Chapter 84 covers nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery, mechanical appliances and parts thereof, and is the largest industrial category chapter in the HS. This chapter includes power machinery, agricultural machinery, office equipment, refrigeration equipment, fluid handling equipment, etc. Heading 8418 falls within the scope of refrigeration equipment, and 841891 is its dedicated furniture parts, reflecting the cross-classification logic between machinery and furniture. Heading 8418 covers refrigerating or freezing equipment (such as refrigerators, freezers, refrigeration units) and their dedicated parts. 841891 specifically refers to furniture dedicated to refrigerating or freezing equipment, i.e., cabinets, doors, shelves, etc. that form part of refrigeration equipment, rather than standalone furniture. This subheading emphasizes 'dedicated use,' meaning it can only be used in conjunction with refrigeration equipment. First 2 digits 84: Machinery, mechanical appliances and parts thereof. Digits 3-4, 18: Refrigerating or freezing equipment. Digits 5-6, 91: Furniture dedicated to refrigerating or freezing equipment. Note: 8418 as a whole is refrigeration equipment, while 841891 is the 'furniture' subheading within it, i.e., dedicated housings, doors, partitions, etc. for refrigeration equipment. When classifying, it is necessary to confirm whether they are dedicated to refrigeration equipment. The goods are furniture dedicated to refrigerating or freezing equipment, such as refrigerator doors, freezer liners, dedicated shelves. Because they are dedicated to refrigeration equipment, they cannot be classified under Chapter 94 furniture (9403), nor under other parts subheadings of 8418 (such as 841899), because 841891 explicitly lists the specific type of 'furniture.' Therefore, they are classified under 841891.
Chapter
Chapter 84 covers nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery, mechanical appliances and parts thereof, and is the largest industrial category chapter in the HS. This chapter includes power machinery, agricultural machinery, office equipment, refrigeration equipment, fluid handling equipment, etc. Heading 8418 falls within the scope of refrigeration equipment, and 841891 is its dedicated furniture parts, reflecting the cross-classification logic between machinery and furniture.
Heading
Heading 8418 covers refrigerating or freezing equipment (such as refrigerators, freezers, refrigeration units) and their dedicated parts. 841891 specifically refers to furniture dedicated to refrigerating or freezing equipment, i.e., cabinets, doors, shelves, etc. that form part of refrigeration equipment, rather than standalone furniture. This subheading emphasizes 'dedicated use,' meaning it can only be used in conjunction with refrigeration equipment.
Digit Breakdown
First 2 digits 84: Machinery, mechanical appliances and parts thereof. Digits 3-4, 18: Refrigerating or freezing equipment. Digits 5-6, 91: Furniture dedicated to refrigerating or freezing equipment. Note: 8418 as a whole is refrigeration equipment, while 841891 is the 'furniture' subheading within it, i.e., dedicated housings, doors, partitions, etc. for refrigeration equipment. When classifying, it is necessary to confirm whether they are dedicated to refrigeration equipment.
Classification Basis
The goods are furniture dedicated to refrigerating or freezing equipment, such as refrigerator doors, freezer liners, dedicated shelves. Because they are dedicated to refrigeration equipment, they cannot be classified under Chapter 94 furniture (9403), nor under other parts subheadings of 8418 (such as 841899), because 841891 explicitly lists the specific type of 'furniture.' Therefore, they are classified under 841891.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product Name: The declared product name should specifically describe it as 'furniture dedicated to refrigerating equipment' or 'door dedicated to freezer,' etc., avoiding the generic term 'furniture.' Use: State what kind of refrigerating or freezing equipment it is dedicated to, such as 'for commercial refrigerators,' 'for cold storage doors,' etc. Material: Main materials, such as stainless steel, plastic, glass, foam materials, etc., which affect subheading subdivision. Brand: Manufacturer or brand name; if no brand, write 'no brand.' Model: Product model, used to identify specific specifications. Specifications and Dimensions: Length, width, height and other dimensions, in millimeters or centimeters. Whether Complete Set: Whether imported as a complete set with other components, such as doors and cabinets declared separately. Product Name: Door dedicated to refrigerated cabinet; Use: For commercial refrigerated display cabinet; Material: Stainless steel frame + glass; Brand: XX; Model: ABC-123; Specifications: 1200mm×800mm×50mm; Whether Complete Set: No. Misdeclaring dedicated furniture as general furniture, resulting in classification under 9403. Failing to indicate 'dedicated' to refrigerating equipment, leading to classification challenges. Material declaration not specific enough, affecting subheading determination.
