HS Code 8534
Printed Circuits (PCB)
HS code 8534 covers printed circuits, specifically boards with conductive patterns formed on an insulating base, used as the foundation for electronic assembly.
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HS Code 8534 — Printed Circuits (PCB)
This heading covers the physical boards (PCBs) that connect electronic components. These are bare boards with printed pathways but without active or passive components soldered onto them.
What's included
- Single-sided printed circuit boards
- Multi-layer PCBs
- Flexible printed circuits
- Glass epoxy boards with copper tracks
- Rigid-flex PCBs
What's excluded
- Populated circuit boards → use
8537(Boards with mounted components are considered assemblies or modules.)
Common examples
- Bare FR4 motherboard blank
- Flexible LED strip circuit (unpopulated)
- 4-layer copper-clad PCB
- Prototype circuit board
Frequently asked questions
Are boards with chips already on them under this code?
No, if the board has components like resistors or chips attached, it is usually classified as a part of the final machine or under heading 8537.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0%
- Documentation: Often subject to the Information Technology Agreement (ITA), resulting in zero duties in many member countries.
- Typical shipping mode: Air
- Top exporters: China, Taiwan, South Korea, Japan
- Top importers: Vietnam, United States, Germany, Mexico
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Key takeaway
Applies only to 'bare' boards with circuits; adding components changes the classification.
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