Chapter 84 is a core chapter in the HS classification system, covering various machines, mechanical appliances and their parts, including power machinery, pumps, fans, refrigeration equipment, office machinery, etc. Goods in this chapter generally have mechanical motion characteristics and are used for energy conversion, material handling or processing. Table fans, pedestal fans, and wall fans, as air circulation equipment, are typical mechanical appliances and are therefore classified in this chapter. Heading 8414 covers air pumps, vacuum pumps, gas compressors, fans and ventilating fans, as well as parts of these devices. It specifically includes industrial fans, household fans, air-conditioning fans, etc. Table fans, pedestal fans, and wall fans, as household or commercial ventilation equipment, use motors to drive blades to generate airflow, fully conforming to the description of this heading. The first 2 digits 84: indicate Chapter 84, covering mechanical appliances and parts. Digits 3-4, 14: indicate heading 8414, specifically air pumps, vacuum pumps, compressors, fans and ventilating fans. Digits 5-6, 51: indicate subheading 841451, specifically referring to table fans, pedestal fans, and wall fans. This subheading is further subdivided in subsequent digits according to parameters such as blade diameter and power. Table fans, pedestal fans, and wall fans are electric fans that use motors to drive blades to generate air flow and do not have cooling or temperature adjustment functions, so they are classified under 8414 rather than 8415 (air conditioners). At the same time, their structure is simple, unlike industrial fans (8414.59), so they are classified under 8414.51.
Chapter
Chapter 84 is a core chapter in the HS classification system, covering various machines, mechanical appliances and their parts, including power machinery, pumps, fans, refrigeration equipment, office machinery, etc. Goods in this chapter generally have mechanical motion characteristics and are used for energy conversion, material handling or processing. Table fans, pedestal fans, and wall fans, as air circulation equipment, are typical mechanical appliances and are therefore classified in this chapter.
Heading
Heading 8414 covers air pumps, vacuum pumps, gas compressors, fans and ventilating fans, as well as parts of these devices. It specifically includes industrial fans, household fans, air-conditioning fans, etc. Table fans, pedestal fans, and wall fans, as household or commercial ventilation equipment, use motors to drive blades to generate airflow, fully conforming to the description of this heading.
Digit Breakdown
The first 2 digits 84: indicate Chapter 84, covering mechanical appliances and parts. Digits 3-4, 14: indicate heading 8414, specifically air pumps, vacuum pumps, compressors, fans and ventilating fans. Digits 5-6, 51: indicate subheading 841451, specifically referring to table fans, pedestal fans, and wall fans. This subheading is further subdivided in subsequent digits according to parameters such as blade diameter and power.
Classification Basis
Table fans, pedestal fans, and wall fans are electric fans that use motors to drive blades to generate air flow and do not have cooling or temperature adjustment functions, so they are classified under 8414 rather than 8415 (air conditioners). At the same time, their structure is simple, unlike industrial fans (8414.59), so they are classified under 8414.51.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product Name: The specific name of the declared commodity, such as table fan, pedestal fan, wall fan, which must be consistent with the actual product. Brand: Fill in the manufacturer or brand name; if there is no brand, fill in "None". Model: Fill in the specific model of the product to facilitate identification of specifications. Blade Diameter: Declare the actual blade diameter in millimeters or inches. Power: Fill in the rated power of the motor in watts (W). Use: Explain the usage scenario, such as household, commercial, or industrial use. Whether with Speed Control Device: Declare whether it has a speed control function, such as multiple wind speed levels. Product Name: Pedestal Fan; Brand: Midea; Model: FS40-12; Blade Diameter: 400mm; Power: 60W; Use: Household; Whether with Speed Control Device: Yes. Mistakenly classifying a cooling fan with humidification function under 8414.51, when it should actually be classified under 8479 or 8415. Failing to distinguish industrial fans from household fans, resulting in classification under 8414.59. Ignoring the declaration of blade diameter, which may affect subheading subdivision.
Product Name
The specific name of the declared commodity, such as table fan, pedestal fan, wall fan, which must be consistent with the actual product.
⚠️ Misreporting as an air-conditioning fan or cooling fan, resulting in incorrect classification.
Brand
Fill in the manufacturer or brand name; if there is no brand, fill in "None".
⚠️ Mistakenly filling in the trader's name as the brand.
Model
Fill in the specific model of the product to facilitate identification of specifications.
⚠️ Incomplete model entry or inconsistency with the actual product.
Blade Diameter
Declare the actual blade diameter in millimeters or inches.
⚠️ Confusing blade diameter with overall unit dimensions.
Power
Fill in the rated power of the motor in watts (W).
⚠️ Incorrectly filling in the overall unit power or failing to indicate the unit.
Use
Explain the usage scenario, such as household, commercial, or industrial use.
⚠️ Vaguely filling in "ventilation" without specifying the specific use.
Whether with Speed Control Device
Declare whether it has a speed control function, such as multiple wind speed levels.
⚠️ Ignoring the speed control device, affecting classification.
Mistakenly classifying a cooling fan with humidification function under 8414.51, when it should actually be classified under 8479 or 8415.
Failing to distinguish industrial fans from household fans, resulting in classification under 8414.59.
Ignoring the declaration of blade diameter, which may affect subheading subdivision.
