HS Code Subheading

Spray guns and similar appliances

8424.20 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 842420

This category encompasses spray guns and similar appliances, which are fundamental tools across a multitude of industries for applying liquids or powders in a controlled spray. From automotive painting and industrial coatings to cosmetic application and domestic DIY projects, these devices are in constant demand. International trade involves manufacturers exporting to specialized distributors, hardware retailers, and industrial end-users globally. Key players include both specialized tool manufacturers and general industrial equipment suppliers. Demand is closely tied to manufacturing output, construction activity, and consumer preferences for efficient application methods. Technological advancements often focus on atomization efficiency, ergonomic design, and compatibility with various materials and viscosities.

Products Under This Code

HVLP spray guns, airless paint sprayers, gravity feed spray guns, pressure feed spray guns, powder coating guns, automotive paint guns, texture sprayers

Real World Examples

Graco Contractor PC, DeVilbiss FLG-5, Wagner Flexio 5000, Satajet X 5500, Fuji Semi-PRO 2

Common Misclassification

Often confused with agricultural sprayers (842441, 842449) or industrial cleaning equipment (842430) if the primary function of spraying is for application rather than cleaning or blasting.

Products Classified Under 8424.20

Spray gunPaint sprayerAirbrush

Related Codes

8424.10 Fire extinguishers; whether or not charged 8424.30 Mechanical appliances; steam or sand blasting machines and similar jet projecting machines 8424.41 Mechanical appliances; agricultural or horticultural sprayers; portable sprayers 8424.49 Mechanical appliances; agricultural or horticultural sprayers; other than portable sprayers 8424.82 Mechanical appliances; agricultural or horticultural, n.e.c. in heading 8424 8424.89 Mechanical appliances; for projecting, dispersing or spraying liquids or powders, for other than agricultural or horticultural use, whether or not hand-operated 8424.90 Mechanical appliances; parts of machines projecting, dispersing or spraying liquids or powders, whether or not hand-operated

Industry

This code belongs to the Electronics & Electrical Equipment industry.

Trade Overview

China, Germany, and the USA are significant exporters, with the USA, Germany, and Canada being major importers.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 842420?

HS code 842420 covers: Spray guns and similar appliances. This category encompasses spray guns and similar appliances, which are fundamental tools across a multitude of industries for applying liquids or powders in a controlled spray. From automotive painting and industrial coatings to cosmetic application and domestic DIY projects, these devices are in constant demand. International trade involves manufacturers exporting to specialized distributors, hardware retailers, and industrial end-users globally. Key players include both specialized tool manufacturers and general industrial equipment suppliers. Demand is closely tied to manufacturing output, construction activity, and consumer preferences for efficient application methods. Technological advancements often focus on atomization efficiency, ergonomic design, and compatibility with various materials and viscosities.

What products fall under HS code 842420?

HVLP spray guns, airless paint sprayers, gravity feed spray guns, pressure feed spray guns, powder coating guns, automotive paint guns, texture sprayers

What are common misclassifications for HS code 842420?

Often confused with agricultural sprayers (842441, 842449) or industrial cleaning equipment (842430) if the primary function of spraying is for application rather than cleaning or blasting.

How is HS code 842420 structured?

HS code 842420 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (84) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (24) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (20) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.