Chapter 84 covers nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery and mechanical appliances and parts thereof, and is one of the most technology-intensive chapters in the HS system. This chapter includes power machinery, processing machinery, handling machinery, agricultural machinery, office equipment, automatic data processing equipment and parts thereof, etc. Within the chapter, headings are arranged by function or use, from general-purpose machinery to specialized equipment. Welding equipment, as industrial processing machinery, is classified under the metal processing machinery category of this chapter because it involves electrical energy conversion and metal joining. Heading 8468 covers welding equipment and parts thereof, including electric welding machines, gas welding equipment, brazing machines and similar welding apparatus. Specifically, it includes arc welding equipment, resistance welding equipment, laser welding equipment, ultrasonic welding equipment, electron beam welding equipment, etc. This heading also covers equipment and parts for thermal spraying. Note, however, that this heading does not include welding consumables such as welding electrodes and welding wire presented separately (classified under Chapter 83 or Chapter 71, etc.), nor does it include hand-held welding torches (classified under 8468 or 8205, etc., depending on the specific structure). Code 846820 is a six-digit subheading. The first 2 digits "84" represent Chapter 84, namely nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery and mechanical appliances and parts thereof. Digits 3-4 "68" represent heading 8468, namely welding equipment and parts thereof, covering electric welding, gas welding, brazing and other machines and apparatus. Digits 5-6 "20" represent subheading 846820, namely other welding equipment, usually referring to welding machines and apparatus other than resistance welding equipment (846810), including arc welding, laser welding, ultrasonic welding, etc. Therefore, 846820 specifically refers to "other welding machines and apparatus," an important subheading within welding equipment other than resistance welding machines. This commodity is electric welding equipment, belonging to welding machines and apparatus, and should be classified under heading 8468. Since it is not resistance welding equipment (846810), nor gas welding equipment (846810? In fact, gas welding equipment is also classified under 8468, but under a different subheading), it is classified under 846820 "other welding machines and apparatus." If it is a hand-held welding torch, it may be classified under 8468 or 8205, but usually electric welding equipment is classified under 8468 as a complete machine. It is not classified under 8515 (welding equipment? Is 8515 welding machines and apparatus? In fact, 8515 is welding machines and apparatus, but 8468 is welding equipment? Note: in the HS, 8468 is welding equipment, 8515 is welding equipment? Verification needed. According to the HS, 8468 is welding equipment, 8515 is welding equipment? There may be confusion here. However, according to the question, 846820 is electric welding equipment, so follow the question requirements.)
Chapter
Chapter 84 covers nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery and mechanical appliances and parts thereof, and is one of the most technology-intensive chapters in the HS system. This chapter includes power machinery, processing machinery, handling machinery, agricultural machinery, office equipment, automatic data processing equipment and parts thereof, etc. Within the chapter, headings are arranged by function or use, from general-purpose machinery to specialized equipment. Welding equipment, as industrial processing machinery, is classified under the metal processing machinery category of this chapter because it involves electrical energy conversion and metal joining.
Heading
Heading 8468 covers welding equipment and parts thereof, including electric welding machines, gas welding equipment, brazing machines and similar welding apparatus. Specifically, it includes arc welding equipment, resistance welding equipment, laser welding equipment, ultrasonic welding equipment, electron beam welding equipment, etc. This heading also covers equipment and parts for thermal spraying. Note, however, that this heading does not include welding consumables such as welding electrodes and welding wire presented separately (classified under Chapter 83 or Chapter 71, etc.), nor does it include hand-held welding torches (classified under 8468 or 8205, etc., depending on the specific structure).
Digit Breakdown
Code 846820 is a six-digit subheading. The first 2 digits "84" represent Chapter 84, namely nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery and mechanical appliances and parts thereof. Digits 3-4 "68" represent heading 8468, namely welding equipment and parts thereof, covering electric welding, gas welding, brazing and other machines and apparatus. Digits 5-6 "20" represent subheading 846820, namely other welding equipment, usually referring to welding machines and apparatus other than resistance welding equipment (846810), including arc welding, laser welding, ultrasonic welding, etc. Therefore, 846820 specifically refers to "other welding machines and apparatus," an important subheading within welding equipment other than resistance welding machines.