🎯 Classification Logic
The core basis for classification is the function, structure, and use of the commodity. Table fans, pedestal fans, and wall fans all use motors to drive blades to generate airflow, have no cooling or temperature adjustment function, and are usually for household or similar use. According to HS notes, 8414.51 specifically refers to such fans, while industrial fans are classified under 8414.59. If they have a cooling function, they are classified under 8415. 841459 Other Fans: 8414.59 covers industrial fans and ventilating fans, usually with high power and complex structure, while 8414.51 is for household table fans, pedestal fans, etc. 841510 Air Conditioners: 8415.10 is for window-type or wall-type air conditioners with cooling and heating functions, while 8414.51 is only for ventilation without temperature adjustment. 847989 Other Machinery Not Elsewhere Specified: If a fan has additional functions such as humidification or purification, it may be classified under 8479.89 rather than 8414.51. 850980 Other Household Electric Appliances: 8509.80 covers household electric appliances, but fans are preferentially classified under 8414.51 because they are specifically named. Is it only for ventilation use, without cooling or heating? Is it for household or similar use? Is the blade diameter within the subheading scope? Does it have a speed control device? Is it confused with air conditioners or industrial fans?
Basis
The core basis for classification is the function, structure, and use of the commodity. Table fans, pedestal fans, and wall fans all use motors to drive blades to generate airflow, have no cooling or temperature adjustment function, and are usually for household or similar use. According to HS notes, 8414.51 specifically refers to such fans, while industrial fans are classified under 8414.59. If they have a cooling function, they are classified under 8415.
Confused Codes：
841459 - Other Fans
8414.59 covers industrial fans and ventilating fans, usually with high power and complex structure, while 8414.51 is for household table fans, pedestal fans, etc.
841510 - Air Conditioners
8415.10 is for window-type or wall-type air conditioners with cooling and heating functions, while 8414.51 is only for ventilation without temperature adjustment.
847989 - Other Machinery Not Elsewhere Specified
If a fan has additional functions such as humidification or purification, it may be classified under 8479.89 rather than 8414.51.
850980 - Other Household Electric Appliances
8509.80 covers household electric appliances, but fans are preferentially classified under 8414.51 because they are specifically named.
Self-Check：
✓ Is it only for ventilation use, without cooling or heating?
✓ Is it for household or similar use?
✓ Is the blade diameter within the subheading scope?
✓ Does it have a speed control device?
✓ Is it confused with air conditioners or industrial fans?
❓ FAQ
Are the HS codes for table fans, pedestal fans, and wall fans all 841451? Yes, 841451 is the general subheading for table fans, pedestal fans, and wall fans, but subsequent digits may differ according to parameters such as blade diameter and power. When declaring specifically, the complete code must be determined based on the actual product parameters. How to distinguish 841451 from 841459? 841451 specifically refers to household table fans, pedestal fans, and wall fans, usually with lower power and portable; 841459 is for other fans, such as industrial fans and duct fans, with high power and fixed installation. Judge based on use and structure. Which code should a cooling fan with humidification function be classified under? If the main function is humidification, it may be classified under 8479.89; if it has both fan and humidification functions, it should be classified according to the main function. It is usually recommended to refer to HS notes and customs advance classification rulings. How should blade diameter be filled in during declaration? Blade diameter refers to the diameter of the circle formed by the rotation of the fan blades, usually in millimeters or inches. It should be measured or based on the product specification sheet, avoiding confusion with overall unit dimensions. What is the export tax rebate rate for 841451? The rebate rate changes with national policy adjustments. It is recommended to check the latest export tax rebate rate database or consult the local customs. It can usually be queried in the rebate system by HS code. How to determine the HS code for cross-border e-commerce sales of table fans? Based on product function, use, power, etc., if it is a household table fan, classify it under 841451. Note that codes may differ slightly by country, such as the U.S. HTSUS 8414.51.00. Can industrial wall fans be classified under 841451? Industrial wall fans usually have high power and sturdy structure and may be classified under 841459. If they are household-type wall fans, they are classified under 841451. Judge based on design use and parameters.
Q: Are the HS codes for table fans, pedestal fans, and wall fans all 841451?
A: Yes, 841451 is the general subheading for table fans, pedestal fans, and wall fans, but subsequent digits may differ according to parameters such as blade diameter and power. When declaring specifically, the complete code must be determined based on the actual product parameters.
Q: How to distinguish 841451 from 841459?
A: 841451 specifically refers to household table fans, pedestal fans, and wall fans, usually with lower power and portable; 841459 is for other fans, such as industrial fans and duct fans, with high power and fixed installation. Judge based on use and structure.
Q: Which code should a cooling fan with humidification function be classified under?
A: If the main function is humidification, it may be classified under 8479.89; if it has both fan and humidification functions, it should be classified according to the main function. It is usually recommended to refer to HS notes and customs advance classification rulings.
Q: How should blade diameter be filled in during declaration?
A: Blade diameter refers to the diameter of the circle formed by the rotation of the fan blades, usually in millimeters or inches. It should be measured or based on the product specification sheet, avoiding confusion with overall unit dimensions.
Q: What is the export tax rebate rate for 841451?
A: The rebate rate changes with national policy adjustments. It is recommended to check the latest export tax rebate rate database or consult the local customs. It can usually be queried in the rebate system by HS code.
Q: How to determine the HS code for cross-border e-commerce sales of table fans?
A: Based on product function, use, power, etc., if it is a household table fan, classify it under 841451. Note that codes may differ slightly by country, such as the U.S. HTSUS 8414.51.00.
Q: Can industrial wall fans be classified under 841451?
A: Industrial wall fans usually have high power and sturdy structure and may be classified under 841459. If they are household-type wall fans, they are classified under 841451. Judge based on design use and parameters.
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