HS code for external hard drives

HS code

8471.70

US tariff lines

US general duty

Free

Source: USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule, Revision 21 (2026), effective 10/09/2026 · checked 2026-10-28

Hard-disk storage units for computers fall under 8471.70.

US tariff lines under 8471.70

US HTS code	Description	General duty
8471.70.10	Magnetic disk drive units › For a disk of a diameter exceeding 21 cm › Without read-write unit assembled therein; read-write units entered separately	Free
8471.70.20	Magnetic disk drive units › For a disk of a diameter exceeding 21 cm › Units for physical incorporation into automatic data processing machines or units thereof	Free
8471.70.30	Magnetic disk drive units › For a disk of a diameter exceeding 21 cm › Other	Free
8471.70.40	Magnetic disk drive units › Other › Not assembled in cabinets, and without attached external power supply 3 statistical suffixes (10-digit codes) 8471.70.40.35 — Flexible (floppy) magnetic disk drive units 8471.70.40.65 — Hard magnetic disk drive units 8471.70.40.95 — Other	Free
8471.70.50	Magnetic disk drive units › Other › Other 3 statistical suffixes (10-digit codes) 8471.70.50.35 — Flexible (floppy) magnetic disk drive units 8471.70.50.65 — Hard magnetic disk drive units 8471.70.50.95 — Other	Free
8471.70.60	Other storage units › Not assembled in cabinets for placing on a table, desk, wall, floor or similar place	Free
8471.70.90	Other storage units › Other	Free

Import duty on external hard drives by country

Import into the US

Free

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Extra duties may apply

The general rate applies to most countries. Imports from some countries also pay additional duties under Chapter 99 of the HTS, such as Section 301 tariffs on many Chinese goods. Check the current measures for your country of origin before you order.

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Frequently asked questions

Q1What is the HS code for external hard drives?

The international HS code for external hard drives is 8471.70. Hard-disk storage units for computers fall under 8471.70.

Q2What is the US import duty on external hard drives?

It depends on the exact line: 7 US tariff lines sit under 8471.70, with general rates of Free. The table on this page lists each one. Goods from some countries pay additional duties on top.

Q3What is the 10-digit HTS code for external hard drives?

The first 8 digits set the duty; the last 2 are statistical and depend on details such as material or who the product is for. The full list of US codes under 8471.70 is in the table above.

Q4Is the HS code the same in every country?

The first 6 digits (8471.70) are the same in every country that uses the Harmonized System. The digits after that, and the duty rates, are set by each country.

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