Chapter 84 is the core chapter in the HS classification system covering mechanical appliances, machinery and their parts, including power machinery, agricultural machinery, office machinery, automatic data processing equipment, lifting and handling equipment, etc. This chapter emphasizes the mechanical properties and functions of goods, and generally excludes purely electrical or electronic components (classified under Chapter 85). For computer-related products, Chapter 84 mainly covers automatic data processing equipment and their parts, while communication equipment, storage media, etc. may be classified under Chapter 85 or other chapters. Heading 8471 covers automatic data processing equipment and their units, including complete computers, input/output devices, storage units and parts not elsewhere specified. Goods under this heading must have data processing capability or serve as dedicated parts thereof. Subheadings under 8471 include 8471.30 portable computers, 8471.41 computers in system form, etc. Code 847190 is a residual subheading used to classify other automatic data processing equipment parts and accessories not elsewhere specified, and is a common classification choice in computer hardware trade. Code 847190 has 6 digits. The first 2 digits "84" represent Chapter 84, i.e., mechanical appliances, machinery and their parts, clarifying that the goods belong to the mechanical category rather than the electrical category. Digits 3-4 "71" represent heading 8471, i.e., automatic data processing equipment and their units, covering complete computers, storage units, input/output devices, etc. Digits 5-6 "90" represent subheading 847190, i.e., other automatic data processing equipment parts and accessories not elsewhere specified, which is a residual subheading. Therefore, 847190 refers to computer parts and accessories, but it should be noted that its scope is limited by heading 8471 as a whole and must comply with the provisions of chapter notes, section notes and subheading notes. The goods are classified under 847190 because they are dedicated parts or accessories of automatic data processing equipment and are not specifically named under other subheadings of 8471 (such as 8471.30 portable computers, 8471.41 computers in system form, etc.). At the same time, they do not meet the classification conditions of other headings (such as 8473 for parts and accessories, 8504 for power supplies, 8517 for communication equipment), so they are classified under 847190 as "other." If they are general-purpose parts or non-dedicated, they may be classified under other chapters.
Chapter
Chapter 84 is the core chapter in the HS classification system covering mechanical appliances, machinery and their parts, including power machinery, agricultural machinery, office machinery, automatic data processing equipment, lifting and handling equipment, etc. This chapter emphasizes the mechanical properties and functions of goods, and generally excludes purely electrical or electronic components (classified under Chapter 85). For computer-related products, Chapter 84 mainly covers automatic data processing equipment and their parts, while communication equipment, storage media, etc. may be classified under Chapter 85 or other chapters.
Heading
Heading 8471 covers automatic data processing equipment and their units, including complete computers, input/output devices, storage units and parts not elsewhere specified. Goods under this heading must have data processing capability or serve as dedicated parts thereof. Subheadings under 8471 include 8471.30 portable computers, 8471.41 computers in system form, etc. Code 847190 is a residual subheading used to classify other automatic data processing equipment parts and accessories not elsewhere specified, and is a common classification choice in computer hardware trade.
Digit Breakdown
Code 847190 has 6 digits. The first 2 digits "84" represent Chapter 84, i.e., mechanical appliances, machinery and their parts, clarifying that the goods belong to the mechanical category rather than the electrical category. Digits 3-4 "71" represent heading 8471, i.e., automatic data processing equipment and their units, covering complete computers, storage units, input/output devices, etc. Digits 5-6 "90" represent subheading 847190, i.e., other automatic data processing equipment parts and accessories not elsewhere specified, which is a residual subheading. Therefore, 847190 refers to computer parts and accessories, but it should be noted that its scope is limited by heading 8471 as a whole and must comply with the provisions of chapter notes, section notes and subheading notes.
