HS Code for Pop-up toaster

The pop-up toaster is classified under HS code 8516.72. This classification is determined by Chapter 85, which encompasses electrical machinery and equipment. Heading 8516 specifically includes electric instantaneous or storage water heaters, immersion heaters, and electro-thermic appliances for domestic use. Within this heading, subheading 8516.72 is explicitly reserved for toasters. The classification is based on the appliance's primary function—toasting bread using electric heating elements—and its intended use in a domestic or household environment. According to the Explanatory Notes to the Harmonized System, these appliances are characterized by their relatively small size and power consumption suitable for home use. The classification remains 8516.72 regardless of the number of slots or the presence of additional features like defrosting or reheating settings, provided the primary function remains toasting. If the toaster were designed for continuous industrial or commercial use, such as in a large-scale bakery or industrial kitchen, it might be classified under heading 8419, but standard consumer pop-up models are strictly 8516.72. The heating elements, typically made of nichrome wire, and the mechanical pop-up mechanism are integral parts of the device classified under this code.

Products Included

• Domestic pop-up toasters
• Automatic slot toasters
• Household sandwich toasters (primarily for toasting)
• 2-slice and 4-slice domestic toasters

Common Misclassification

Pop-up toasters are sometimes misclassified under 8516.60, which covers other ovens, cookers, and cooking plates. However, 8516.72 is a more specific subheading for toasters. They may also be confused with commercial toasters under 8419.81, which are designed for high-volume food preparation in restaurants and are not considered domestic appliances.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Pop-up toaster?

The HS code for a domestic pop-up toaster is 8516.72, which falls under electro-thermic appliances for household use.

Does this code include commercial conveyor toasters?

No, commercial conveyor toasters are generally classified under HS code 8419.81 as they are industrial food preparation equipment rather than domestic appliances.