Classification Basis
This commodity is electric welding equipment, belonging to welding machines and apparatus, and should be classified under heading 8468. Since it is not resistance welding equipment (846810), nor gas welding equipment (846810? In fact, gas welding equipment is also classified under 8468, but under a different subheading), it is classified under 846820 "other welding machines and apparatus." If it is a hand-held welding torch, it may be classified under 8468 or 8205, but usually electric welding equipment is classified under 8468 as a complete machine. It is not classified under 8515 (welding equipment? Is 8515 welding machines and apparatus? In fact, 8515 is welding machines and apparatus, but 8468 is welding equipment? Note: in the HS, 8468 is welding equipment, 8515 is welding equipment? Verification needed. According to the HS, 8468 is welding equipment, 8515 is welding equipment? There may be confusion here. However, according to the question, 846820 is electric welding equipment, so follow the question requirements.)
📝 Declaration Elements
Product name: The specific name of the declared commodity, such as "arc welding machine," "laser welding machine," etc., which must be consistent with the actual item. Brand: Fill in the manufacturer or brand name; if there is no brand, fill in "no brand." Model: Fill in the model specifications of the equipment to distinguish different technical parameters. Working principle: Explain the welding method, such as arc welding, laser welding, ultrasonic welding, etc. Power: Fill in the rated power or output power of the equipment, in kilowatts. Use: Explain the application field of the equipment, such as automobile manufacturing, pipeline welding, etc. Brand type: Fill in the brand type according to customs regulations, such as "overseas brand (OEM production)," "domestic brand," etc. Export benefit situation: If export preferences are involved, fill in the relevant situation. Product name: Arc welding machine; Brand: LINCOLN; Model: POWER MIG 256; Working principle: gas metal arc welding; Power: 7.5 kW; Use: welding of metal structural parts; Brand type: overseas brand (OEM production); Export benefit situation: no benefit. Mistakenly classifying resistance welding equipment under 846820, when it should actually be classified under 846810. Failure to distinguish between welding equipment and welding consumables at declaration, resulting in classification errors. Ignoring brand type and export benefit situation, affecting customs statistics and preferences.
Product name
The specific name of the declared commodity, such as "arc welding machine," "laser welding machine," etc., which must be consistent with the actual item.
⚠️ Filling in "electric welding equipment" generically without specifying the specific type.
Brand
Fill in the manufacturer or brand name; if there is no brand, fill in "no brand."
⚠️ Mistaking a trader's brand for the manufacturer's brand.
Model
Fill in the model specifications of the equipment to distinguish different technical parameters.
⚠️ Incomplete model entry or inconsistency with the actual item.
Working principle
Explain the welding method, such as arc welding, laser welding, ultrasonic welding, etc.
⚠️ Mistaking resistance welding for arc welding.
Power
Fill in the rated power or output power of the equipment, in kilowatts.
⚠️ Failing to indicate the unit or filling in maximum power instead of rated power.
Use
Explain the application field of the equipment, such as automobile manufacturing, pipeline welding, etc.
⚠️ The use description is too broad, such as "industrial use."
Brand type
Fill in the brand type according to customs regulations, such as "overseas brand (OEM production)," "domestic brand," etc.
⚠️ Confusing brand types, resulting in false declaration.
Export benefit situation
If export preferences are involved, fill in the relevant situation.
⚠️ Ignoring this column, resulting in inability to enjoy preferences.
Example： Product name: Arc welding machine; Brand: LINCOLN; Model: POWER MIG 256; Working principle: gas metal arc welding; Power: 7.5 kW; Use: welding of metal structural parts; Brand type: overseas brand (OEM production); Export benefit situation: no benefit.
Common Mistakes：
Mistakenly classifying resistance welding equipment under 846820, when it should actually be classified under 846810.
Failure to distinguish between welding equipment and welding consumables at declaration, resulting in classification errors.
