Chapter 84 covers nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery, mechanical appliances and their parts. It is one of the largest chapters in the HS classification, involving power machinery, processing machinery, handling equipment, office equipment, automatic data processing equipment, etc. Goods in this chapter generally have a mechanical function and rely on mechanical movement to perform specific operations, but exclude electrical equipment (Chapter 85), vehicles (Chapter 87), and precision instruments (Chapter 90). Heading 8476 includes vending machines (such as stamp, cigarette, food, and beverage vending machines) and vending machines with heating or refrigerating devices. Machines under this heading are triggered by coin, token, banknote, magnetic card, or other payment methods and automatically dispense goods. However, machines for dispensing solid or liquid food may be classified under other headings if their heating or refrigerating function is the principal function. Code 847629 is a six-digit subheading: the first 2 digits 84 represent Chapter 84, machinery and mechanical appliances; digits 3-4, 76, represent heading 8476, vending machines; digits 5-6, 29, represent subheading 8476.29, namely 'Other vending machines.' In the HS classification, heading 8476 is further subdivided: 8476.21 covers vending machines with heating or refrigerating devices, and 8476.29 covers other machines (i.e., vending machines without heating or refrigerating devices). Therefore, 847629 specifically refers to food vending machines without heating or refrigerating functions. Food vending machines are classified under 847629 if they do not have heating or refrigerating devices; if they have heating or refrigerating devices, they should be classified under 847621. Codes adjacent to 847629 include 847621 (with heating or refrigerating) and 847689 (parts). Because the principal function of this product is to automatically dispense food and it has no temperature control function, it is classified under 847629.
Chapter
Chapter 84 covers nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery, mechanical appliances and their parts. It is one of the largest chapters in the HS classification, involving power machinery, processing machinery, handling equipment, office equipment, automatic data processing equipment, etc. Goods in this chapter generally have a mechanical function and rely on mechanical movement to perform specific operations, but exclude electrical equipment (Chapter 85), vehicles (Chapter 87), and precision instruments (Chapter 90).
Heading
Heading 8476 includes vending machines (such as stamp, cigarette, food, and beverage vending machines) and vending machines with heating or refrigerating devices. Machines under this heading are triggered by coin, token, banknote, magnetic card, or other payment methods and automatically dispense goods. However, machines for dispensing solid or liquid food may be classified under other headings if their heating or refrigerating function is the principal function.
Digit Breakdown
Code 847629 is a six-digit subheading: the first 2 digits 84 represent Chapter 84, machinery and mechanical appliances; digits 3-4, 76, represent heading 8476, vending machines; digits 5-6, 29, represent subheading 8476.29, namely 'Other vending machines.' In the HS classification, heading 8476 is further subdivided: 8476.21 covers vending machines with heating or refrigerating devices, and 8476.29 covers other machines (i.e., vending machines without heating or refrigerating devices). Therefore, 847629 specifically refers to food vending machines without heating or refrigerating functions.
Classification Basis
Food vending machines are classified under 847629 if they do not have heating or refrigerating devices; if they have heating or refrigerating devices, they should be classified under 847621. Codes adjacent to 847629 include 847621 (with heating or refrigerating) and 847689 (parts). Because the principal function of this product is to automatically dispense food and it has no temperature control function, it is classified under 847629.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product name: The specific name of the declared product, which should accurately reflect the product's attributes, such as 'food vending machine.' Brand: Fill in the product brand; if there is no brand, enter 'no brand.' Model: Fill in the model specified by the manufacturer to distinguish specific specifications. Whether it has a heating or refrigerating device: Clearly answer 'yes' or 'no,' which determines classification under 847621 or 847629. Payment method: State the accepted payment methods, such as coins, banknotes, credit cards, mobile payments, etc. Dimensions: Fill in length, width, and height in centimeters for customs statistics and inspection. Weight: Fill in the weight of the complete machine in kilograms. Product name: food vending machine; Brand: XYZ; Model: FV-200; Whether it has a heating or refrigerating device: No; Payment method: coins, banknotes, credit cards; Dimensions: 190 cm x 100 cm x 80 cm; Weight: 250 kg. Mistakenly classifying a food vending machine with a refrigerating function under 847629 when it should actually be classified under 847621. Failure to declare the payment method, making it impossible for customs to determine whether it is a vending machine. Mistakenly declaring vending machine parts (such as dispensing mechanisms) as complete machines, when they should be classified under 847690.
