HS Code for Induction furnace

Induction furnaces are classified under HS code 8514.20. This code is situated in Chapter 85, which covers electrical machinery and equipment. Heading 8514 is dedicated to industrial or laboratory electric furnaces and ovens. The subheading 8514.20 specifically identifies equipment that functions by induction or dielectric loss. Classification is driven by the primary heating technology—electromagnetic induction—and the intended environment, which must be industrial or laboratory-based. These machines utilize high-frequency alternating current passed through a coil to create a magnetic field, inducing eddy currents in conductive materials to generate heat. Because the classification is specific to the heating method, it excludes furnaces that rely on electric resistance or infrared radiation. It is essential to distinguish these heavy-duty industrial units from domestic appliances, as the latter are classified based on their consumer-grade specifications and intended use in a household setting.

Products Included

• Industrial induction melting furnaces
• Vacuum induction furnaces (VIM)
• Channel induction furnaces
• Coreless induction furnaces
• Dielectric loss ovens for industrial use
• Laboratory-scale induction furnaces

Common Misclassification

A frequent misclassification occurs with HS code 8514.10, which is reserved for resistance-heated furnaces. While both are electric, the heating mechanism is fundamentally different. Another error involves HS code 8417, which covers industrial furnaces and ovens that are non-electric (such as gas or oil-fired). Furthermore, domestic induction cooktops must not be classified here; they belong under HS code 8516.60 as domestic cooking appliances.

FAQ

What is the HS code for induction furnace?

The HS code for industrial or laboratory induction furnaces is 8514.20.

Are induction heaters for hardening classified here?

Generally, no. If the equipment is for heat treatment but is not a furnace or oven, it is classified under 8514.40.