Chapter 84 covers nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery and mechanical appliances and parts thereof, and is one of the broadest and most technically complex chapters in the HS. This chapter includes power machinery, pumps, fans, refrigeration equipment, washing machinery, textile machinery, office equipment, etc., but excludes electrical equipment (Chapter 85), optical instruments (Chapter 90), and vehicles (Chapter 87). The chapter notes strictly define the principles for classifying parts: parts solely or principally for a particular kind of machine are classified with the machine, while general-purpose parts are classified according to material. Heading 8450 covers household or laundry-type washing machines, including machines with a dry linen capacity not exceeding 10 kg and machines with a dry linen capacity exceeding 10 kg. This heading is subdivided by type and dry linen capacity, such as 8450.11 to 8450.20. 8450.90 is the parts subheading, specifically referring to parts for washing machines under heading 8450, but it should be noted that not all washing machine parts are classified in this subheading; some electronic control modules, motors, etc., may be classified in other headings. First 2 digits 84: indicates Chapter 84, belonging to the broad category of machinery and mechanical appliances and parts. Digits 3-4 50: indicates heading 8450, specifically household or laundry-type washing machines, including machines which both wash and dry. Digits 5-6 90: indicates subheading 8450.90, namely parts of washing machines. This subheading is further divided into 8450.90.10 (parts of washing machines with a dry linen capacity not exceeding 10 kg) and 8450.90.90 (other), but some countries may combine them into a single code. Overall logic: chapter -> broad category, heading -> specific product, subheading -> parts or accessories. This commodity is a part specifically for washing machines, such as an inner drum, housing, pulsator, balance weight, etc., and meets the definition of parts under heading 8450. If it is a general-purpose part (such as bolts, springs), it should be classified in Chapter 73; if it is an electrical component such as a motor or timer, it may be classified in Chapter 85; if it is a plastic part, it may be classified in Chapter 39. Therefore, only non-electrical, non-general-purpose parts solely or principally for washing machines are classified in 8450.90.
Chapter
Chapter 84 covers nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery and mechanical appliances and parts thereof, and is one of the broadest and most technically complex chapters in the HS. This chapter includes power machinery, pumps, fans, refrigeration equipment, washing machinery, textile machinery, office equipment, etc., but excludes electrical equipment (Chapter 85), optical instruments (Chapter 90), and vehicles (Chapter 87). The chapter notes strictly define the principles for classifying parts: parts solely or principally for a particular kind of machine are classified with the machine, while general-purpose parts are classified according to material.
Heading
Heading 8450 covers household or laundry-type washing machines, including machines with a dry linen capacity not exceeding 10 kg and machines with a dry linen capacity exceeding 10 kg. This heading is subdivided by type and dry linen capacity, such as 8450.11 to 8450.20. 8450.90 is the parts subheading, specifically referring to parts for washing machines under heading 8450, but it should be noted that not all washing machine parts are classified in this subheading; some electronic control modules, motors, etc., may be classified in other headings.
Digit Breakdown
First 2 digits 84: indicates Chapter 84, belonging to the broad category of machinery and mechanical appliances and parts. Digits 3-4 50: indicates heading 8450, specifically household or laundry-type washing machines, including machines which both wash and dry. Digits 5-6 90: indicates subheading 8450.90, namely parts of washing machines. This subheading is further divided into 8450.90.10 (parts of washing machines with a dry linen capacity not exceeding 10 kg) and 8450.90.90 (other), but some countries may combine them into a single code. Overall logic: chapter -> broad category, heading -> specific product, subheading -> parts or accessories.
Classification Basis
This commodity is a part specifically for washing machines, such as an inner drum, housing, pulsator, balance weight, etc., and meets the definition of parts under heading 8450. If it is a general-purpose part (such as bolts, springs), it should be classified in Chapter 73; if it is an electrical component such as a motor or timer, it may be classified in Chapter 85; if it is a plastic part, it may be classified in Chapter 39. Therefore, only non-electrical, non-general-purpose parts solely or principally for washing machines are classified in 8450.90.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product name: The Chinese and English names of the declared part, which must be specific to the part type, such as "washing machine inner drum", "washing machine housing", etc. Use: Explain which type of washing machine the part is specifically used for, such as "household washing machine", "industrial washing machine", etc. Material: Main material composition, such as stainless steel, plastic, rubber, etc., which affects the classification determination. Brand: Manufacturer or brand name; if there is no brand, indicate "no brand". Model: Part model or applicable washing machine model, to facilitate customs verification. Whether dedicated: Declare whether the part is dedicated for washing machines or can be used generally for other equipment. Dry linen capacity: If it is a part for a complete machine, indicate the dry linen capacity (kg) of the applicable washing machine to distinguish 8450.90.10 from 8450.90.90. Product name: washing machine inner drum; Use: dedicated for household washing machines; Material: stainless steel; Brand: Haier; Model: XQG70-1011; Whether dedicated: yes; Dry linen capacity: 7 kg. Note: This inner drum is a core component of a front-loading washing machine, dedicated for washing machines under heading 8450, and is not a general-purpose part. Incorrectly classifying electrical components (such as motors, control boards) under 8450.90, when they should actually be classified in Chapter 85. Failure to distinguish dry linen capacity, resulting in confusion between subheadings 8450.90.10 and 8450.90.90. Classifying general-purpose plastic parts (such as gaskets) under 8450.90, when they should actually be classified by material in Chapter 39.
