HS Code for Beverage purifier

A beverage purifier is classified under HS code 8421.22. This classification falls under heading 8421, which covers centrifuges, including centrifugal dryers, and filtering or purifying machinery and apparatus for liquids or gases. Subheading 8421.22 is specifically reserved for machinery and apparatus for filtering or purifying beverages other than water. This distinction is crucial because water purification equipment is classified separately under 8421.21. Beverage purifiers include equipment used in the wine, beer, and fruit juice industries to remove impurities, clarify the liquid, or ensure microbiological stability. The classification is determined by the specific application of the filtering technology to a beverage medium. The machinery may utilize various technologies, such as membrane filtration, plate and frame filters, or candle filters, provided they are designed for beverage processing. The technical documentation must specify that the equipment is intended for beverage use to justify the use of this subheading over the more general liquid filtering category.

Products Included

• Wine clarification filters
• Beer filtration systems
• Fruit juice purifiers
• Centrifugal beverage clarifiers
• De-aerators for beverages

Common Misclassification

The most frequent error is classifying these machines under 8421.21, which is strictly for the filtering or purifying of water. Another common misclassification is 8421.29, which is the residual category for other liquid filtering equipment. If the machine is a centrifuge used for clarifying beverages, it might be confused with 8421.19, though 8421.22 is more specific for the purification function.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Beverage purifier?

The HS code for machinery used to filter or purify beverages (excluding water) is 8421.22.

Can this code be used for water filters?

No, water filtering and purifying machinery must be classified under HS code 8421.21.