HS Code Subheading

Office machines; duplicating machines

8472.10 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 847210

HS 847210 specifically covers duplicating machines used in office environments, playing a crucial role in document reproduction for businesses, educational institutions, and government agencies. This category includes a range of devices designed to create multiple copies of existing documents efficiently. Importers and exporters primarily consist of office equipment manufacturers, distributors, and retailers. Key aspects of this trade include the ongoing shift from analog to digital duplication technologies, the demand for high-speed and high-volume copying solutions, and the integration of duplicating functions into multi-function devices. The market is driven by the need for cost-effective and reliable document reproduction.

Products Under This Code

Photocopiers, digital duplicators, stencil duplicators, spirit duplicators, thermal copiers, multifunction printers with strong copy focus

Real World Examples

Xerox AltaLink C8170, Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE DX C5870i, Ricoh IM C6000, Konica Minolta bizhub C650i

Common Misclassification

This code can be confused with 8443 (printing machinery) if the machine has advanced printing capabilities, but 847210 focuses on 'duplicating' existing documents. It's also distinct from 847290 (other office machines) which is a general category.

Products Classified Under 8472.10

Duplicator

Related Codes

8472.30 Office machines; for sorting or folding mail or for inserting mail in envelopes or bands, machines for opening, closing or sealing mail and machines for affixing or cancelling postage stamps 8472.90 Office machines; not elsewhere classified

Industry

This code belongs to the Electronics & Electrical Equipment industry.

Trade Overview

China, Japan, the United States, and Germany are major players in the import and export of duplicating machines.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 847210?

HS code 847210 covers: Office machines; duplicating machines. HS 847210 specifically covers duplicating machines used in office environments, playing a crucial role in document reproduction for businesses, educational institutions, and government agencies. This category includes a range of devices designed to create multiple copies of existing documents efficiently. Importers and exporters primarily consist of office equipment manufacturers, distributors, and retailers. Key aspects of this trade include the ongoing shift from analog to digital duplication technologies, the demand for high-speed and high-volume copying solutions, and the integration of duplicating functions into multi-function devices. The market is driven by the need for cost-effective and reliable document reproduction.

What products fall under HS code 847210?

Photocopiers, digital duplicators, stencil duplicators, spirit duplicators, thermal copiers, multifunction printers with strong copy focus

What are common misclassifications for HS code 847210?

This code can be confused with 8443 (printing machinery) if the machine has advanced printing capabilities, but 847210 focuses on 'duplicating' existing documents. It's also distinct from 847290 (other office machines) which is a general category.

How is HS code 847210 structured?

HS code 847210 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (84) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (72) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.