What is HS code 8475 used for?
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HS-4 · Heading
8475 — Machines; for assembling electric or electronic lamps, tubes, valves, flashbulbs, in glass envelopes, machines for manufacturing or hot working glass or glassware
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Plain-language overview
Use HS-4 8475 when importing machines designed for assembling electric or electronic lamps, tubes, valves, or flashbulbs. For example, if you’re bringing in a machine that assembles LED bulbs in glass envelopes, this code applies directly to your shipment.
When deciding between HS-6 847510 and HS-6 847590, consider the specific function of your machinery. If it’s solely for assembling lamps, use 847510. If it includes parts for those machines or is used for glassware manufacturing, 847590 is appropriate.
For machines that manufacture or hot work glass, you’ll choose between HS-6 847521 and HS-6 847529. Use 847521 if your machine is specifically for making optical fibers or preforms; otherwise, if it’s for general glass or glassware production, opt for 847529.
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HS-4 8475 · machines for assembling lamps · glass manufacturing machines · optical fiber production equipment · parts for glassworking machines · electric lamp assembly machinery · glassware hot working machines · flashbulb manufacturing equipment · HS-6 subheadings · import machinery codes
Examples
Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.
- Machine for assembling LED light bulbs in glass envelopes
- Equipment for manufacturing optical fibers from raw glass
- Machine for producing glass bottles or jars
- Parts for machines that assemble electronic tubes
- Hot working machine for shaping glassware
- Device for manufacturing flashbulbs in glass casings
Common questions
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How to classify machines for assembling lamps?
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What are the subheadings under HS-4 8475?
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Which code to use for glass manufacturing machinery?
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Are parts for lamp assembly machines classified under 8475?
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How do I determine the correct HS-6 code for my equipment?
Match the product to the legal wording, then verify the final pick in your country tariff schedule before filing.
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difference between HS-6 847510 and 847590
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requirements for importing machines for glassworking
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subheading for optical fiber manufacturing equipment
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importing machinery for assembling flashbulbs
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choosing the right HS code for glassware production
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parts classification for machines in HS-4 8475
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Questions & answers
For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.
- What types of machines fall under HS-4 8475?
- HS-4 8475 covers machines for assembling electric or electronic lamps, as well as those for manufacturing or hot working glass and glassware.
- How do I know which HS-6 subheading to use?
- Identify the specific function of your machine. Use 847510 for lamp assembly, 847521 for optical fiber production, 847529 for general glass manufacturing, and 847590 for parts.
- Can I use HS-4 8475 for importing parts?
- Yes, you can use **HS-6 847590** for parts of machines that assemble lamps or manufacture glass.
- What if my machine can do multiple functions?
- If your machine serves multiple purposes, classify it under the most specific HS-6 code that accurately describes its primary function.
- Are there any special import regulations for these machines?
- Check with your local customs authorities for any specific regulations or requirements related to importing machinery under HS-4 8475.
- Is there a difference between hot working and cold working machines?
- Yes, hot working machines involve shaping glass at high temperatures, while cold working machines process glass at room temperature.
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HS-6 subheadings (4)
- 847510Machines; for assembling electric or electronic lamps, tubes, valves or flashbulbs, in glass envelopes
- 847521Machines; for manufacturing or hot working glass or glassware, for making optical fibres and preforms thereof
- 847529Machines; for manufacturing or hot working glass or glassware, not for making optical fibres and preforms thereof
- 847590Machines; parts, of those for assembling electric or electronic lamps, tubes, valves or flash-bulbs, in glass envelopes and manufacturing or hot working glass or glassware