What is HS code 853080 used for?
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HS-6 · Subheading
Signalling, safety or traffic control equipment; for roads, inland waterways, parking facilities, port installations or airfields (excluding those of heading no. 8608)
Heading 8530 — Signalling, safety or traffic control equipment; for railways, tramways, roads, inland waterways, parking facilities, port installations, airfields, excluding those of heading no. 8608
Chapter 85: Electrical machinery and equipment
Use HS-6 853080 when importing or exporting signaling or safety equipment designed for roads, parking facilities, or airfields. For example, if you're shipping traffic light control systems, this code is applicable.
This code specifically covers signaling and safety equipment, such as traffic lights and road signs, that do not fall under the railway or tramway categories. If your product is a signaling device for railways, you would need to look at a different classification.
In contrast, HS-6 853081 includes signaling equipment specifically for railways, while HS-6 853089 encompasses other types of signaling devices not specified elsewhere. Make sure to choose the right code based on the intended use and installation location of your equipment.
When dealing with this code, it's essential to understand the specific application of your equipment. For instance, equipment used for airfield lighting systems would also fit under this classification.
Useful terms traders and brokers use for this HS-6 subheading.
traffic control equipment · signaling devices · safety equipment for roads · airfield lighting systems · parking facility signals · inland waterway signals · road signs · electronic displays · LED traffic signals · automated toll systems · construction warning signs · runway lighting
Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-6 subheading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.
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Use this as a comparison hint, then confirm the final decision with legal notes and country-specific rules.
Use this as a comparison hint, then confirm the final decision with legal notes and country-specific rules.
Use this as a comparison hint, then confirm the final decision with legal notes and country-specific rules.
Use this as a comparison hint, then confirm the final decision with legal notes and country-specific rules.
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