HS Code for Faucet

Faucets are classified under HS code 8481.80. This classification is governed by the function of the product rather than its material composition. Heading 8481 covers taps, cocks, valves, and similar appliances for pipes, boiler shells, tanks, vats, or the like, including thermostatically controlled valves. While faucets are often made of base metals like brass (Chapter 74) or stainless steel (Chapter 73), Note 1 to Section XV (Base Metals) excludes articles of Section XVI (which includes Chapter 84). Therefore, because a faucet is a mechanical appliance used to regulate the flow of fluid, it is classified in Chapter 84. Subheading 8481.80 is the residual category for "other appliances" that are not pressure-reducing valves, valves for oleohydraulic or pneumatic transmissions, check valves, or safety valves. This includes standard household kitchen and bathroom faucets, whether they are single-handle, double-handle, or sensor-operated.

Products Included

• Kitchen sink faucets
• Bathroom lavatory taps
• Mixer valves for showers
• Hose bibbs and outdoor spigots
• Electronic or touchless faucets

Common Misclassification

Faucets are commonly misclassified under HS code 7324.90 (sanitary ware of iron or steel) or 7418.20 (sanitary ware of copper/brass). These codes are intended for the fixtures themselves, such as sinks, washbasins, and baths, rather than the mechanical valves that control water flow. Another error is using 8481.10, which is strictly for pressure-reducing valves, whereas most faucets do not primarily function as pressure reducers but as flow regulators.

FAQ

What is the HS code for a kitchen faucet?

The HS code for a kitchen faucet is 8481.80.

Are sensor-operated faucets classified differently?

No, sensor-operated or automatic faucets are still classified under 8481.80 because their primary function is the regulation of liquid flow via a valve mechanism.