HS Code Subheading

Elevators and conveyors; pneumatic

8428.20 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 842820

This HS code specifically covers pneumatic elevators and conveyors. These systems utilize air pressure or vacuum to transport bulk materials such as powders, granules, and pellets through enclosed pipelines. They are widely employed across various industries including food processing, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, plastics, and agriculture, where hygiene, dust control, and efficient material transfer are paramount. International trade involves specialized industrial equipment manufacturers exporting to processing plants and manufacturing facilities globally. Key considerations for trade include system capacity, material compatibility, energy consumption, and compliance with industry-specific cleanliness standards. Their role is critical in automating and optimizing the handling of dry bulk goods.

Products Under This Code

Pneumatic conveyor, vacuum conveyor, dilute phase conveying system, dense phase conveying system, pneumatic tube system, air slide conveyor, pneumatic feeder

Real World Examples

Schenck Process pneumatic conveying, Coperion K-Tron pneumatic conveying, Palamatic Process vacuum conveyors, Aerocom pneumatic tube systems

Common Misclassification

Could be confused with other types of conveyors under 84283X (e.g., belt conveyors) if the 'pneumatic' method of transport is not specifically identified.

Products Classified Under 8428.20

Pneumatic conveyorVacuum conveyor

Related Codes

8428.10 Lifts and skip hoists 8428.31 Elevators and conveyors; continuous-action, for goods and materials, specially designed for underground use, n.e.c. in item no. 8428.20 8428.32 Elevators and conveyors; continuous-action, for goods or materials, bucket type, n.e.c. in item no. 8428.20 or 8428.31 8428.33 Elevators and conveyors; continuous-action, for goods or materials, belt type, n.e.c. in item no. 8428.20 or 8428.31 8428.39 Elevators and conveyors; continuous-action, for goods or materials, n.e.c. in item no. 8428.20, 8428.31, 8428.32 or 8428.33 8428.40 Escalators and moving walkways 8428.60 Teleferics, chair-lifts, ski-draglines, traction mechanisms for funiculars 8428.70 Industrial robots 8428.90 Lifting, handling, loading or unloading machinery; n.e.c. in heading no. 8425, 8426, 8427 or 8428

Industry

This code belongs to the Electronics & Electrical Equipment industry.

Trade Overview

Germany, USA, and Japan are major exporters; China, India, and Brazil are significant importers for industrial automation and processing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 842820?

HS code 842820 covers: Elevators and conveyors; pneumatic. This HS code specifically covers pneumatic elevators and conveyors. These systems utilize air pressure or vacuum to transport bulk materials such as powders, granules, and pellets through enclosed pipelines. They are widely employed across various industries including food processing, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, plastics, and agriculture, where hygiene, dust control, and efficient material transfer are paramount. International trade involves specialized industrial equipment manufacturers exporting to processing plants and manufacturing facilities globally. Key considerations for trade include system capacity, material compatibility, energy consumption, and compliance with industry-specific cleanliness standards. Their role is critical in automating and optimizing the handling of dry bulk goods.

What products fall under HS code 842820?

Pneumatic conveyor, vacuum conveyor, dilute phase conveying system, dense phase conveying system, pneumatic tube system, air slide conveyor, pneumatic feeder

What are common misclassifications for HS code 842820?

Could be confused with other types of conveyors under 84283X (e.g., belt conveyors) if the 'pneumatic' method of transport is not specifically identified.

How is HS code 842820 structured?

HS code 842820 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (84) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (28) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (20) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.