Product name
The specific name of the declared product, which should accurately reflect the product's attributes, such as 'food vending machine.'
⚠️ Writing only 'vending machine' without specifying the food type, or mistakenly writing 'automatic selling machine.'
Brand
Fill in the product brand; if there is no brand, enter 'no brand.'
⚠️ Mistakenly entering the manufacturer's name as the brand, or omitting the brand, resulting in inaccurate declaration.
Model
Fill in the model specified by the manufacturer to distinguish specific specifications.
⚠️ Incomplete model entry or inconsistency with the actual product.
Whether it has a heating or refrigerating device
Clearly answer 'yes' or 'no,' which determines classification under 847621 or 847629.
⚠️ Failure to accurately determine the temperature control function, resulting in incorrect classification.
Payment method
State the accepted payment methods, such as coins, banknotes, credit cards, mobile payments, etc.
⚠️ Writing generally 'multiple payment methods' without listing the specific methods.
Dimensions
Fill in length, width, and height in centimeters for customs statistics and inspection.
⚠️ Incorrect dimension units or failure to fill them in.
Weight
Fill in the weight of the complete machine in kilograms.
⚠️ Weight inconsistent with volume, or failure to deduct packaging weight.
Example： Product name: food vending machine; Brand: XYZ; Model: FV-200; Whether it has a heating or refrigerating device: No; Payment method: coins, banknotes, credit cards; Dimensions: 190 cm x 100 cm x 80 cm; Weight: 250 kg.
Common Mistakes：
Mistakenly classifying a food vending machine with a refrigerating function under 847629 when it should actually be classified under 847621.
Failure to declare the payment method, making it impossible for customs to determine whether it is a vending machine.
Mistakenly declaring vending machine parts (such as dispensing mechanisms) as complete machines, when they should be classified under 847690.
🎯 Classification Logic
The core basis for classification is the product's function, working principle, and whether it has heating or refrigerating devices. According to HS notes, 8476 includes machines that are triggered by a payment method and automatically dispense goods. If the machine's principal function is heating or refrigerating (such as a hot food vending machine), it may be classified under 8418 or 8419. For food vending machines, if they only have room-temperature storage and dispensing functions, they are classified under 847629; if they have heating or refrigerating devices, they are classified under 847621. 847621 Vending machines with heating or refrigerating devices: 847621 includes heating or refrigerating functions, while 847629 does not. The key to determining this is whether the machine has active temperature control capability. 847689 Parts of vending machines: 847689 is used for parts of vending machines, such as coin acceptors and dispensing mechanisms, while 847629 is for complete machines. 841850 Refrigerated or frozen display cabinets: 841850 is a display cabinet with a refrigerating function, mainly used for display rather than automatic vending, and it has no payment or dispensing function. 847989 Other machines with independent functions: 847989 covers machines not otherwise specified; if a vending machine does not have automatic payment and dispensing functions, it may be classified under this code. Does the product automatically dispense food through a payment method? Does it have a heating or refrigerating device? Is it a complete machine or a part? Is it mainly used for food rather than other goods? Do the payment methods include coins, banknotes, or electronic payment?
Basis
The core basis for classification is the product's function, working principle, and whether it has heating or refrigerating devices. According to HS notes, 8476 includes machines that are triggered by a payment method and automatically dispense goods. If the machine's principal function is heating or refrigerating (such as a hot food vending machine), it may be classified under 8418 or 8419. For food vending machines, if they only have room-temperature storage and dispensing functions, they are classified under 847629; if they have heating or refrigerating devices, they are classified under 847621.
Confused Codes：
847621 - Vending machines with heating or refrigerating devices
847621 includes heating or refrigerating functions, while 847629 does not. The key to determining this is whether the machine has active temperature control capability.
847689 - Parts of vending machines
847689 is used for parts of vending machines, such as coin acceptors and dispensing mechanisms, while 847629 is for complete machines.
841850 - Refrigerated or frozen display cabinets
841850 is a display cabinet with a refrigerating function, mainly used for display rather than automatic vending, and it has no payment or dispensing function.
847989 - Other machines with independent functions
847989 covers machines not otherwise specified; if a vending machine does not have automatic payment and dispensing functions, it may be classified under this code.
Self-Check：
✓ Does the product automatically dispense food through a payment method?
