HS Code for Upright freezer

Upright freezers are classified under HS code 8418.40, which falls within Chapter 84 of the Harmonized System. This chapter covers nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery, and mechanical appliances. Heading 8418 specifically deals with refrigerators, freezers, and other refrigerating or freezing equipment. The subheading 8418.40 is dedicated to freezers of the upright type with a capacity not exceeding 900 liters. The classification logic relies on the orientation of the unit and its storage volume. An upright freezer is defined by its vertical configuration, typically featuring a front-opening door, as opposed to a chest freezer which opens from the top. The 900-liter threshold is a critical technical parameter; units exceeding this capacity may be classified as industrial equipment under different subheadings. This classification applies to both domestic household units and smaller commercial models used in laboratories or food service, provided they meet the vertical design and capacity criteria. The distinction is vital for applying energy efficiency standards and import tariffs.

Products Included

• Domestic upright freezers for kitchen use
• Small commercial vertical freezers under 900L
• Frost-free upright freezer units
• Laboratory upright freezers for sample storage
• Compact vertical freezer units

Common Misclassification

Upright freezers are often confused with chest freezers, which are classified under 8418.30. Another common error is using 8418.10, which is reserved for combined refrigerator-freezers with separate external doors. If the unit is a display freezer with a glass door used in retail, it might be classified under 8418.50.

FAQ

What is the HS code for upright freezer?

The HS code for an upright freezer with a capacity not exceeding 900 liters is 8418.40.

What if the freezer capacity is over 900 liters?

Freezers exceeding 900 liters are generally classified under 8418.69 as other refrigerating or freezing equipment, as they are considered industrial scale.