Product name
The Chinese and English names of the declared part, which must be specific to the part type, such as "washing machine inner drum", "washing machine housing", etc.
⚠️ Declaring it generally as "washing machine accessories" without specifying the exact part name.
Use
Explain which type of washing machine the part is specifically used for, such as "household washing machine", "industrial washing machine", etc.
⚠️ Failure to indicate specificity, resulting in misclassification as a general-purpose part.
Material
Main material composition, such as stainless steel, plastic, rubber, etc., which affects the classification determination.
⚠️ Writing only "metal" without distinguishing stainless steel, aluminum alloy, etc.
Brand
Manufacturer or brand name; if there is no brand, indicate "no brand".
⚠️ Confusing brand with model, or failing to provide the Chinese translation.
Model
Part model or applicable washing machine model, to facilitate customs verification.
⚠️ Incomplete model entry or inconsistency with the actual item.
Whether dedicated
Declare whether the part is dedicated for washing machines or can be used generally for other equipment.
⚠️ Declaring a general-purpose part as dedicated, resulting in classification errors.
Dry linen capacity
If it is a part for a complete machine, indicate the dry linen capacity (kg) of the applicable washing machine to distinguish 8450.90.10 from 8450.90.90.
⚠️ Ignoring dry linen capacity, resulting in subheading classification errors.
Example： Product name: washing machine inner drum; Use: dedicated for household washing machines; Material: stainless steel; Brand: Haier; Model: XQG70-1011; Whether dedicated: yes; Dry linen capacity: 7 kg. Note: This inner drum is a core component of a front-loading washing machine, dedicated for washing machines under heading 8450, and is not a general-purpose part.
Common Mistakes：
Incorrectly classifying electrical components (such as motors, control boards) under 8450.90, when they should actually be classified in Chapter 85.
Failure to distinguish dry linen capacity, resulting in confusion between subheadings 8450.90.10 and 8450.90.90.
Classifying general-purpose plastic parts (such as gaskets) under 8450.90, when they should actually be classified by material in Chapter 39.
🎯 Classification Logic
The core basis for classification is Chapter Note 2 to HS Chapter 84: parts solely or principally for a particular kind of machine are classified with the machine; however, general-purpose parts (such as those named in Chapter 73 or Chapter 39) are excluded. At the same time, electrical parts of Chapter 85 are classified preferentially in Chapter 85. Therefore, 8450.90 applies only to non-electrical, non-general-purpose parts dedicated to washing machines. In addition, reference should be made to the specific listings for 8450 parts in the Explanatory Notes to the Harmonized Commodity Description and Coding System. 8450.11 Household washing machines: 8450.11 is a complete washing machine, while 8450.90 is parts. If a complete machine is imported, it should be classified under 8450.11; if it is a part, it is classified under 8450.90. 8509.80 Other household electrical appliances: 8509.80 covers household electrical appliances such as food grinders, juice extractors, etc., but complete washing machines and their parts are already named under 8450, so they are not classified under 8509. 8481.80 Other valves and similar devices: If a washing machine water inlet valve is a general-purpose valve, it should be classified under 8481.80; if it is a solenoid valve dedicated to washing machines, it may still be classified under 8481, depending on the specific structure. 8536.50 Switches: Electrical components such as washing machine timers and switches should be classified under 8536, not 8450.90. 3926.90 Other articles of plastics: If a plastic washing machine part is a general-purpose plastic article, it should be classified under 3926.90; only if it is dedicated to washing machines and not named elsewhere should 8450.90 be considered. Is the part dedicated to washing machines? Does it belong to electrical parts (Chapter 85)? Does it belong to general-purpose parts (Chapter 73 or 39)? Is it already named under another heading? Does the dry linen capacity exceed 10 kg?
Basis
The core basis for classification is Chapter Note 2 to HS Chapter 84: parts solely or principally for a particular kind of machine are classified with the machine; however, general-purpose parts (such as those named in Chapter 73 or Chapter 39) are excluded. At the same time, electrical parts of Chapter 85 are classified preferentially in Chapter 85. Therefore, 8450.90 applies only to non-electrical, non-general-purpose parts dedicated to washing machines. In addition, reference should be made to the specific listings for 8450 parts in the Explanatory Notes to the Harmonized Commodity Description and Coding System.
Confused Codes：
8450.11 - Household washing machines
8450.11 is a complete washing machine, while 8450.90 is parts. If a complete machine is imported, it should be classified under 8450.11; if it is a part, it is classified under 8450.90.
8509.80 - Other household electrical appliances
8509.80 covers household electrical appliances such as food grinders, juice extractors, etc., but complete washing machines and their parts are already named under 8450, so they are not classified under 8509.
