Import duty on external hard drives in the UK
HS code
8471.70
UK codes
6
UK import duty
0%
UK VAT
20%
Source: UK Global Tariff (HMRC Trade Tariff service) · checked 2026-10-31
Hard-disk storage units for computers fall under 8471.70.
UK commodity codes under 8471.70
| UK commodity code | Description | Import duty | VAT |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8471 70 20 00 | Central storage units | 0% | 20% |
| 8471 70 30 00 | Other › Disk storage units › Optical, including magneto-optical | 0% | 20% |
| 8471 70 50 00 | Other › Disk storage units › Other › Hard disk drives | 0% | 20% |
| 8471 70 70 00 | Other › Disk storage units › Other › Other | 0% | 20% |
| 8471 70 80 00 | Other › Magnetic tape storage units | 0% | 20% |
| 8471 70 98 00 | Other › Other | 0% | 20%or 0% (VAT zero rate) |
Import duty on external hard drives by country
Import into the US
Free
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Import into the UK
0%
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Import into the EU
0%
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How UK import charges work
The duty shown is the standard rate for goods from countries without a trade deal. Goods from a country with a UK trade agreement may pay less, or nothing, if they meet the rules of origin. A few products from certain countries also pay anti-dumping duties. The UK charges import VAT on the customs value plus shipping, insurance and duty.
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Frequently asked questions
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