What types of appliances are covered under HS-4 8509?

HS-4 8509 covers electro-mechanical domestic appliances with self-contained electric motors, including food grinders, mixers, and juice extractors.

How do I differentiate between HS-6 850940 and HS-6 850980?

Use HS-6 850940 for food grinders and juice extractors, while HS-6 850980 is for other electric appliances not classified as vacuum cleaners.

What does HS-6 850990 include?

HS-6 850990 includes parts specifically for the electro-mechanical appliances listed under heading 8509.

Do electric juicers fall under HS-4 8509?

Yes, electric juicers are classified under HS-4 8509, specifically under HS-6 850940.

Can I use HS-4 8509 for commercial appliances?

HS-4 8509 is primarily for domestic appliances; commercial appliances may require different classifications.

HS-4 · Heading

8509 — Electro-mechanical domestic appliances; with self-contained electric motor, other than vacuum cleaners of heading 85.08.

Chapter 85: Electrical machinery and equipment

Plain-language overview

Use HS-4 8509 when importing electro-mechanical domestic appliances with a self-contained electric motor, like food grinders or juice extractors. These appliances are designed for household use and are powered by electricity, making them essential in modern kitchens.

When deciding between HS-6 850940 and HS-6 850980, consider the specific appliance type. If you're dealing with food grinders, mixers, or juice extractors, go with 850940. For other electric appliances not classified as vacuum cleaners, use 850980, which covers a broader range of items.

If you’re importing parts for these appliances, select HS-6 850990. This code is specifically for components used in the electro-mechanical appliances listed under heading 8509. Ensure that the parts you’re importing are intended for the appliances covered by this heading.

Keywords & topics

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

HS-4 8509 · electro-mechanical appliances · self-contained electric motor · food grinders · juice extractors · kitchen appliances · electric mixers · parts for appliances · importing appliances · HS-6 subheadings · domestic appliances · electrical kitchen tools

Examples

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

Food grinders with electric motors
Electric fruit juicers
Stand mixers with self-contained motors
Electric vegetable choppers
Parts for electric kitchen appliances
Electric can openers
Electric ice cream makers

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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 appliances are covered under HS-4 8509?: HS-4 8509 covers electro-mechanical domestic appliances with self-contained electric motors, including food grinders, mixers, and juice extractors.
How do I differentiate between HS-6 850940 and HS-6 850980?: Use HS-6 850940 for food grinders and juice extractors, while HS-6 850980 is for other electric appliances not classified as vacuum cleaners.
What does HS-6 850990 include?: HS-6 850990 includes parts specifically for the electro-mechanical appliances listed under heading 8509.
Do electric juicers fall under HS-4 8509?: Yes, electric juicers are classified under HS-4 8509, specifically under HS-6 850940.
Can I use HS-4 8509 for commercial appliances?: HS-4 8509 is primarily for domestic appliances; commercial appliances may require different classifications.

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