HS Code for Jet bridge

Jet bridges, or passenger boarding bridges, are classified under HS code 8479.71. This classification is situated within Chapter 84, which encompasses machinery and mechanical appliances. Heading 8479 is a "basket" category for machines that have individual functions but are not specified or included elsewhere in the chapter. Because a jet bridge is a complex mechanical system involving telescopic walkways, hydraulic or electric elevation systems, and sophisticated sensors to interface with aircraft, it is treated as a machine rather than a static structure. The specific subheading 8479.71 was created to provide a dedicated classification for these airport-specific appliances. The classification is determined by the mechanical utility of the bridge, which provides a mobile, adjustable, and controlled environment for passenger movement, distinguishing it from simple gangways or fixed architectural elements.

Products Included

• Telescopic passenger boarding bridges
• Mobile airport walkways for aircraft boarding
• Apron drive jet bridges
• Pedestal-mounted boarding bridges
• Hydraulic passenger bridges for airport terminals

Common Misclassification

Jet bridges are often misclassified under HS code 7308.90, which covers structures and parts of structures of iron or steel. While they are made of steel, their mechanical function as a machine takes precedence over their identity as a structure. They are also sometimes confused with 8428.90, which covers other lifting or handling machinery. However, 8479.71 is the more specific provision for airport boarding bridges and must be used according to GRI 3(a), which requires the most specific description.

FAQ

What is the HS code for jet bridge?

The HS code for a jet bridge (passenger boarding bridge) used in airports is 8479.71.

Does this code include the stairs attached to the bridge?

If the stairs are an integral part of the mechanical boarding bridge system, they are included under 8479.71. Standalone maintenance stairs are usually classified elsewhere, such as 7326.