Historical MFN averages (2019); not current shipment rates. HS6 descriptions use the UN Comtrade Combined HS reference; the original rate nomenclature remains unconfirmed. National special codes require destination-specific verification. No effective date is available. The data review on September 11, 2026 does not update the rates. Reference source.

Egypt Customs Tariff for HS Code 851981

Sound recording or reproducing apparatus; using magnetic, optical or semiconductor media, n.e.c. in item no 8519.20, 8519.30 or 8519.50

Direct HS code answer for Egypt

Egypt HS Code 851981: 5%

The source reports an indicative HS6 MFN average of 5% for Sound recording or reproducing apparatus; using magnetic, optical or semiconductor media, n.e.c. in item no 8519.20, 8519.30 or 8519.50. Source status: not assessed. Verify the exact national tariff line, origin treatment, taxes, restrictions, and current customs guidance before using this information in a declaration.

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Customs tariff summary

Country: Egypt
HS / tariff code: 851981
Description: Sound recording or reproducing apparatus; using magnetic, optical or semiconductor media, n.e.c. in item no 8519.20, 8519.30 or 8519.50
Chapter: 85 —
Heading: 8519
Subheading: 851981
Indicative MFN HS6 average: 5%
VAT / tax: Check local VAT and excise rules for the import destination.
Unit / basis: Not listed in this tariff line
Source / vintage: WITS/UNCTAD TRAINS (MFN 2019) (2019)

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HS Code: 851981
Chapter: 85 —
Heading: 8519
Subheading: 851981

Compare HS code 851981 across GCC countries

These GCC pages currently use the same GCC Integrated Tariff reference published by ZATCA. They are not six independently reconciled national schedules. National codes, duty notes, restrictions, and tax treatment can differ; verify with the destination customs authority.

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Related HS Codes (Heading 8519)

HS Code	Description	Duty
851920	Sound recording or reproducing apparatus; operated by coins, banknotes, bank cards, tokens or by other means of payment	5%
851930	Sound recording or reproducing apparatus; turntables (record-decks)	60%
851989	Sound recording or reproducing apparatus; n.e.c. in heading no 8519	8.33333%

Data source: WITS/UNCTAD TRAINS (MFN 2019). Values are indicative HS6 MFN averages, not shipment-specific applied rates. Import permission and restrictions are not assessed. Rates do not include VAT, excise, trade-remedy duties, origin-based preferences, or other national measures. Full disclaimer.