HS Code Subheading

Refrigerators; household, electric or not, other than compression-type

8418.29 Subheading
Section XVI — Machinery and mechanical appliances; electrical equipment; parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers, television image and sound recorders and reproducers, and parts and accessories of such articles

About HS Code 841829

This code covers household refrigerators that do not use a compression system, such as absorption or thermoelectric refrigerators. These are often found in niche applications like RVs, hotel rooms, or off-grid homes where silent operation or specific power sources (like propane) are preferred over traditional compressor-based units. International trade in these appliances involves manufacturers specializing in alternative cooling technologies, with significant demand from leisure vehicle industries, hospitality sectors, and regions with unreliable electricity grids. Importers often seek energy-efficient models or those compatible with diverse power inputs. Exporters, primarily from countries with strong manufacturing capabilities in specialized appliances, focus on durability and specific market requirements. Key considerations include energy consumption, cooling efficiency, and the type of refrigerant or cooling method employed, as these impact environmental regulations and consumer preferences.

Products Under This Code

Absorption refrigerators, Thermoelectric mini-fridges, Propane refrigerators, RV refrigerators, Portable absorption coolers, Silent hotel mini-bars, Gas-powered camping fridges

Real World Examples

Dometic RV refrigerators, Norcold absorption refrigerators, Smeg mini-bars (some models), Engel thermoelectric coolers, Alpicool portable fridges

Common Misclassification

This code is often confused with 841821 (compression-type household refrigerators) due to the general "household refrigerator" description, but the key differentiator is the cooling technology. It might also be mistaken for 841869 if the "household" aspect is overlooked for specialized non-compression units.

Products Classified Under 8418.29

Absorption refrigerator

Related Codes

8418.10 Refrigerators and freezers; combined refrigerator-freezers, fitted with separate external doors, electric or other 8418.21 Refrigerators; for household use, compression-type, electric or other 8418.30 Freezers; of the chest type, not exceeding 800l capacity 8418.40 Freezers; of the upright type, not exceeding 900l capacity 8418.50 Furniture incorporating refrigerating or freezing equipment; for storage and display, n.e.c. in item no. 8418.1, 8418.2, 8418.3 or 8418.4 (chests, cabinets, display counters, show-cases and the like) 8418.61 Heat pumps; other than air conditioning machines of heading no. 8415 8418.69 Refrigerating or freezing equipment; n.e.c. in heading no. 8418 8418.91 Refrigerating or freezing equipment; parts, furniture designed to receive refrigerating or freezing equipment 8418.99 Refrigerating or freezing equipment; parts thereof, other than furniture

Industry

This code belongs to the Electronics & Electrical Equipment industry.

Trade Overview

Germany, China, and the USA are significant players in both manufacturing and trade of these specialized refrigeration units.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 841829?

HS code 841829 covers: Refrigerators; household, electric or not, other than compression-type. This code covers household refrigerators that do not use a compression system, such as absorption or thermoelectric refrigerators. These are often found in niche applications like RVs, hotel rooms, or off-grid homes where silent operation or specific power sources (like propane) are preferred over traditional compressor-based units. International trade in these appliances involves manufacturers specializing in alternative cooling technologies, with significant demand from leisure vehicle industries, hospitality sectors, and regions with unreliable electricity grids. Importers often seek energy-efficient models or those compatible with diverse power inputs. Exporters, primarily from countries with strong manufacturing capabilities in specialized appliances, focus on durability and specific market requirements. Key considerations include energy consumption, cooling efficiency, and the type of refrigerant or cooling method employed, as these impact environmental regulations and consumer preferences.

What products fall under HS code 841829?

Absorption refrigerators, Thermoelectric mini-fridges, Propane refrigerators, RV refrigerators, Portable absorption coolers, Silent hotel mini-bars, Gas-powered camping fridges

What are common misclassifications for HS code 841829?

This code is often confused with 841821 (compression-type household refrigerators) due to the general "household refrigerator" description, but the key differentiator is the cooling technology. It might also be mistaken for 841869 if the "household" aspect is overlooked for specialized non-compression units.

How is HS code 841829 structured?

HS code 841829 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (84) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (18) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (29) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.