HS Code Subheading

Machinery; catalytic converters or particulate filters, whether or not combined, for purifying or filtering exhaust gases from internal combustion engines

8421.32 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 842132

This category covers catalytic converters and particulate filters, whether combined or separate, specifically designed for purifying or filtering exhaust gases from internal combustion engines. These devices are critical for environmental protection, playing a key role in reducing harmful emissions from vehicles and industrial engines to meet stringent global air quality standards. The trade is heavily influenced by environmental regulations and technological advancements in emissions control. Importers include automotive manufacturers, aftermarket suppliers, and vehicle repair centers, while exporters are often countries with advanced automotive technology and precious metal processing capabilities. The high value of these products is often linked to the precious metals (platinum, palladium, rhodium) used in their construction.

Products Under This Code

Catalytic converters, diesel particulate filters (DPF), selective catalytic reduction (SCR) systems, exhaust gas purifiers, three-way catalysts, oxidation catalysts, ceramic particulate filters

Real World Examples

MagnaFlow catalytic converters, Walker exhaust systems (with integrated converters), Tenneco DPFs, Johnson Matthey catalysts

Common Misclassification

Could be confused with 842139 (other gas filters) if not specifically for exhaust gases from internal combustion engines, or even parts of exhaust systems in 8708.

Products Classified Under 8421.32

Catalytic converterParticulate filterDPF filter

Related Codes

8421.11 Centrifuges; cream separators 8421.12 Centrifuges; clothes-dryers 8421.19 Centrifuges; n.e.c. in heading no. 8421, including centrifugal dryers (but not clothes-dryers) 8421.21 Machinery; for filtering or purifying water 8421.22 Machinery; for filtering or purifying beverages other than water 8421.23 Machinery; filtering or purifying machinery, oil or petrol filters for internal combustion engines 8421.29 Machinery; for filtering or purifying liquids, n.e.c. in item no. 8421.2 8421.31 Machinery; intake air filters for internal combustion engines 8421.39 Machinery; for filtering or purifying gases, other than intake air filters, catalytic converters or particulate filters for internal combustion engines 8421.91 Centrifuges; parts thereof, including parts for centrifugal dryers

Industry

This code belongs to the Electronics & Electrical Equipment industry.

Trade Overview

Germany, Japan, and USA are key players in the development and trade of these emission control technologies.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 842132?

HS code 842132 covers: Machinery; catalytic converters or particulate filters, whether or not combined, for purifying or filtering exhaust gases from internal combustion engines. This category covers catalytic converters and particulate filters, whether combined or separate, specifically designed for purifying or filtering exhaust gases from internal combustion engines. These devices are critical for environmental protection, playing a key role in reducing harmful emissions from vehicles and industrial engines to meet stringent global air quality standards. The trade is heavily influenced by environmental regulations and technological advancements in emissions control. Importers include automotive manufacturers, aftermarket suppliers, and vehicle repair centers, while exporters are often countries with advanced automotive technology and precious metal processing capabilities. The high value of these products is often linked to the precious metals (platinum, palladium, rhodium) used in their construction.

What products fall under HS code 842132?

Catalytic converters, diesel particulate filters (DPF), selective catalytic reduction (SCR) systems, exhaust gas purifiers, three-way catalysts, oxidation catalysts, ceramic particulate filters

What are common misclassifications for HS code 842132?

Could be confused with 842139 (other gas filters) if not specifically for exhaust gases from internal combustion engines, or even parts of exhaust systems in 8708.

How is HS code 842132 structured?

HS code 842132 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (84) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (21) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (32) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.