Product Name
The declared product name should specifically describe it as 'furniture dedicated to refrigerating equipment' or 'door dedicated to freezer,' etc., avoiding the generic term 'furniture.'
⚠️ Incorrectly declaring as 'plastic furniture' or 'metal cabinet.'
Use
State what kind of refrigerating or freezing equipment it is dedicated to, such as 'for commercial refrigerators,' 'for cold storage doors,' etc.
⚠️ Failing to indicate dedicated use, resulting in classification as general furniture.
Material
Main materials, such as stainless steel, plastic, glass, foam materials, etc., which affect subheading subdivision.
⚠️ Only writing 'metal' without specifying stainless steel or aluminum alloy.
Brand
Manufacturer or brand name; if no brand, write 'no brand.'
⚠️ Confusing brand with model.
Model
Product model, used to identify specific specifications.
⚠️ Incomplete model entry or inconsistency with the actual product.
Specifications and Dimensions
Length, width, height and other dimensions, in millimeters or centimeters.
⚠️ Failing to provide dimensions or incorrect units.
Whether Complete Set
Whether imported as a complete set with other components, such as doors and cabinets declared separately.
⚠️ Complete sets incorrectly declared as parts.
Example： Product Name: Door dedicated to refrigerated cabinet; Use: For commercial refrigerated display cabinet; Material: Stainless steel frame + glass; Brand: XX; Model: ABC-123; Specifications: 1200mm×800mm×50mm; Whether Complete Set: No.
Common Mistakes：
Misdeclaring dedicated furniture as general furniture, resulting in classification under 9403.
Failing to indicate 'dedicated' to refrigerating equipment, leading to classification challenges.
Material declaration not specific enough, affecting subheading determination.
🎯 Classification Logic
The core basis for classification is the notes to Chapter 84 of the Tariff and the subheading provisions. 841891 explicitly covers 'furniture dedicated to refrigerating or freezing equipment,' emphasizing dedicated use. If the furniture can be used independently or for other equipment, it is classified under Chapter 94. Reference should also be made to the Explanatory Notes to the Import and Export Tariff for the interpretation of 'dedicated.' 9403 Other furniture: 9403 is general furniture, not dedicated to refrigeration equipment; 841891 must be dedicated to refrigerating or freezing equipment. 841899 Other parts of refrigerating equipment: 841899 covers other parts of refrigerating equipment, such as compressors and condensers; 841891 specifically refers to furniture-type parts. 841810 Combined refrigerator-freezers: 841810 is complete refrigeration equipment; 841891 is its dedicated furniture components. 392690 Other articles of plastics: If plastic furniture is not dedicated, it is classified under 3926; if dedicated, under 841891. Is it dedicated to refrigerating or freezing equipment? Does it have furniture characteristics (such as doors, shelves)? Can it be used independently? Does the material affect classification? Is it imported together with the complete machine?
Basis
The core basis for classification is the notes to Chapter 84 of the Tariff and the subheading provisions. 841891 explicitly covers 'furniture dedicated to refrigerating or freezing equipment,' emphasizing dedicated use. If the furniture can be used independently or for other equipment, it is classified under Chapter 94. Reference should also be made to the Explanatory Notes to the Import and Export Tariff for the interpretation of 'dedicated.'
Confused Codes：
9403 - Other furniture
9403 is general furniture, not dedicated to refrigeration equipment; 841891 must be dedicated to refrigerating or freezing equipment.
841899 - Other parts of refrigerating equipment
841899 covers other parts of refrigerating equipment, such as compressors and condensers; 841891 specifically refers to furniture-type parts.
841810 - Combined refrigerator-freezers
841810 is complete refrigeration equipment; 841891 is its dedicated furniture components.
