HS Code 8516

Electro-Thermic Domestic and Heating Appliances

HS code 8516 is for electric water and space heaters, hair-dressing apparatus, hand dryers, electric irons, and various electro-thermic domestic appliances like

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HS Code 8516 — Electro-Thermic Domestic and Heating Appliances

This is a broad category for electric devices that generate heat for home use. It includes water heaters, space heaters, hair dryers, and electric irons, as well as kitchen appliances like coffee makers, toasters, and microwave ovens.

What's included

  • Electric water heaters
  • Hair dryers (blow dryers)
  • Electric irons
  • Microwave ovens
  • Coffee and tea makers

What's excluded

  • Electric blankets → use 6301 (Bed linen and blankets, even electric, are textile articles.)

Common examples

  • Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer
  • Nespresso Coffee Machine
  • De'Longhi Oil Filled Radiator
  • Samsung Countertop Microwave

Frequently asked questions

Do electric ovens for industrial use go here?

No, industrial or laboratory ovens are classified under 8514.

Trade & shipping notes

  • Typical duty range: 0% - 5%
  • Documentation: Often subject to energy efficiency labelling requirements (e.g., EU Energy Label).
  • Typical shipping mode: LCL
  • Top exporters: China, Italy, Germany
  • Top importers: United States, Germany, United Kingdom

Key takeaway

The primary heading for all thermal household electronics; very high volume for eCommerce and retail.

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