What types of products fall under HS-4 9604?

HS-4 9604 covers hand sieves and hand riddles, primarily used for sifting or straining materials manually.

Can I use HS-4 9604 for electric strainers?

No, HS-4 9604 is strictly for manual tools. Electric strainers would fall under a different classification.

What materials are typically used for hand sieves?

Hand sieves can be made from various materials, including metal, plastic, or wood, as long as they are designed for manual use.

How do I ensure my product is classified correctly?

Review the product's primary function and material. If it’s primarily for sifting or straining, it likely belongs under HS-4 9604.

Are there any specific import regulations for HS-4 9604?

Check with your local customs authority for any specific import regulations, as they may vary by country.

HS-4 · Heading

9604 — Hand sieves and hand riddles

Chapter 96: Miscellaneous manufactured articles

Plain-language overview

Use HS-4 9604 when importing hand sieves and hand riddles, such as those used in kitchens for straining or sifting flour. This code applies to tools designed for manual use, typically made of metal or plastic mesh.

When distinguishing between HS-6 960400 for hand sieves and riddles, consider the material and design. If your product is a simple mesh strainer, it falls under this classification. However, if it has a more complex structure or additional features, you may need to look at other codes.

Ensure your product does not overlap with items in nearby headings, such as those classified under HS-4 9603 for brooms or brushes. The key difference lies in the function; if it’s primarily for sifting or straining, stick with HS-4 9604.

Keywords & topics

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

hand sieves · hand riddles · import hand sieves · HS-4 9604 · sifting tools · manual strainers · kitchen tools · mesh strainers · classification of sieves · riddles for gardening · metal sieves · plastic hand riddles

Examples

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

Metal hand sieve for baking
Plastic riddle for gardening soil
Fine mesh strainer for cooking
Coarse hand sieve for separating grains
Hand-held sifter for powdered sugar
Riddle used in construction for sand

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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 products fall under HS-4 9604?: HS-4 9604 covers hand sieves and hand riddles, primarily used for sifting or straining materials manually.
Can I use HS-4 9604 for electric strainers?: No, HS-4 9604 is strictly for manual tools. Electric strainers would fall under a different classification.
What materials are typically used for hand sieves?: Hand sieves can be made from various materials, including metal, plastic, or wood, as long as they are designed for manual use.
How do I ensure my product is classified correctly?: Review the product's primary function and material. If it’s primarily for sifting or straining, it likely belongs under HS-4 9604.
Are there any specific import regulations for HS-4 9604?: Check with your local customs authority for any specific import regulations, as they may vary by country.