HS Code for Electric iron

Electric smoothing irons are classified under HS code 8516.40. This falls under Chapter 85, which covers electrical machinery and equipment. Heading 8516 is a broad category covering electric instantaneous or storage water heaters, space heating apparatus, and electro-thermic domestic appliances. Within this heading, 8516.40 is a specific provision for electric smoothing irons. This classification is determined by GRI 1, as the heading and subheading explicitly name the product. The classification applies to all types of domestic electric irons, regardless of whether they utilize steam injection or are dry-only models. The essential character of the product is its use of electric resistance heating to warm a base plate for the purpose of smoothing textiles. This code remains consistent for cordless models as well, provided they are electro-thermic appliances intended for domestic use.

Products Included

• Electric steam irons
• Dry electric irons
• Travel irons (electric)
• Cordless electric smoothing irons
• Steam generator irons for domestic use

Common Misclassification

One common area of confusion is between domestic electric irons (8516.40) and industrial ironing machines or presses, which fall under HS code 8451.30. Heading 8451 is for machinery used for washing, cleaning, wringing, drying, or ironing textile yarns or fabrics in an industrial or commercial capacity. If the device is a large-scale steam press used in a professional laundry, it belongs in Chapter 84. Another potential error is using 8516.79 (other electro-thermic appliances). While 8516.79 is a valid residual category, 8516.40 is more specific and must be used according to the principle that specific descriptions override general ones.

FAQ

What is the HS code for electric iron?

The HS code for electric smoothing irons is 8516.40. This includes both steam and dry models used for household purposes.

Are handheld garment steamers classified here?

Handheld garment steamers are often classified under 8516.79 as 'other' electro-thermic appliances, as they lack the smoothing base plate characteristic of an iron under 8516.40.