HS Code Subheading

Machinery and mechanical appliances; for public works, building or the like

8479.10 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 847910

This broad HS code covers machinery and mechanical appliances primarily used for public works, building, or similar civil engineering applications. This includes a diverse range of specialized equipment essential for infrastructure development, road construction, concrete mixing, and various site preparation tasks, provided they are not classified more specifically elsewhere (e.g., earthmoving under 8429). These machines are crucial for urban expansion, large-scale construction projects, and maintaining public infrastructure globally. International trade is heavily influenced by government spending on infrastructure, economic development, and urbanization trends. Importers include construction companies, government agencies, and equipment rental firms, seeking robust and efficient heavy machinery. Exporters often offer advanced, durable, and increasingly automated equipment.

Products Under This Code

Road rollers, asphalt pavers, concrete mixers (non-truck mounted), road marking machines, pile drivers, trenching machines (non-excavator type), stationary concrete pumps, vibratory compactors

Real World Examples

Wirtgen Asphalt Pavers, Bomag Road Rollers, Putzmeister Concrete Pumps, Caterpillar (specific non-8429 items), Liebherr (specific non-8429 items)

Common Misclassification

Frequently confused with 8429 (earthmoving machinery like excavators, bulldozers) or 8426 (cranes), but 847910 covers other specialized construction equipment. Also, 847989 (other specific function machines) if not clearly for public works/building.

Products Classified Under 8479.10

Construction machineryBuilding machineryPublic works equipment

Related Codes

8479.20 Machinery; for the extraction or preparation of animal or fixed vegetable or microbial fats or oils 8479.30 Machinery and mechanical appliances; presses for the manufacture of particle or fibre building board of wood or other ligneous materials and other machinery for treating wood or cork 8479.40 Machines; for making rope or cable 8479.50 Machinery and mechanical appliances; industrial robots, n.e.c. or included 8479.60 Machinery and mechanical appliances; evaporative air coolers 8479.71 Machinery and mechanical appliances; passenger boarding bridges, of a kind used in airports 8479.79 Machinery and mechanical appliances; passenger boarding bridges, other than of a kind used in airports 8479.81 Machines and mechanical appliances; for treating metal, including electric wire coil-winders 8479.82 Machines; for mixing, kneading, crushing, grinding, screening, sifting, homogenising, emulsifying or stirring 8479.83 Machines and mechanical appliances; cold isostatic presses

Industry

This code belongs to the Electronics & Electrical Equipment industry.

Trade Overview

China, Germany, and Japan are leading exporters, while the USA, India, and various developing nations are major importers due to infrastructure projects.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 847910?

HS code 847910 covers: Machinery and mechanical appliances; for public works, building or the like. This broad HS code covers machinery and mechanical appliances primarily used for public works, building, or similar civil engineering applications. This includes a diverse range of specialized equipment essential for infrastructure development, road construction, concrete mixing, and various site preparation tasks, provided they are not classified more specifically elsewhere (e.g., earthmoving under 8429). These machines are crucial for urban expansion, large-scale construction projects, and maintaining public infrastructure globally. International trade is heavily influenced by government spending on infrastructure, economic development, and urbanization trends. Importers include construction companies, government agencies, and equipment rental firms, seeking robust and efficient heavy machinery. Exporters often offer advanced, durable, and increasingly automated equipment.

What products fall under HS code 847910?

Road rollers, asphalt pavers, concrete mixers (non-truck mounted), road marking machines, pile drivers, trenching machines (non-excavator type), stationary concrete pumps, vibratory compactors

What are common misclassifications for HS code 847910?

Frequently confused with 8429 (earthmoving machinery like excavators, bulldozers) or 8426 (cranes), but 847910 covers other specialized construction equipment. Also, 847989 (other specific function machines) if not clearly for public works/building.

How is HS code 847910 structured?

HS code 847910 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (84) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (79) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.