HS Code Subheading

Machinery; for filtering or purifying gases, other than intake air filters, catalytic converters or particulate filters for internal combustion engines

8421.39 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 842139

This HS code is a broad residual category for machinery used in filtering or purifying gases, excluding intake air filters, catalytic converters, or particulate filters for internal combustion engines. This encompasses a vast array of industrial, commercial, and medical gas filtration systems. Products under this code are essential for maintaining air quality in manufacturing facilities, cleanrooms, hospitals, and HVAC systems, as well as for purifying process gases in various industries. Importers include industrial plants, HVAC contractors, medical facilities, and specialized equipment distributors. Exporters are typically countries with strong industrial manufacturing bases and expertise in environmental control technologies, reflecting the diverse applications and critical importance of clean air and gas in modern society.

Products Under This Code

HEPA filters, industrial dust collectors, compressed air filters, gas scrubbers, fume extractors, activated carbon gas filters, cleanroom air filters, baghouse filters

Real World Examples

Camfil air filters, AAF Flanders HEPA filters, Donaldson industrial filtration systems, Parker Hannifin compressed air filters

Common Misclassification

This is a residual category, so it's often confused with more specific gas filters like 842131 (engine air filters) or 842132 (exhaust filters) if the specific application is overlooked.

Products Classified Under 8421.39

Gas filterIndustrial air purifier

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 8421.32 Machinery; catalytic converters or particulate filters, whether or not combined, for purifying or filtering exhaust gases from 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

China, USA, and Germany are major global hubs for the manufacturing and trade of diverse gas filtration machinery.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 842139?

HS code 842139 covers: Machinery; for filtering or purifying gases, other than intake air filters, catalytic converters or particulate filters for internal combustion engines. This HS code is a broad residual category for machinery used in filtering or purifying gases, excluding intake air filters, catalytic converters, or particulate filters for internal combustion engines. This encompasses a vast array of industrial, commercial, and medical gas filtration systems. Products under this code are essential for maintaining air quality in manufacturing facilities, cleanrooms, hospitals, and HVAC systems, as well as for purifying process gases in various industries. Importers include industrial plants, HVAC contractors, medical facilities, and specialized equipment distributors. Exporters are typically countries with strong industrial manufacturing bases and expertise in environmental control technologies, reflecting the diverse applications and critical importance of clean air and gas in modern society.

What products fall under HS code 842139?

HEPA filters, industrial dust collectors, compressed air filters, gas scrubbers, fume extractors, activated carbon gas filters, cleanroom air filters, baghouse filters

What are common misclassifications for HS code 842139?

This is a residual category, so it's often confused with more specific gas filters like 842131 (engine air filters) or 842132 (exhaust filters) if the specific application is overlooked.

How is HS code 842139 structured?

HS code 842139 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 (39) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.