Classification Basis
The goods are classified under 847190 because they are dedicated parts or accessories of automatic data processing equipment and are not specifically named under other subheadings of 8471 (such as 8471.30 portable computers, 8471.41 computers in system form, etc.). At the same time, they do not meet the classification conditions of other headings (such as 8473 for parts and accessories, 8504 for power supplies, 8517 for communication equipment), so they are classified under 847190 as "other." If they are general-purpose parts or non-dedicated, they may be classified under other chapters.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product Name: The standard name of the declared commodity should accurately reflect the product attributes, such as "computer motherboard," "graphics card," "cooling module," etc., avoiding the use of vague terms like "computer accessories." Brand: Fill in the product brand; if there is no brand, indicate "no brand." The brand must be consistent with the actual product to avoid infringement risks. Model: Fill in the specific model or specification of the product, which should be consistent with technical documents to facilitate customs confirmation of classification. Use: Explain the specific use of the product in automatic data processing equipment, such as "used for laptop motherboards," "used for server power supplies," etc. Material: Main material composition, such as "plastic + metal," "ceramic," etc., which affects classification and tariff rates. Whether Dedicated Part: Declare whether the product is a dedicated part of automatic data processing equipment or a general-purpose part. Working Principle: Briefly explain the functional principle of the product, such as "data storage," "signal conversion," etc., to assist in determining classification. Example of customs declaration form completion:
Product Name: Computer Motherboard
Brand: ASUS
Model: PRIME B560M-A
Use: Used for desktop computers, as the core circuit carrier
Material: Printed circuit board (fiberglass + copper)
Whether Dedicated Part: Yes
Working Principle: Connects CPU, memory and other components to achieve data transmission
Suggested Code: 8471900090 (Other automatic data processing equipment parts) Mistakenly classifying general-purpose parts (such as power cords) under 847190, when they may actually be classified under 8544 or 8504. Failure to distinguish dedicated parts from general-purpose parts, leading to classification disputes. Ignoring the definition of "parts" in chapter notes, and mistakenly declaring assemblies as complete machine parts.
Product Name
The standard name of the declared commodity should accurately reflect the product attributes, such as "computer motherboard," "graphics card," "cooling module," etc., avoiding the use of vague terms like "computer accessories."
⚠️ Incorrectly declaring as "computer parts" or "electronic accessories," which is too broad and likely to raise customs questions.
Brand
Fill in the product brand; if there is no brand, indicate "no brand." The brand must be consistent with the actual product to avoid infringement risks.
⚠️ Mistaking an OEM brand for a proprietary brand, or omitting the brand, leading to intellectual property disputes.
Model
Fill in the specific model or specification of the product, which should be consistent with technical documents to facilitate customs confirmation of classification.
⚠️ Incomplete model entry or use of internal codes, resulting in inability to correspond.
Use
Explain the specific use of the product in automatic data processing equipment, such as "used for laptop motherboards," "used for server power supplies," etc.
⚠️ Use description is too general, such as "used for computers," without reflecting specificity.
Material
Main material composition, such as "plastic + metal," "ceramic," etc., which affects classification and tariff rates.
⚠️ Ignoring material declaration, or material description inconsistent with the actual product.
Whether Dedicated Part
Declare whether the product is a dedicated part of automatic data processing equipment or a general-purpose part.
⚠️ Declaring general-purpose parts (such as screws) as dedicated parts, leading to classification errors.
Working Principle
Briefly explain the functional principle of the product, such as "data storage," "signal conversion," etc., to assist in determining classification.
⚠️ Incorrect principle description, such as describing storage as computing.
Example： Example of customs declaration form completion:
Product Name: Computer Motherboard
Brand: ASUS
Model: PRIME B560M-A
Use: Used for desktop computers, as the core circuit carrier
Material: Printed circuit board (fiberglass + copper)
Whether Dedicated Part: Yes
Working Principle: Connects CPU, memory and other components to achieve data transmission
Suggested Code: 8471900090 (Other automatic data processing equipment parts)
Common Mistakes：
Mistakenly classifying general-purpose parts (such as power cords) under 847190, when they may actually be classified under 8544 or 8504.
Failure to distinguish dedicated parts from general-purpose parts, leading to classification disputes.
Ignoring the definition of "parts" in chapter notes, and mistakenly declaring assemblies as complete machine parts.
