The UK commodity code for headphones falls under heading 8518 — Microphones and their stands; loudspeakers, mounted or not in their enclosures; headphones and earphones, combined or not with a microphone, and sets of a microphone and one or more loudspeakers; audio-frequency and electric sound amplifiers and sets. The specific 10-digit UK codes are listed below.
| Region | Code system | Heading |
|---|---|---|
| 🌐 Global (WCO) | Harmonized System (HS) | 8518 |
| 🇺🇸 United States | HTS | 8518.10.40.00 |
| 🇪🇺 European Union | CN/TARIC | 8518.10.00.10 |
Chapter 85 — Electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles → Heading 8518 — Microphones and their stands; loudspeakers, mounted or not in their enclosures; headphones and earphones, combined or not with a microphone, and sets of a microphone and one or more loudspeakers; audio-frequency and electric sound amplifiers and sets
What is the UK commodity code for headphones? The heading is 8518 (Microphones and their stands; loudspeakers, mounted or not in their enclosures; headphones and earphones, combined or not with a microphone, and sets of a microphone and one or more loudspeakers; audio-frequency and electric sound amplifiers and sets). Choose the specific 10-digit code above that best matches your goods when completing a UK customs declaration.
What is a commodity code? A commodity code is the UK's 10-digit import/export classification number, based on the global 6-digit HS system but extended for UK tariff and VAT purposes.
Where can I verify this commodity code? Always confirm with the UK Trade Tariff or consult a customs broker.
Also see: Global HS code for headphones · US HTS code for headphones
Beta — data is for general reference only and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Always verify with HMRC or the UK Trade Tariff before making import/export decisions.