✓ Does it have a heating or refrigerating device?
✓ Is it a complete machine or a part?
✓ Is it mainly used for food rather than other goods?
✓ Do the payment methods include coins, banknotes, or electronic payment?
❓ FAQ
Are food vending machines and beverage vending machines the same in HS codes? Both are classified under 8476, but the subheadings may differ. If a beverage vending machine has a refrigerating device, it is classified under 847621; if it is at room temperature, it is classified under 847629. The same applies to food vending machines, which must be determined based on temperature control function. How can it be determined whether a vending machine has a 'heating or refrigerating device'? A heating or refrigerating device means the machine can actively regulate its internal temperature, such as compressor refrigeration or electric heating wire heating. If temperature is maintained only by insulating materials, it does not qualify. Technical parameters or instructions should be provided at the time of declaration. How should parts of vending machines be declared? If the parts are dedicated to vending machines, they are classified under 847690; if they are general-purpose parts (such as motors and compressors), they are classified under the corresponding parts codes. The use and material should be stated at the time of declaration. For cross-border e-commerce sales of food vending machines, how should tariffs be checked? The tax rate for HS code 847629 can be checked through the General Administration of Customs website or the International Trade Single Window. Note that tax rates may vary by country and trade agreement, so official query tools are recommended. What certifications are required for exporting food vending machines? Generally, safety certifications such as CE (EU) and UL (US), as well as electromagnetic compatibility certification, are required. The specific requirements depend on the destination country, and it is advisable to consult a professional agency in advance. If a vending machine supports both coins and credit cards, how should the payment method be filled in at the time of declaration? All payment methods should be truthfully filled in, such as 'coins, banknotes, credit cards, mobile payments.' Payment method does not affect classification, but it is a declaration element and must be accurately declared. Can used food vending machines be declared under 847629? Yes, but 'used' and the condition rate should be stated. Customs may require certificates of origin, inspection reports, etc. Some countries prohibit the import of used equipment, so this should be confirmed in advance. What is the main difference between 847629 and 847621? 847621 is for vending machines with heating or refrigerating devices, and 847629 is for others (without temperature control). The difference lies in whether the machine has active temperature regulation, which must be clarified at the time of declaration.
Q: Are food vending machines and beverage vending machines the same in HS codes?
A: Both are classified under 8476, but the subheadings may differ. If a beverage vending machine has a refrigerating device, it is classified under 847621; if it is at room temperature, it is classified under 847629. The same applies to food vending machines, which must be determined based on temperature control function.
Q: How can it be determined whether a vending machine has a 'heating or refrigerating device'?
A: A heating or refrigerating device means the machine can actively regulate its internal temperature, such as compressor refrigeration or electric heating wire heating. If temperature is maintained only by insulating materials, it does not qualify. Technical parameters or instructions should be provided at the time of declaration.
Q: How should parts of vending machines be declared?
A: If the parts are dedicated to vending machines, they are classified under 847690; if they are general-purpose parts (such as motors and compressors), they are classified under the corresponding parts codes. The use and material should be stated at the time of declaration.
Q: For cross-border e-commerce sales of food vending machines, how should tariffs be checked?
A: The tax rate for HS code 847629 can be checked through the General Administration of Customs website or the International Trade Single Window. Note that tax rates may vary by country and trade agreement, so official query tools are recommended.
Q: What certifications are required for exporting food vending machines?
A: Generally, safety certifications such as CE (EU) and UL (US), as well as electromagnetic compatibility certification, are required. The specific requirements depend on the destination country, and it is advisable to consult a professional agency in advance.
Q: If a vending machine supports both coins and credit cards, how should the payment method be filled in at the time of declaration?
A: All payment methods should be truthfully filled in, such as 'coins, banknotes, credit cards, mobile payments.' Payment method does not affect classification, but it is a declaration element and must be accurately declared.
Q: Can used food vending machines be declared under 847629?
A: Yes, but 'used' and the condition rate should be stated. Customs may require certificates of origin, inspection reports, etc. Some countries prohibit the import of used equipment, so this should be confirmed in advance.
Q: What is the main difference between 847629 and 847621?
A: 847621 is for vending machines with heating or refrigerating devices, and 847629 is for others (without temperature control). The difference lies in whether the machine has active temperature regulation, which must be clarified at the time of declaration.
⚠️ 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.