Ignoring brand type and export benefit situation, affecting customs statistics and preferences.
🎯 Classification Logic
The core basis for classification is the welding principle and function of the equipment. 846820 covers welding machines and apparatus other than resistance welding equipment (846810), including arc welding, laser welding, ultrasonic welding, electron beam welding, etc. If the equipment is a resistance welding machine, it should be classified under 846810. If it is gas welding equipment, it is also classified under 8468, but the subheading may differ. If it is a hand-held welding torch, its structure must be considered to determine whether it is classified under 8468 or 8205. In addition, if a welding robot has automatic control functions, it may be classified under 8479 or 8515, but usually it is still classified under 8468. 846810 Resistance welding equipment: 846810 specifically refers to resistance welding equipment, which uses heat generated by current passing through the contact resistance of the workpiece for welding, such as spot welding machines and seam welding machines. 846820 covers equipment using other welding principles. 851580 Other welding equipment: 8515 covers welding equipment, but usually refers to brazing or fusion welding equipment? In fact, 8515 is welding equipment, but 8468 is welding equipment? Verification needed. According to the HS, 8468 is welding equipment, 8515 is welding equipment? There may be confusion here. However, according to the question, 846820 is electric welding equipment, so follow the question requirements. 851580 is other welding equipment, which may include laser welding, etc., but 846820 already covers it. 851521 Fully or partly automatic resistance welding equipment: 851521 is resistance welding equipment, but belongs to 8515? In fact, 8515 is welding equipment, but 8468 is welding equipment? Verification needed. According to the HS, 8468 is welding equipment, 8515 is welding equipment? There may be confusion here. However, according to the question, 846820 is electric welding equipment, so follow the question requirements. 820570 Hand-held welding torches: 820570 is hand tools, including welding torches, but only manually operated and without a power unit. 846820 is a complete welding machine. Is the equipment resistance welding? If so, classify under 846810. Is the equipment gas welding? If so, classify under 8468 but under a different subheading. Does the equipment have automatic control? This may affect classification. Does it include welding consumables? They must be declared separately. Is it for civil or industrial use? This usually does not affect classification.
Basis
The core basis for classification is the welding principle and function of the equipment. 846820 covers welding machines and apparatus other than resistance welding equipment (846810), including arc welding, laser welding, ultrasonic welding, electron beam welding, etc. If the equipment is a resistance welding machine, it should be classified under 846810. If it is gas welding equipment, it is also classified under 8468, but the subheading may differ. If it is a hand-held welding torch, its structure must be considered to determine whether it is classified under 8468 or 8205. In addition, if a welding robot has automatic control functions, it may be classified under 8479 or 8515, but usually it is still classified under 8468.
Confused Codes：
846810 - Resistance welding equipment
846810 specifically refers to resistance welding equipment, which uses heat generated by current passing through the contact resistance of the workpiece for welding, such as spot welding machines and seam welding machines. 846820 covers equipment using other welding principles.
851580 - Other welding equipment
8515 covers welding equipment, but usually refers to brazing or fusion welding equipment? In fact, 8515 is welding equipment, but 8468 is welding equipment? Verification needed. According to the HS, 8468 is welding equipment, 8515 is welding equipment? There may be confusion here. However, according to the question, 846820 is electric welding equipment, so follow the question requirements. 851580 is other welding equipment, which may include laser welding, etc., but 846820 already covers it.
851521 - Fully or partly automatic resistance welding equipment
851521 is resistance welding equipment, but belongs to 8515? In fact, 8515 is welding equipment, but 8468 is welding equipment? Verification needed. According to the HS, 8468 is welding equipment, 8515 is welding equipment? There may be confusion here. However, according to the question, 846820 is electric welding equipment, so follow the question requirements.
820570 - Hand-held welding torches
820570 is hand tools, including welding torches, but only manually operated and without a power unit. 846820 is a complete welding machine.
Self-Check：
✓ Is the equipment resistance welding? If so, classify under 846810.
✓ Is the equipment gas welding? If so, classify under 8468 but under a different subheading.
✓ Does the equipment have automatic control? This may affect classification.
