HS Code for Charcoal grill

Charcoal grills are classified under HS code 7321.19, which pertains to non-electric cooking appliances and plate warmers made of iron or steel, specifically designed for solid fuel. The classification is determined by the fuel source and the material of construction. Since charcoal is a solid fuel, these grills are distinguished from gas-operated or liquid-fuel appliances. The heading 7321 covers a wide range of domestic appliances that are not powered by electricity. The sub-classification .19 is a residual category for appliances using fuels other than gas or liquid, making it the correct destination for charcoal-burning equipment used for outdoor or indoor cooking. These items are typically constructed from cast iron, stainless steel, or enameled steel. The classification remains the same whether the grill is a small portable unit, a large kettle-style grill, or a built-in unit, provided it is designed for domestic use and utilizes solid fuel like charcoal or wood briquettes.

Products Included

• Kettle-style charcoal grills
• Ceramic kamado-style grills
• Portable charcoal camping stoves
• Charcoal smokers (domestic)
• Hibachi-style cast iron grills

Common Misclassification

Charcoal grills are often confused with gas grills, which are classified under 7321.11. The distinction is based solely on the burner type and fuel source. Another common error is classifying electric grills or smokers under this code; electric cooking appliances belong in 8516.60. Large industrial-sized grills used in restaurants may also be excluded from 7321 and classified under 8419.81 if they are not considered "domestic" appliances.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Charcoal grill?

The HS code for a domestic charcoal grill made of iron or steel is 7321.19.

Does a grill that uses both charcoal and gas have a different code?

Dual-fuel grills are generally classified under 7321.11 if the gas component is considered the primary cooking method, or based on General Rule of Interpretation 3(c) which favors the heading that occurs last in numerical order.