About HS Code 847621
This HS code covers automatic beverage-vending machines that incorporate heating or refrigerating devices, making them capable of dispensing both hot and cold drinks. These machines are ubiquitous in modern society, found in offices, public transportation hubs, schools, and commercial establishments, offering convenience and a wide selection of beverages. International trade in these machines is driven by urbanization, the growing demand for convenience services, and the expansion of automated retail solutions globally. Importers are typically vending machine operators, large corporations, or hospitality businesses looking to provide self-service beverage options. Exporters are often countries with strong manufacturing capabilities in electronics and industrial equipment. Key aspects of trade include machine reliability, payment system integration, and energy efficiency.
Products Under This Code
Hot coffee vending machines, cold drink dispensers, combination hot/cold beverage machines, automated juice bars, smart beverage vending kiosks, tea vending machines with heating, refrigerated bottled drink dispensers
Real World Examples
Coca-Cola Freestyle machines, Nespresso Professional vending solutions, Lavazza Blue coffee machines, Crane Merchandising Systems (e.g., BevMax series), Fuji Electric hot/cold dispensers
Common Misclassification
Distinct from beverage vending machines without heating/refrigerating devices (847629) and general goods vending machines (847681) due to the specific combination of beverage dispensing and temperature control.
Products Classified Under 8476.21
Industry
This code belongs to the Electronics & Electrical Equipment industry.
Trade Overview
Top importing and exporting countries include those with high consumer demand for convenience and strong manufacturing bases, such as the USA, Japan, China, and Germany.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 847621?
HS code 847621 covers: Machines; automatic beverage-vending machines, incorporating heating or refrigerating devices. This HS code covers automatic beverage-vending machines that incorporate heating or refrigerating devices, making them capable of dispensing both hot and cold drinks. These machines are ubiquitous in modern society, found in offices, public transportation hubs, schools, and commercial establishments, offering convenience and a wide selection of beverages. International trade in these machines is driven by urbanization, the growing demand for convenience services, and the expansion of automated retail solutions globally. Importers are typically vending machine operators, large corporations, or hospitality businesses looking to provide self-service beverage options. Exporters are often countries with strong manufacturing capabilities in electronics and industrial equipment. Key aspects of trade include machine reliability, payment system integration, and energy efficiency.
What products fall under HS code 847621?
Hot coffee vending machines, cold drink dispensers, combination hot/cold beverage machines, automated juice bars, smart beverage vending kiosks, tea vending machines with heating, refrigerated bottled drink dispensers
What are common misclassifications for HS code 847621?
Distinct from beverage vending machines without heating/refrigerating devices (847629) and general goods vending machines (847681) due to the specific combination of beverage dispensing and temperature control.
How is HS code 847621 structured?
HS code 847621 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (84) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (76) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (21) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.