8481.80 - Other valves and similar devices
If a washing machine water inlet valve is a general-purpose valve, it should be classified under 8481.80; if it is a solenoid valve dedicated to washing machines, it may still be classified under 8481, depending on the specific structure.
8536.50 - Switches
Electrical components such as washing machine timers and switches should be classified under 8536, not 8450.90.
3926.90 - Other articles of plastics
If a plastic washing machine part is a general-purpose plastic article, it should be classified under 3926.90; only if it is dedicated to washing machines and not named elsewhere should 8450.90 be considered.
Self-Check：
✓ Is the part dedicated to washing machines?
✓ Does it belong to electrical parts (Chapter 85)?
✓ Does it belong to general-purpose parts (Chapter 73 or 39)?
✓ Is it already named under another heading?
✓ Does the dry linen capacity exceed 10 kg?
❓ FAQ
Are all washing machine parts classified under 8450.90? No. Only non-electrical, non-general-purpose parts solely or principally for washing machines are classified under 8450.90. Electrical parts such as motors and control boards are classified in Chapter 85; general-purpose parts such as bolts and gaskets are classified by material in Chapter 73 or Chapter 39. How do you distinguish 8450.90.10 from 8450.90.90? According to the dry linen capacity of the applicable washing machine: parts for washing machines with a dry linen capacity not exceeding 10 kg are classified under 8450.90.10; those exceeding 10 kg are classified under 8450.90.90. The dry linen capacity must be stated at the time of declaration. Under which code should a plastic washing machine housing be classified? If the plastic housing is dedicated to washing machines and is not named elsewhere, it should be classified under 8450.90; but if it is a general-purpose plastic article, it is classified under 3926.90. It is recommended to refer to customs advance classification decisions. What declaration elements are required for imported washing machine parts? Product name, use, material, brand, model, whether dedicated, dry linen capacity, etc. are required. The specific requirements are subject to customs; consult the Customs Administration's Catalogue of Standard Declaration Elements for Import and Export Commodities of the People's Republic of China. Under which code should a washing machine motor be classified? A washing machine motor is an electrical part and should be classified in Chapter 85, specifically 8501 (electric motors) or 8502 (generating sets), not 8450.90. How can I check the tariff rate for 8450.90? Tariff rates change. It is recommended to obtain the latest rate through the General Administration of Customs website, China International Trade Single Window, or professional tariff query tools by entering the code and conditions such as country of origin and trade mode. What are the consequences of incorrect classification of washing machine parts? It may result in underpaid taxes, customs penalties, cargo detention, etc. It is recommended to conduct advance classification or consult a professional customs broker before import to ensure accurate classification. What code applies to cross-border e-commerce retail imports of washing machine parts? 8450.90 also applies, but note that cross-border e-commerce retail imports have a separate positive list and tax rates, and it is necessary to check whether the code is included in the list.
Q: Are all washing machine parts classified under 8450.90?
A: No. Only non-electrical, non-general-purpose parts solely or principally for washing machines are classified under 8450.90. Electrical parts such as motors and control boards are classified in Chapter 85; general-purpose parts such as bolts and gaskets are classified by material in Chapter 73 or Chapter 39.
Q: How do you distinguish 8450.90.10 from 8450.90.90?
A: According to the dry linen capacity of the applicable washing machine: parts for washing machines with a dry linen capacity not exceeding 10 kg are classified under 8450.90.10; those exceeding 10 kg are classified under 8450.90.90. The dry linen capacity must be stated at the time of declaration.
Q: Under which code should a plastic washing machine housing be classified?
A: If the plastic housing is dedicated to washing machines and is not named elsewhere, it should be classified under 8450.90; but if it is a general-purpose plastic article, it is classified under 3926.90. It is recommended to refer to customs advance classification decisions.
Q: What declaration elements are required for imported washing machine parts?
A: Product name, use, material, brand, model, whether dedicated, dry linen capacity, etc. are required. The specific requirements are subject to customs; consult the Customs Administration's Catalogue of Standard Declaration Elements for Import and Export Commodities of the People's Republic of China.
Q: Under which code should a washing machine motor be classified?
A: A washing machine motor is an electrical part and should be classified in Chapter 85, specifically 8501 (electric motors) or 8502 (generating sets), not 8450.90.
Q: How can I check the tariff rate for 8450.90?
A: Tariff rates change. It is recommended to obtain the latest rate through the General Administration of Customs website, China International Trade Single Window, or professional tariff query tools by entering the code and conditions such as country of origin and trade mode.
Q: What are the consequences of incorrect classification of washing machine parts?
A: It may result in underpaid taxes, customs penalties, cargo detention, etc. It is recommended to conduct advance classification or consult a professional customs broker before import to ensure accurate classification.
Q: What code applies to cross-border e-commerce retail imports of washing machine parts?
A: 8450.90 also applies, but note that cross-border e-commerce retail imports have a separate positive list and tax rates, and it is necessary to check whether the code is included in the list.
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