HS Code 8479
Specialised Multi-Function Mechanical Appliances
HS code 8479 covers mechanical appliances with individual functions not elsewhere specified, including industrial robots, car washes, and laboratory mixing equi
HS Code 8479 — Specialised Multi-Function Mechanical Appliances
This is a residual 'catch-all' category for machines that have a unique industrial function not covered anywhere else in Chapter 84. It includes diverse equipment from automated car washes to floor polishers and industrial robots with specific applications.
What's included
- Industrial robots for multiple tasks
- Automated car wash equipment
- Floor sweepers and scrubbers (motorised)
- Hydraulic presses for general use
- Oil-well drilling equipment (mechanical parts)
What's excluded
- Machine tools for working metal → use
8456(Specifically listed under headings 8456 to 8466.)
Common examples
- Automatic vehicle wash portal
- Industrial robotic arm for assembly
- Cold-press juicer for industrial use
- Mechanical grease injector
Frequently asked questions
What does 'Individual Function' mean?
It refers to a machine that performs its task independently of any other machine or process, such as a self-contained car wash.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 3%
- Documentation: Requires detailed technical description to prove it doesn't fit into more specific headings in Chapter 84.
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: Germany, Japan, China, United States
- Top importers: United States, Germany, China, Mexico
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Key takeaway
The destination for any machine that is truly unique and lacks a specific subheading elsewhere.
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