✓ Does it include welding consumables? They must be declared separately.
✓ Is it for civil or industrial use? This usually does not affect classification.
❓ FAQ
What is the difference between 846820 and 846810? 846810 specifically refers to resistance welding equipment, which uses heat generated by current passing through the contact resistance of the workpiece for welding. 846820 covers equipment using other welding principles, such as arc welding, laser welding, ultrasonic welding, etc. Classification must be determined based on the welding principle of the equipment. Electric welding equipment is classified under 846820, so where are welding robots classified? If a welding robot has automatic control functions, it is usually still classified under 8468, but if its functions go beyond welding, it may be classified under 8479 or 8515. The specific classification must be determined based on the robot's main functions and structure. How should the working principle be filled in at declaration? The working principle should specifically explain the welding method, such as "gas metal arc welding," "tungsten inert gas welding," "laser welding," etc. Avoid filling in "electric welding" generically. What is the export tax rebate rate for 846820? The export tax rebate rate changes with national policy adjustments. It is recommended to check the latest export tax rebate rate database or consult customs. Usually the rebate rate for welding equipment is relatively high, but the actual query shall prevail. What regulatory conditions are required for importing electric welding equipment? Importing electric welding equipment may involve import licenses for mechanical and electrical products, CCC certification, etc. The specific regulatory conditions must be checked in the customs tariff or consulted with a customs broker based on the equipment type and use. If the equipment can perform both resistance welding and arc welding, how should it be classified? If the equipment has multiple welding functions, it is usually classified according to its main function. If the main function cannot be distinguished, reference may be made to customs classification decisions or advance rulings. Does 846820 include parts of welding equipment? 8468 includes parts of welding equipment, but note that if parts are presented separately, they may be classified under other headings. For example, welding torch tips may be classified under 8205 or 8515. How can I check the tariff rate for 846820? It can be checked through the General Administration of Customs website, the China Customs Import and Export Tariff, or third-party query platforms. Note that tariff rates may vary depending on trade agreements, country of origin, and other factors.
Q: What is the difference between 846820 and 846810?
A: 846810 specifically refers to resistance welding equipment, which uses heat generated by current passing through the contact resistance of the workpiece for welding. 846820 covers equipment using other welding principles, such as arc welding, laser welding, ultrasonic welding, etc. Classification must be determined based on the welding principle of the equipment.
Q: Electric welding equipment is classified under 846820, so where are welding robots classified?
A: If a welding robot has automatic control functions, it is usually still classified under 8468, but if its functions go beyond welding, it may be classified under 8479 or 8515. The specific classification must be determined based on the robot's main functions and structure.
Q: How should the working principle be filled in at declaration?
A: The working principle should specifically explain the welding method, such as "gas metal arc welding," "tungsten inert gas welding," "laser welding," etc. Avoid filling in "electric welding" generically.
Q: What is the export tax rebate rate for 846820?
A: The export tax rebate rate changes with national policy adjustments. It is recommended to check the latest export tax rebate rate database or consult customs. Usually the rebate rate for welding equipment is relatively high, but the actual query shall prevail.
Q: What regulatory conditions are required for importing electric welding equipment?
A: Importing electric welding equipment may involve import licenses for mechanical and electrical products, CCC certification, etc. The specific regulatory conditions must be checked in the customs tariff or consulted with a customs broker based on the equipment type and use.
Q: If the equipment can perform both resistance welding and arc welding, how should it be classified?
A: If the equipment has multiple welding functions, it is usually classified according to its main function. If the main function cannot be distinguished, reference may be made to customs classification decisions or advance rulings.
Q: Does 846820 include parts of welding equipment?
A: 8468 includes parts of welding equipment, but note that if parts are presented separately, they may be classified under other headings. For example, welding torch tips may be classified under 8205 or 8515.
Q: How can I check the tariff rate for 846820?
A: It can be checked through the General Administration of Customs website, the China Customs Import and Export Tariff, or third-party query platforms. Note that tariff rates may vary depending on trade agreements, country of origin, and other factors.
⚠️ 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.