HS Code Subheading

Electrical machines and apparatus; parts of the electrical goods of heading no. 8543

8543.90 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 854390

This HS code is dedicated to parts of the electrical goods classified under heading 8543. This includes components for electronic cigarettes (8543.40) and a wide array of other specialized electrical apparatus (8543.70). The global trade in these parts is fundamental to the manufacturing and repair supply chains of the finished products. Importers are typically assembly plants, repair centers, or distributors of electronic components, while exporters are specialized component manufacturers. The trade volume is substantial, reflecting the globalized nature of electronics production. Accurate classification requires ensuring the parts are identifiable as solely or principally for use with apparatus of heading 8543, distinguishing them from general-purpose electronic components.

Products Under This Code

E-cigarette coils, vape device batteries, atomizer heads, electronic circuit boards for specialized apparatus, housing for signal generators, display screens for interactive whiteboards, sensors for metal detectors

Real World Examples

JUUL pods (empty), SMOK coils, Fluke test leads, Garrett search coils, Promethean stylus pens

Common Misclassification

Parts are frequently misclassified as the complete apparatus (e.g., a vape coil as an e-cigarette) or as general electronic components (e.g., 8538 for parts of 8535-8537) if their specific use for 8543 apparatus is not clearly identified.

Related Codes

8543.10 Electrical machines and apparatus; particle accelerators 8543.20 Electrical machines and apparatus; signal generators 8543.30 Electrical machines and apparatus; for electroplating, electrolysis or electrophoresis 8543.40 Electrical machines and apparatus; electronic cigarettes and similar personal electric vaporising devices 8543.70 Electrical machines and apparatus; having individual functions, not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter, n.e.c. in heading no. 8543

Industry

This code belongs to the Electronics & Electrical Equipment industry.

Trade Overview

China dominates the export of electronic parts, with manufacturing hubs in Asia and Europe being major importers for assembly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 854390?

HS code 854390 covers: Electrical machines and apparatus; parts of the electrical goods of heading no. 8543. This HS code is dedicated to parts of the electrical goods classified under heading 8543. This includes components for electronic cigarettes (8543.40) and a wide array of other specialized electrical apparatus (8543.70). The global trade in these parts is fundamental to the manufacturing and repair supply chains of the finished products. Importers are typically assembly plants, repair centers, or distributors of electronic components, while exporters are specialized component manufacturers. The trade volume is substantial, reflecting the globalized nature of electronics production. Accurate classification requires ensuring the parts are identifiable as solely or principally for use with apparatus of heading 8543, distinguishing them from general-purpose electronic components.

What products fall under HS code 854390?

E-cigarette coils, vape device batteries, atomizer heads, electronic circuit boards for specialized apparatus, housing for signal generators, display screens for interactive whiteboards, sensors for metal detectors

What are common misclassifications for HS code 854390?

Parts are frequently misclassified as the complete apparatus (e.g., a vape coil as an e-cigarette) or as general electronic components (e.g., 8538 for parts of 8535-8537) if their specific use for 8543 apparatus is not clearly identified.

How is HS code 854390 structured?

HS code 854390 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (85) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (43) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (90) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.