HS Code for Heat pump

Heat pumps are classified under HS code 8415.81 when they are part of an air conditioning system that incorporates a reversing valve. This code falls under Chapter 84 (Machinery and Mechanical Appliances) and heading 8415 (Air conditioning machines). The classification is highly technical: 8415.81 is reserved for machines that contain a motor-driven fan and elements for changing the temperature and humidity, including those with a valve for reversal of the cooling/heat cycle (reversible heat pumps). This specific sub-heading is used for units that are not of the window or wall-mounted type (which fall under 8415.10). The presence of the reversing valve is the defining characteristic, as it allows the unit to switch from cooling a space to heating it by reversing the flow of refrigerant. If a heat pump is not designed for air conditioning or lacks a reversing valve, it may fall under different codes within heading 8415 or even heading 8418.

Products Included

• Reversible air-to-air heat pumps
• Split-system heat pump outdoor units
• Multi-split heat pump systems
• Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) systems with heating/cooling cycles

Common Misclassification

The most common misclassification is HS code 8418.61, which covers heat pumps other than air conditioning machines of heading 8415. The distinction lies in the application: if the device is designed to control the environment for human comfort (air conditioning), it belongs in 8415.81. If it is used for industrial heating or water heating, it belongs in 8418.61. Another error is using 8415.82, which is for units that do not include a reversing valve.

FAQ

What is the HS code for a reversible heat pump?

A reversible heat pump used for air conditioning is classified under HS code 8415.81.

What is the difference between 8415.81 and 8418.61?

8415.81 is for air conditioning heat pumps with reversing valves, while 8418.61 is for other types of heat pumps, such as those used for industrial processes or water heating.