HS Code 9028
Utility Supply and Production Meters
HS code 9028 covers gas, liquid, or electricity supply or production meters, including those for commercial billing and their internal calibrating meters.
HS Code 9028 — Utility Supply and Production Meters
These are the meters used typically by utility companies to measure the consumption of electricity, water, or gas delivered to customers. They include both the standard mechanical dials and modern smart meters.
What's included
- Residential electricity meters
- Municipal water meters
- Industrial gas consumption meters
- Smart utility meters
- Calibration meters for supply lines
What's excluded
- Flow meters for internal use → use
9026(If used to measure flow within a process rather than supply volume for sale, use 9026.) - Tachometers → use
9029(Speed and revolution counters are classified under 9029.)
Common examples
- Prepaid electricity meter
- Turbine water meter for billing
- Diaphragm gas meter
- Digital smart grid meter
Frequently asked questions
Are commercial billing meters different from industrial flow meters?
Yes. 9028 is specifically for measuring the total quantity supplied for billing, whereas 9026 is for measuring the rate of flow or pressure within a system.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 6.5%
- Documentation: Metrological accuracy certifications (like MID in Europe) are often required for products used in legal billing.
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: China, France, Germany
- Top importers: United Kingdom, United States, Brazil
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Key takeaway
Heading 9028 is defined by 'supply' or 'production'—essentially measuring volume for commerce.
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