Card readers

The following types of card reader are all classified under subheading code 8471 90 00 00:magnetic card readers.smart card readers (a smart card is a card which has embedded in it one or more electronic integrated circuits - a microprocessor, random access memory (RAM) or read-only memory (ROM) - in the form of 'chips' and can contain contacts, a magnetic stripe or an embedded antenna but doesn't include any other active or passive circuit elements)

Global Positioning System (GPS) Modules:These units provide a position determining function to devices like personal digital assistants (PDAs) and laptops by means of a cable or wireless connection. They're classified under subheading code 8526 91 20 20 if they are in the form of an assembly, or under subheading code 8526 91 20 90.

External USB hubs:These are classified under subheading code 8471 80 00 00.Dongles are USB interface devices that provide a means of communicating with a computer. This might be for the purpose of software encryption or for a Bluetooth adaptor. Dongles are classified under subheading code 8471 80 00 00.

Encryption security devices:These are access code generators that allow users to log on to a network remotely. They can't be connected directly to a computer memory card readers - including Compact Flash, Smart Media, Secure Digital (SD), Multimedia Card (MMC), Memory Stick, XD Picture Card and PC Card