Chapter 84 is the chapter in the HS classification system covering nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery, mechanical appliances, and their parts, and is the most concentrated category of electromechanical products. This chapter includes power machinery, agricultural machinery, office machinery, automatic data processing equipment, lifting and handling equipment, bearings, transmissions, etc. Computers and their components, as core modern office and industrial equipment, are mainly classified under this chapter, especially under heading 8471. Heading 8471 covers automatic data processing equipment and its components, including computers, laptops, tablets, servers, storage devices, and input/output components. This heading includes not only complete machines but also separately presented input/output units, such as keyboards, mice, monitors, printers, scanners, etc., but they must meet the characteristics of being connectable for use with automatic data processing equipment. HS code 847160 is a six-digit subheading. The first two digits 84 indicate Chapter 84 (nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery, mechanical appliances, and their parts); digits 3-4, 71, indicate heading 8471 (automatic data processing equipment and its components); digits 5-6, 60, indicate subheading 8471.60, namely computer input/output components. This subheading is further divided into multiple lower-level subheadings, such as 8471.60.10 (keyboards), 8471.60.20 (mice), etc., but at the six-digit level they are collectively referred to as input/output components. This commodity is classified under 847160 because it is an input or output component of a computer and is not combined with other equipment to form a machine with other independent functions. If it is a complete computer, it is classified under 8471.30 or 8471.41, etc.; if it is specialized equipment (such as an industrial printer), it may be classified under 8443. 847160 emphasizes being a general-purpose input/output unit for automatic data processing equipment.

Product name: The specific name of the declared commodity, such as keyboard, mouse, monitor, printer, etc., and it should accurately reflect the nature of the commodity. Brand: Fill in the brand of the commodity, such as Logitech, Dell, HP, etc.; if there is no brand, fill in "no brand". Model: Fill in the commodity model, such as K380, M185, etc., to distinguish different specifications under the same brand. Use: Explain the use of the commodity, such as for computer input/output, office work, etc. Working principle: Briefly describe the working principle of the commodity, such as photoelectric sensing, thermal printing, etc. Whether used connected to a computer: Confirm whether the commodity is dedicated to or mainly used with automatic data processing equipment. Product name: wireless mouse; Brand: Logitech; Model: M185; Use: for input operation on a laptop; Working principle: photoelectric sensing; Whether used connected to a computer: yes. Confusing input/output components with complete computers; complete machines should be classified under 8471.30, etc. Ignoring whether the commodity is dedicated to automatic data processing equipment; if it is general-purpose, it may be classified under other headings. Failure to provide the brand and model, resulting in customs being unable to determine classification.

The core basis for classification is whether the commodity is an input or output component of automatic data processing equipment and whether it is dedicated to or mainly used with such equipment. According to Chapter 84 Note 5, automatic data processing equipment may include separately presented input/output units. If the commodity also has other functions (such as a printer, copier, and scanner all-in-one machine), it must be classified according to its principal function. 847130 Portable automatic data processing equipment: 847130 is a complete computer, while 847160 is a component and cannot independently perform data processing. 844332 Printers: 844332 includes printers connected for use with automatic data processing equipment, but if it is a specialized printer (such as a receipt printer), it may be classified under 8443, while 847160 only includes printers as computer components. 847350 Parts of other office machines: 847350 is parts of office machines, while 847160 is complete input/output components; if it is a part, it is classified under 8473. 851762 Communication equipment: 851762 includes network communication equipment, such as routers and switches, while 847160 is computer input/output components. Is the commodity dedicated to automatic data processing equipment? Does the commodity have input or output functions? Is the commodity separately presented? Is the commodity combined with other equipment? Does the commodity belong to parts rather than components?

Which HS code should keyboards and mice be classified under? Keyboards and mice, as computer input components, are usually classified under HS code 847160. However, note that if a keyboard and mouse are sold as a combination set, they are still classified separately; if they have special functions (such as a keyboard with a display), this may affect classification. Should monitors be classified under 847160 or 8528? If a computer monitor is dedicated to automatic data processing equipment, it is classified under 847160; if it is a general-purpose monitor (capable of receiving television signals), it is classified under 8528. The key is whether it is dedicated to computers. Should printers be classified under 847160 or 8443? A printer connected for use with a computer, if it is an ordinary printer, is classified under 847160; if it is a multifunction all-in-one machine with printing, copying, scanning, etc., it is classified under 8443. Judgment should be based on the principal function. How can I check the import tariff rate for 847160? The latest tariff rate can be checked through the official website of the General Administration of Customs of China or the International Trade Single Window. Tariff rates may change due to trade agreements, country of origin, and other factors, so the latest official publication should prevail. What declaration elements should be noted when declaring 847160? It is necessary to declare the product name, brand, model, use, working principle, whether used connected to a computer, etc. Ensure the declaration elements are complete and accurate to avoid customs clearance delays caused by inaccurate declaration. What is the difference between 847160 and 847330? 847160 refers to complete input/output components, such as keyboards and mice; 847330 refers to parts of automatic data processing equipment, such as keyboard keys, mouse shells, etc. If it is a part, it is classified under 847330. Are wireless mice classified under 847160? Yes, wireless mice, as computer input components, are still classified under 847160. However, note that if their wireless receiver is separately presented, it may be classified under 8517. How should cross-border e-commerce sellers choose the HS code for keyboards and mice? Generally, 847160 is chosen. However, it is necessary to confirm whether the commodity is dedicated to computers; if it is a general-purpose wireless keyboard, other codes may be involved. It is recommended to consult a professional customs broker.