8522.90.65.00 - Printed circuit assemblies

This HTS category, 8522.90.65.00, specifically covers printed circuit assemblies (PCAs). A PCA is a fundamental component in electronic devices, consisting of a board with printed conductive pathways and a variety of electronic components (such as resistors, capacitors, integrated circuits) soldered onto it. These assemblies are designed to perform specific electrical functions within larger machinery or appliances.

Within heading 8522, which pertains to parts and accessories for sound or video recording or reproducing apparatus, this specific subcategory distinguishes itself by focusing exclusively on the assembled printed circuit boards themselves, rather than other types of parts or accessories. For instance, while other subcategories at this level might encompass power supplies, housings, or mechanical components, 8522.90.65.00 is dedicated to the functional electronic core of such devices.

As this is a leaf node in the HTS structure, there are no further subdivisions under 8522.90.65.00. Therefore, classification within this code relies heavily on the nature of the printed circuit assembly itself and its intended use in conjunction with the apparatus of headings 8519 or 8521. The determination to classify an item here hinges on it being a fully assembled printed circuit board, rather than individual components or raw circuit boards.