What is included in HS-4 8504?

HS-4 8504 includes electric transformers, static converters, and inductors, along with their parts.

How do I choose the right HS-6 subheading?

Select the HS-6 subheading based on the power handling capacity of your transformer or converter.

What does n.e.c. mean in the subheadings?

n.e.c. stands for 'not elsewhere classified', indicating items that don't fit into other specified categories.

Are there specific regulations for importing transformers?

Yes, ensure compliance with local regulations and standards for electrical equipment when importing transformers.

Can I use HS-4 8504 for all types of transformers?

Only transformers that fit the descriptions in the subheadings of HS-4 8504 can be classified under this heading.

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8504 — Electric transformers, static converters (e.g. rectifiers) and inductors

Chapter 85: Electrical machinery and equipment

Plain-language overview

Use HS-4 8504 when importing or exporting electric transformers, static converters, or inductors. For example, if you're shipping a liquid dielectric transformer with a power capacity of 800kVA, this heading applies. Understanding the specific subheading is crucial for compliance and accurate duty assessment.

When deciding between the subheadings, consider the power handling capacity of your transformers. For instance, HS-6 850421 covers transformers with a capacity not exceeding 650kVA, while HS-6 850422 is for those exceeding 650kVA but not exceeding 10,000kVA. Make sure to measure your equipment accurately to select the correct line.

If your product is a transformer with a capacity over 10,000kVA, you would use HS-6 850423. On the other hand, if you're dealing with smaller transformers, HS-6 850431 and 850432 cater to capacities up to 16kVA. Each subheading has specific criteria that must be met to ensure proper classification.

Keywords & topics

Short phrases that describe this HS-4 heading when you're searching or filtering schedules.

electric transformers · static converters · inductors · liquid dielectric transformers · power handling capacity · discharge lamps · ballasts · electrical inductors · transformer parts · HS-4 8504

Examples

Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.

Liquid dielectric transformer, 800kVA (HS-6 850421)
Liquid dielectric transformer, 12,000kVA (HS-6 850423)
Static converter for industrial use (HS-6 850440)
Electrical inductor for circuit applications (HS-6 850450)
Parts for transformers and converters (HS-6 850490)

Common questions

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Questions & answers

For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.

What is included in HS-4 8504?: HS-4 8504 includes electric transformers, static converters, and inductors, along with their parts.
How do I choose the right HS-6 subheading?: Select the HS-6 subheading based on the power handling capacity of your transformer or converter.
What does n.e.c. mean in the subheadings?: n.e.c. stands for 'not elsewhere classified', indicating items that don't fit into other specified categories.
Are there specific regulations for importing transformers?: Yes, ensure compliance with local regulations and standards for electrical equipment when importing transformers.
Can I use HS-4 8504 for all types of transformers?: Only transformers that fit the descriptions in the subheadings of HS-4 8504 can be classified under this heading.

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Parent context

HS code directory Chapter 85

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