392690 - Other articles of plastics
If plastic furniture is not dedicated, it is classified under 3926; if dedicated, under 841891.
Self-Check：
✓ Is it dedicated to refrigerating or freezing equipment?
✓ Does it have furniture characteristics (such as doors, shelves)?
✓ Can it be used independently?
✓ Does the material affect classification?
✓ Is it imported together with the complete machine?
❓ FAQ
How to distinguish 841891 from 9403 furniture? The key is dedicated use. 841891 must be dedicated to refrigerating or freezing equipment, such as refrigerator doors and freezer liners; 9403 is general furniture that can be used independently. If the furniture can be used separately from refrigeration equipment, it is classified under 9403. What are the declaration elements for furniture dedicated to refrigerating equipment? Product name, use, material, brand, model, specifications and dimensions, whether complete set, etc. must be declared. The use must reflect 'dedicated' to refrigerating or freezing equipment, otherwise it is easily challenged. Under which code should imported refrigerator doors be declared? If the door is dedicated to refrigerators, classify under 841891; if it is a general door, classify under 9403. Documentation proving dedication to refrigerators, such as contracts and drawings, must be provided. How to check the tax rate for 841891? Tax rates can be checked in the Import and Export Tariff of the People's Republic of China or on the General Administration of Customs website, confirmed annually. Rates vary under different trade agreements and must be combined with certificates of origin. Are shelves for cold storage classified under 841891? If the shelves are dedicated to cold storage and form part of refrigeration equipment, classify under 841891; if they are ordinary storage racks, classify under 9403. What is the difference between 841891 and 841899? 841891 is dedicated furniture; 841899 is other refrigeration parts. For example, compressors are classified under 841899, and doors under 841891. How to declare 841891 for cross-border e-commerce small parcels? Declare according to the actual product name and use, avoiding the generic term 'furniture.' Low-value items may go through simplified declaration, but the code must be accurate. What are the consequences of classification errors? They may result in supplementary taxes, fines, and credit downgrades. It is recommended to obtain advance classification rulings or consult professional customs brokers.
Q: How to distinguish 841891 from 9403 furniture?
A: The key is dedicated use. 841891 must be dedicated to refrigerating or freezing equipment, such as refrigerator doors and freezer liners; 9403 is general furniture that can be used independently. If the furniture can be used separately from refrigeration equipment, it is classified under 9403.
Q: What are the declaration elements for furniture dedicated to refrigerating equipment?
A: Product name, use, material, brand, model, specifications and dimensions, whether complete set, etc. must be declared. The use must reflect 'dedicated' to refrigerating or freezing equipment, otherwise it is easily challenged.
Q: Under which code should imported refrigerator doors be declared?
A: If the door is dedicated to refrigerators, classify under 841891; if it is a general door, classify under 9403. Documentation proving dedication to refrigerators, such as contracts and drawings, must be provided.
Q: How to check the tax rate for 841891?
A: Tax rates can be checked in the Import and Export Tariff of the People's Republic of China or on the General Administration of Customs website, confirmed annually. Rates vary under different trade agreements and must be combined with certificates of origin.
Q: Are shelves for cold storage classified under 841891?
A: If the shelves are dedicated to cold storage and form part of refrigeration equipment, classify under 841891; if they are ordinary storage racks, classify under 9403.
Q: What is the difference between 841891 and 841899?
A: 841891 is dedicated furniture; 841899 is other refrigeration parts. For example, compressors are classified under 841899, and doors under 841891.
Q: How to declare 841891 for cross-border e-commerce small parcels?
A: Declare according to the actual product name and use, avoiding the generic term 'furniture.' Low-value items may go through simplified declaration, but the code must be accurate.
Q: What are the consequences of classification errors?
A: They may result in supplementary taxes, fines, and credit downgrades. It is recommended to obtain advance classification rulings or consult professional customs brokers.
⚠️ Disclaimer: HS code classification, declaration elements, tariff rates and regulatory conditions on this page are for reference only and do not constitute legal advice on customs classification. Tariff rates and regulations are subject to change; the latest announcements from the General Administration of Customs and on-site determinations shall prevail. Please consult professional customs brokers or customs authorities before import/export.