🎯 Classification Logic
The core criteria for classification are: whether the product is a dedicated part or accessory of automatic data processing equipment (8471) and is not named under other subheadings. It is necessary to combine the Tariff notes, chapter notes and subheading notes to determine whether the product's function is dedicated to 8471 equipment. If the product is a general-purpose part or can be used for other equipment, it may be classified under other headings. In addition, attention should be paid to the priority of subheadings under 8471, such as 8471.30, 8471.41 and other specifically named subheadings taking precedence over 847190. 847330 Parts of 8471 equipment: 847330 specifically refers to parts of equipment listed under 8471, but 847190 is a subheading under 8471, and the two are easily confused. In fact, 847330 is an independent heading for parts, while 847190 is a subheading of 8471 for complete machines or units not elsewhere specified. If the product is a dedicated part of 8471 equipment, it is usually classified under 847330, not 847190. 850440 Static converters: If a computer power supply is an independent converter, it should be classified under 850440, not 847190. 847190 only applies to power supplies that are components of a computer and must be declared together with the complete machine. 851770 Communication equipment parts: If a computer part has communication functions (such as a network card) and is mainly used for communication equipment, it may be classified under 851770. Judgment should be based on the main function. 854290 Electronic component parts: If the product is a general-purpose part of electronic components (such as capacitors, resistors), it should be classified under 8542 or 8541, not 847190. Is the product dedicated to automatic data processing equipment? Is it specifically named under other subheadings of 8471? Is it a general-purpose part or can it be used for other equipment? Does it have data processing capability or serve as an accessory thereof? Does it comply with Chapter 84 notes and heading notes?
Basis
The core criteria for classification are: whether the product is a dedicated part or accessory of automatic data processing equipment (8471) and is not named under other subheadings. It is necessary to combine the Tariff notes, chapter notes and subheading notes to determine whether the product's function is dedicated to 8471 equipment. If the product is a general-purpose part or can be used for other equipment, it may be classified under other headings. In addition, attention should be paid to the priority of subheadings under 8471, such as 8471.30, 8471.41 and other specifically named subheadings taking precedence over 847190.
Confused Codes：
847330 - Parts of 8471 equipment
847330 specifically refers to parts of equipment listed under 8471, but 847190 is a subheading under 8471, and the two are easily confused. In fact, 847330 is an independent heading for parts, while 847190 is a subheading of 8471 for complete machines or units not elsewhere specified. If the product is a dedicated part of 8471 equipment, it is usually classified under 847330, not 847190.
850440 - Static converters
If a computer power supply is an independent converter, it should be classified under 850440, not 847190. 847190 only applies to power supplies that are components of a computer and must be declared together with the complete machine.
851770 - Communication equipment parts
If a computer part has communication functions (such as a network card) and is mainly used for communication equipment, it may be classified under 851770. Judgment should be based on the main function.
854290 - Electronic component parts
If the product is a general-purpose part of electronic components (such as capacitors, resistors), it should be classified under 8542 or 8541, not 847190.
Self-Check：
✓ Is the product dedicated to automatic data processing equipment?
✓ Is it specifically named under other subheadings of 8471?
✓ Is it a general-purpose part or can it be used for other equipment?
✓ Does it have data processing capability or serve as an accessory thereof?
✓ Does it comply with Chapter 84 notes and heading notes?
