HS Code Subheading

Refrigerating or freezing equipment; parts thereof, other than furniture

8418.99 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 841899

This "other parts" category for refrigerating or freezing equipment covers all components not specifically classified elsewhere in heading 8418, and explicitly excludes the furniture designed to receive such equipment (which is 841891). This includes a vast array of internal mechanical, electrical, and electronic parts essential for the function of refrigerators, freezers, and other cooling apparatus. Examples range from compressors, condensers, evaporators, and thermostats to fans, control boards, and seals. International trade in these parts is fundamental to the global refrigeration industry's supply chain, supporting both original equipment manufacturing (OEM) and the aftermarket for repairs and maintenance. Exporters are often specialized component manufacturers, while importers include appliance assemblers, service providers, and distributors. Key trade considerations involve technical specifications, quality control, compatibility with various models, and adherence to environmental regulations concerning refrigerants and materials.

Products Under This Code

Compressors, Condensers, Evaporators, Thermostats, Refrigerant valves, Fans for refrigeration units, Control boards, Door gaskets, Refrigerant tubing

Real World Examples

Danfoss compressors, Embraco compressors, Tecumseh compressors, Copeland scroll compressors, Ranco thermostats, Dixell controllers

Common Misclassification

This code is often confused with 841891 if the part is a structural component that could be considered "furniture-like" but isn't explicitly designed to *receive* the equipment. It's also sometimes mistaken for parts of other machinery (e.g., 8414 for fans or 8537 for control panels) if their specific use in refrigeration is not clearly identified.

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 8418.29 Refrigerators; household, electric or not, other than compression-type 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

Industry

This code belongs to the Electronics & Electrical Equipment industry.

Trade Overview

China, Germany, and the USA are major exporters of these diverse refrigeration components, serving a global manufacturing and repair market.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 841899?

HS code 841899 covers: Refrigerating or freezing equipment; parts thereof, other than furniture. This "other parts" category for refrigerating or freezing equipment covers all components not specifically classified elsewhere in heading 8418, and explicitly excludes the furniture designed to receive such equipment (which is 841891). This includes a vast array of internal mechanical, electrical, and electronic parts essential for the function of refrigerators, freezers, and other cooling apparatus. Examples range from compressors, condensers, evaporators, and thermostats to fans, control boards, and seals. International trade in these parts is fundamental to the global refrigeration industry's supply chain, supporting both original equipment manufacturing (OEM) and the aftermarket for repairs and maintenance. Exporters are often specialized component manufacturers, while importers include appliance assemblers, service providers, and distributors. Key trade considerations involve technical specifications, quality control, compatibility with various models, and adherence to environmental regulations concerning refrigerants and materials.

What products fall under HS code 841899?

Compressors, Condensers, Evaporators, Thermostats, Refrigerant valves, Fans for refrigeration units, Control boards, Door gaskets, Refrigerant tubing

What are common misclassifications for HS code 841899?

This code is often confused with 841891 if the part is a structural component that could be considered "furniture-like" but isn't explicitly designed to *receive* the equipment. It's also sometimes mistaken for parts of other machinery (e.g., 8414 for fans or 8537 for control panels) if their specific use in refrigeration is not clearly identified.

How is HS code 841899 structured?

HS code 841899 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 (99) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.