HS Code Subheading

Machinery and mechanical appliances; evaporative air coolers

8479.60 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 847960

This HS code specifically covers evaporative air coolers, also known as swamp coolers or desert coolers. These devices operate by drawing warm, dry air over water-saturated pads, causing the water to evaporate and cool the air, which is then circulated into a space. Unlike air conditioners (which use refrigerants and fall under 8415), evaporative coolers are a more energy-efficient and environmentally friendly cooling solution, particularly effective in hot, dry climates. They are widely used in residential, commercial, and industrial settings where humidity levels are low. Key importers are countries with arid or semi-arid regions and a focus on energy conservation, such as India, parts of the Middle East, Australia, and the southwestern USA. Exporters often include manufacturers from China, India, and the USA, who specialize in cost-effective and robust cooling solutions. Trade considerations include cooling capacity, energy efficiency ratings, and suitability for specific climatic conditions.

Products Under This Code

Residential evaporative coolers, Industrial swamp coolers, Portable evaporative coolers, Duct-mounted evaporative coolers, Commercial evaporative cooling units, Window-mounted evaporative coolers, Evaporative cooling pads, Direct evaporative coolers

Real World Examples

Symphony Air Coolers, Portacool portable evaporative coolers, Honeywell evaporative coolers, Bajaj evaporative coolers, Coolair evaporative coolers

Common Misclassification

This code is frequently confused with air conditioning machines (8415) due to both providing cooling. The key distinction is that 847960 uses water evaporation for cooling, while 8415 uses a vapor compression refrigeration cycle with refrigerants.

Products Classified Under 8479.60

Evaporative coolerSwamp coolerAir cooler

Related Codes

8479.10 Machinery and mechanical appliances; for public works, building or the like 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 8479.71 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

India, USA, and Australia are major importers, while China, India, and the USA are leading exporters.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 847960?

HS code 847960 covers: Machinery and mechanical appliances; evaporative air coolers. This HS code specifically covers evaporative air coolers, also known as swamp coolers or desert coolers. These devices operate by drawing warm, dry air over water-saturated pads, causing the water to evaporate and cool the air, which is then circulated into a space. Unlike air conditioners (which use refrigerants and fall under 8415), evaporative coolers are a more energy-efficient and environmentally friendly cooling solution, particularly effective in hot, dry climates. They are widely used in residential, commercial, and industrial settings where humidity levels are low. Key importers are countries with arid or semi-arid regions and a focus on energy conservation, such as India, parts of the Middle East, Australia, and the southwestern USA. Exporters often include manufacturers from China, India, and the USA, who specialize in cost-effective and robust cooling solutions. Trade considerations include cooling capacity, energy efficiency ratings, and suitability for specific climatic conditions.

What products fall under HS code 847960?

Residential evaporative coolers, Industrial swamp coolers, Portable evaporative coolers, Duct-mounted evaporative coolers, Commercial evaporative cooling units, Window-mounted evaporative coolers, Evaporative cooling pads, Direct evaporative coolers

What are common misclassifications for HS code 847960?

This code is frequently confused with air conditioning machines (8415) due to both providing cooling. The key distinction is that 847960 uses water evaporation for cooling, while 8415 uses a vapor compression refrigeration cycle with refrigerants.

How is HS code 847960 structured?

HS code 847960 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 (60) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.