❓ FAQ
What is the difference between HS code 847190 and 847330? 847190 is a subheading under heading 8471, used for automatic data processing equipment and their units not elsewhere specified; while 847330 is an independent heading specifically for parts of equipment listed under 8471. If the product is a dedicated computer part, it is usually classified under 847330; if it is a complete machine or a unit not elsewhere specified, it may be classified under 847190. The specific determination should be based on product functions and tariff notes. Which code should a computer graphics card be classified under? If a computer graphics card is a discrete graphics card with data processing capability, it is usually classified under 847330 (as a part of 8471 equipment); if it is integrated graphics, it is classified with the motherboard. If the graphics card has independent computing capability, it may be classified under 847190. It is recommended to confirm based on actual functions and customs rulings. How to check the tariff rate for 847190? Tariff rates vary by country, trade agreements and annual adjustments. The latest rates can be obtained through the official website of the General Administration of Customs of China, the International Trade Single Window, or professional tariff query tools. Attention should also be paid to rules of origin and preferential rates under free trade agreements. Is a computer power adapter classified under 847190? If the power adapter is an independent converter, it is usually classified under 850440; if it is declared together with the complete computer and serves as a dedicated part thereof, it may be classified under 847190. However, in most cases, when a power adapter is imported as a separate commodity, it is classified under 850440. What should be noted when declaring goods under 847190? It is necessary to accurately declare the product name, brand, model, use, material and whether it is a dedicated part. Avoid vague declarations and provide technical documents for customs inspection. Also pay attention to intellectual property and safety certification requirements. Should a computer casing be classified under 847190? If the computer casing is a dedicated casing and is not named under other subheadings, it may be classified under 847190; but if it is a general-purpose plastic casing, it may be classified under 3926. The determination should be based on material, specificity and tariff notes. What is the difference between 847190 and 847149? 847149 is a subheading under 8471, used for automatic data processing equipment in system form; 847190 is used for other parts and accessories not elsewhere specified. If the product is a complete system, it is classified under 847149; if it is a part, it is classified under 847190 or 847330. How to choose HS codes for computer parts sold via cross-border e-commerce? It should be selected based on product function, use and material. If it is a dedicated computer part, priority should be given to 847330; if it is an accessory not elsewhere specified, 847190 may be considered. It is recommended to consult a professional customs broker or use customs classification advance ruling services to ensure compliance.
Q: What is the difference between HS code 847190 and 847330?
A: 847190 is a subheading under heading 8471, used for automatic data processing equipment and their units not elsewhere specified; while 847330 is an independent heading specifically for parts of equipment listed under 8471. If the product is a dedicated computer part, it is usually classified under 847330; if it is a complete machine or a unit not elsewhere specified, it may be classified under 847190. The specific determination should be based on product functions and tariff notes.
Q: Which code should a computer graphics card be classified under?
A: If a computer graphics card is a discrete graphics card with data processing capability, it is usually classified under 847330 (as a part of 8471 equipment); if it is integrated graphics, it is classified with the motherboard. If the graphics card has independent computing capability, it may be classified under 847190. It is recommended to confirm based on actual functions and customs rulings.
Q: How to check the tariff rate for 847190?
A: Tariff rates vary by country, trade agreements and annual adjustments. The latest rates can be obtained through the official website of the General Administration of Customs of China, the International Trade Single Window, or professional tariff query tools. Attention should also be paid to rules of origin and preferential rates under free trade agreements.
Q: Is a computer power adapter classified under 847190?
A: If the power adapter is an independent converter, it is usually classified under 850440; if it is declared together with the complete computer and serves as a dedicated part thereof, it may be classified under 847190. However, in most cases, when a power adapter is imported as a separate commodity, it is classified under 850440.
Q: What should be noted when declaring goods under 847190?
A: It is necessary to accurately declare the product name, brand, model, use, material and whether it is a dedicated part. Avoid vague declarations and provide technical documents for customs inspection. Also pay attention to intellectual property and safety certification requirements.
Q: Should a computer casing be classified under 847190?
A: If the computer casing is a dedicated casing and is not named under other subheadings, it may be classified under 847190; but if it is a general-purpose plastic casing, it may be classified under 3926. The determination should be based on material, specificity and tariff notes.
Q: What is the difference between 847190 and 847149?
A: 847149 is a subheading under 8471, used for automatic data processing equipment in system form; 847190 is used for other parts and accessories not elsewhere specified. If the product is a complete system, it is classified under 847149; if it is a part, it is classified under 847190 or 847330.
Q: How to choose HS codes for computer parts sold via cross-border e-commerce?
A: It should be selected based on product function, use and material. If it is a dedicated computer part, priority should be given to 847330; if it is an accessory not elsewhere specified, 847190 may be considered. It is recommended to consult a professional customs broker or use customs classification advance ruling services to ensure compliance.
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