HS Code for Electric hair trimmer

Electric hair trimmers are classified under HS code 8510.20. This classification is governed by Heading 8510, which covers shavers, hair clippers, and hair-removing appliances with a self-contained electric motor. Subheading 8510.20 specifically addresses "hair clippers." In the context of the Harmonized System, hair trimmers are considered a type of hair clipper because they function by cutting hair between two sets of teeth, one of which reciprocates. This applies to devices intended for human hair (beards, mustaches, sideburns) as well as those intended for shearing animals. The inclusion of various attachments, such as comb guards of different lengths, does not alter the classification. The primary component is the motorized cutting head. Whether the device is marketed as a "trimmer," "clipper," or "groomer," if its primary mechanical action is clipping hair via an electric motor, it belongs in 8510.20. This code also covers specialized trimmers for nose and ear hair, provided they utilize the same motorized clipping mechanism.

Products Included

• Beard and mustache trimmers
• Professional hair clippers
• Nose and ear hair trimmers
• Electric pet grooming clippers

Common Misclassification

The most frequent misclassification is with HS code 8510.10, which is specifically for shavers. Shavers use a foil or rotary cutter to shear hair at the skin level, whereas clippers/trimmers use a comb-like oscillating blade. Another misclassification is 8214.90, which covers non-electric hair clippers. If the device has a motor, it must be in Chapter 85, not Chapter 82.

FAQ

What is the HS code for electric hair trimmer?

The HS code for electric hair trimmers is 8510.20, categorized under hair clippers with a self-contained electric motor.

Are animal hair clippers classified under the same code?

Yes, HS code 8510.20 covers hair clippers for both human use and for shearing animals, such as dogs or sheep, provided they are motorized.