0156/09 Tariff preference 142 |
2000 | Preferential origin in accordance with the Agreement in the form of an Exchange of Letters between the European Union and the Kingdom of Morocco on the amendment of Protocols 1 and 4 to the Euro-Mediterranean Agreement establishing an association between the European Communities and their Member States, of the one part, and the Kingdom of Morocco, of the other part. 2000 | 03-10-2025 | 0 % | Decision 2022/25 Tariff preference 142 |
 CM | Cameroon CM | 04-08-2014 | 0 % | Decision 0152/09 Tariff preference 142 |
 ZA | South Africa ZA | 10-10-2016 | 0 % | Decision 1623/16 Tariff preference 142 |
1035 | SADC EPA 1035 | 10-10-2016 | 0 % | Decision 1623/16 Tariff preference 142 |
1034 | Eastern and Southern Africa States 1034 | 14-05-2012 | 0 % | Decision 0196/12 Tariff preference 142 |
 GH | Ghana GH | 15-12-2016 | 0 % | Decision 1850/16 Tariff preference 142 |
 IL | Israel IL | 16-05-2023 | 0 % | Decision 0855/09 Tariff preference 142 |
 SB | Solomon Islands SB | 17-05-2020 | 0 % | Decision 0729/09 Tariff preference 142 |
 PG | Papua New Guinea PG | 20-12-2009 | 0 % | Decision 0729/09 Tariff preference 142 |
 UA | Ukraine UA | 24-06-2026 | Cond: Y cert: Y-984 (29):; Y cert: N-954 (29):; Y cert: N-864 (29):; Y (09): | Regulation 0263/22 Import control 762 |
| UA | Ukraine UA | 24-06-2026 | Cond: Y cert: Y-997 (26):; Y cert: N-864 (26):; Y cert: N-954 (26):; Y (06): | Regulation 0692/14 Import control 760 |
 KP | North Korea (Democratic People’s Republic of Korea) KP | 28-02-2018 | Regulation 0285/18 Import prohibition 277 | |
 FJ | Fiji FJ | 28-07-2014 | 0 % | Decision 0729/09 Tariff preference 142 |
1033 | CARIFORUM 1033 | 29-12-2008 | 0 % | Decision 0805/08 Tariff preference 142 |
 WS | Samoa WS | 31-12-2018 | 0 % | Decision 0729/09 Tariff preference 142 |
Explanation of trade restrictions
Erga Omnes means "for all".
Third countries are countries that are not part of the EU.
GSP means "Generalised System of Preferences".
GSP Plus means "Generalised System of Preferences Plus".
European Economic Area (EEA) means all EU member states and Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway.
OCTs stands for "Overseas Countries and Territories". They are countries and territories that are not part of the EU. More information
CARIFORUM is a regional economic integration organisation comprising 15 Caribbean Community (CARICOM) countries and the Dominican Republic.
SADC EPA stands for "Southern African Development Community - Economic Partnership Agreement".
Duty means "customs duties".
History
Duty rates and measures for this code over time (yearly snapshots).
Information
When importing or exporting "Headphones and earphones, whether or not combined with a microphone, and sets consisting of a microphone and one or more loudspeakers", it is crucial to have the correct HS code or TARIC code. The HS code 8518300000 80 serves as the standard code for this product, ensuring that the appropriate duties and taxes are applied when crossing international borders.
To ensure your business transactions run smoothly when importing or exporting "Headphones and earphones, whether or not combined with a microphone, and sets consisting of a microphone and one or more loudspeakers", consider the following points:
- Inform yourself about the specific import and export regulations in the countries involved. This includes possible restrictions, taxes, and duties applicable to "Headphones and earphones, whether or not combined with a microphone, and sets consisting of a microphone and one or more loudspeakers".
- Check if any additional licenses, permits, or certificates are required to import "Headphones and earphones, whether or not combined with a microphone, and sets consisting of a microphone and one or more loudspeakers" into the destination country or export it from the country of origin.
- Make sure your trading partners have valid identification numbers, such as EORI numbers (Economic Operators Registration and Identification) in the EU, to streamline trade and minimize delays.
- Ensure that all trade- and customs-related documents (such as commercial invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin, and insurance policies) are accurately completed and adhere to the respective national regulations.
- Keep an eye on the current exchange rates, as well as packaging, shipping, and insurance costs, to accurately calculate trade costs.
In summary, the HS code or TARIC code for "Headphones and earphones, whether or not combined with a microphone, and sets consisting of a microphone and one or more loudspeakers" is 8518300000 80. Make sure you accurately use this code in all your trade and customs documents to guarantee smooth and hassle-free transactions. With these tips, you'll be better prepared for the challenges of international trade and can successfully import and export "Headphones and earphones, whether or not combined with a microphone, and sets consisting of a microphone and one or more loudspeakers".
HS Code structure
1. Chapter
There are 21 different sections, which are divided into 96 chapters. Exceptional chapters include chapter 77, which is reserved for future use, chapters 98 and 99, which are limited at national level, and chapter 99, which is a specific code for temporary changes. In the example above, chapter 85 was selected for 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
2. Heading
The heading determines the specific category within a certain chapter. In the example above, the 18 refers to Microphones and stands therefor; loudspeakers, whether or not mounted in their enclosures; headphones and earphones, whether or not combined with a microphone, and sets consisting of a microphone and one or more loudspeakers; audio-frequency electric amplifiers; electric sound amplifier sets.
3. Subheading
The last two digits of the international harmonized code are more specific and define subcategories of products. In the example above, the 30 refers to Headphones and earphones, whether or not combined with a microphone, and sets consisting of a microphone and one or more loudspeakers.
HS Code tree structure
8500000000 80
Chapter 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
8518000000 80
Microphones and stands therefor; loudspeakers, whether or not mounted in their enclosures; headphones and earphones, whether or not combined with a microphone, and sets consisting of a microphone and one or more loudspeakers; audio-frequency electric amplifiers; electric sound amplifier sets
8518100000 80
- Microphones and stands therefor
8518100010 80
- - For use in civil aircraft
8518100090 80
- - Other
8518210000 10
- Loudspeakers, whether or not mounted in their enclosures
8518210000 80
- - Single loudspeakers, mounted in their enclosures
8518220000 80
- - Multiple loudspeakers, mounted in the same enclosure
8518220010 80
- - - For use in civil aircraft
8518220090 80
- - - Other
8518290000 80
- - Other
8518290010 80
- - - For use in civil aircraft
8518290090 80
- - - Other
8518300000 80
- Headphones and earphones, whether or not combined with a microphone, and sets consisting of a microphone and one or more loudspeakers
8518300010 80
- - For use in civil aircraft
8518300090 80
- - Other
8518400000 80
- Audio-frequency electric amplifiers
8518400010 80
- - For use in civil aircraft
8518400090 80
- - Other
8518500000 80
- Electric sound amplifier sets
8518500010 80
- - For use in civil aircraft
8518500090 80
- - Other
8518900000 80
- Parts