Laptops are classified under the tariff number 8471.30.00.00-8 (portable automatic data processing machines weighing not more than 10 kg, consisting of at least a central processing unit, a keyboard and a display, subject to import regulation C02 (some of the commodities under this item subject to legal import inspection announced by the Bureau of Standards, Metrology and Inspection, Ministry of Economic Affairs).

According to Kaohsiung Customs (KHC), laptops equipped with Wi-Fi capability are regarded as “controlled telecommunications radio-frequency devices”. In accordance with import regulation 602, the importers of such products must obtain an import approval certificate or a certificate of special permit number issued by National Communications Commission (NCC) before being released by customs. Importers with questions about the aforementioned goods should consult the NCC by submitting a product catalog in advance to ensure smooth clearance.

KHC urges the importers to accurately declare tariff number and follow the import regulation 602 for such goods to facilitate customs clearance.

Division: Kaohsiung Airport Branch
Contact: Ye, Xing-Rong
Tel: 07-8057010 #7063