Chapter 84 covers nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery, mechanical appliances and parts thereof, and is one of the largest chapters in the HS classification, involving power machinery, agricultural machinery, office equipment, automatic data processing equipment, lifting and handling machinery, etc. Goods in this chapter generally have characteristics of power drive, mechanical movement, or energy conversion, but exclude electrical equipment (Chapter 85), vehicles (Chapter 87), and optical instruments (Chapter 90). Heading 8479 covers machines and mechanical appliances having individual functions, not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter, including many specialized equipment. Their characteristics are independent functions, non-electrical direct drive (or electricity only as power), and not specifically named in other headings. Passenger boarding bridges, as airport-specific equipment, are classified under this heading because they are not named in any heading preceding 8479. First 2 digits 84 = Chapter 84 (machinery); digits 3-4: 79 = Heading 8479 (other machines having individual functions); digits 5-6: 79 = Subheading 8479.79 (other passenger boarding bridges). The subheading is further subdivided: 8479.10 to 8479.70 are specifically named goods, 8479.79 is other machines not named, among which passenger boarding bridges are explicitly listed. Therefore, 847979 fully represents "other passenger boarding bridges," i.e., passenger boarding bridges not named in 8479.10-8479.70. A passenger boarding bridge is a movable passage at an airport connecting the terminal to an aircraft, having an individual function (passenger boarding), but is not specifically named in headings such as 8428 (lifting and handling) or 8426 (cranes), because its function is closer to a specialized passage rather than simple handling. Therefore, it is classified under 8479 "other machines," and is explicitly listed as "passenger boarding bridges" in subheading 8479.79.

Product Name: The declared product name should accurately be filled in as "passenger boarding bridge" or "passenger boarding bridge," avoiding colloquial terms such as "gangway." Use: Describe the specific use, such as "used for passenger boarding between airport terminal and aircraft," reflecting the airport-specific attribute. Brand: Fill in the manufacturer's brand, such as "CIMC Tianda," "ThyssenKrupp," etc.; if no brand, fill in "none." Model: Fill in the product model, such as "B-2000," which must be consistent with the actual item. Specifications and Dimensions: Provide main dimensions, such as length, width, telescopic range, e.g., "length 30 meters, telescopic range ±5 meters." Drive Method: Describe the power type, such as "electro-hydraulic drive" or "manual"; passenger boarding bridges are usually electric. Brand Type: Fill in the brand type according to customs regulations, such as "overseas brand (OEM production)," "domestic independent brand," etc. Customs declaration form filling example: Product Name: Passenger Boarding Bridge Use: Used for passenger boarding between airport terminal and aircraft Brand: CIMC Tianda Model: B-2000 Specifications and Dimensions: Length 30 meters, telescopic range ±5 meters, width 3 meters Drive Method: Electro-hydraulic drive Brand Type: Domestic independent brand HS Code: 84797900 Incorrectly classifying passenger boarding bridges under 8428 (lifting and handling equipment), ignoring their specialized passage function. Failing to provide use details, causing customs to question whether it is airport-specific. Incorrectly filling in brand type, such as filling a domestic brand as an overseas brand.

Core basis for classification: A passenger boarding bridge is airport-specific equipment used for passenger boarding, having an individual function, but is not specifically named in any heading preceding 8479 (such as 8426 cranes, 8428 lifts). According to HS General Rules of Interpretation 1 and 6, it should be classified under heading 8479, and according to the subheading text "other passenger boarding bridges," under 8479.79. If the passenger boarding bridge is fixedly connected to the terminal and constitutes a building, it may be classified under Chapter 94, but it is usually classified as movable equipment. 842890 Other lifting, handling, loading and unloading machinery: 8428 covers lifting and handling equipment, but the main function of a passenger boarding bridge is a passenger passage rather than handling, and 8479.79 explicitly names passenger boarding bridges, so 8479 is preferred. 847910 Machinery for public works: 8479.10 is for public works machinery; passenger boarding bridges are used for airport passenger services and do not fall within the scope of public works. 847989 Other machines and mechanical appliances: 8479.89 is for machines not named, while 8479.79 specifically names passenger boarding bridges, so the more specific subheading should be used. 880390 Other aircraft parts: Passenger boarding bridges are ground equipment and do not constitute aircraft parts, and aircraft parts are classified under Chapter 88, which differs in function from passenger boarding bridges. 940600 Prefabricated buildings: If a passenger boarding bridge is fixedly connected to the terminal and regarded as a building, it may be classified under 9406, but usually passenger boarding bridges are movable equipment, so they are classified under 8479. Is it clearly for airport passenger boarding use? Does it have an individual function and is not named in other headings? Is it movable or telescopic, rather than a fixed building? Are the brand, model, and specifications consistent with the actual item? Have adjacent codes such as 8428 and 8479.10 been excluded?

Which HS code should be looked up for passenger boarding bridges? Passenger boarding bridges should be classified under HS code 847979, i.e., "other passenger boarding bridges." When searching, first determine Chapter 84, then find heading 8479, and finally select 8479.79 among the subheadings. Note the distinction from 8428 lifting equipment. Are passenger boarding bridge and boarding gangway the same code? Yes, boarding gangway is a colloquial term for passenger boarding bridge, and both are classified under 847979. However, when declaring, it is recommended to use the standard name "passenger boarding bridge" to avoid classification disputes caused by inconsistent names. If the passenger boarding bridge is fixedly installed, will the code change? If the passenger boarding bridge is fixedly connected to the terminal and constitutes a building, it may be classified under Chapter 94 prefabricated buildings (940600). However, passenger boarding bridges are usually designed to be movable or telescopic, and are still classified under 847979. It is recommended to judge based on the actual installation method. What are the declaration elements for passenger boarding bridges? The main declaration elements include: product name, use, brand, model, specifications and dimensions, drive method, and brand type. The use must be clearly stated as airport passenger boarding, and the specifications and dimensions should provide specific values. Do passenger boarding bridge exports require commodity inspection? Passenger boarding bridges are generally not subject to statutory inspection and quarantine, but they must comply with the standards of the exporting and destination countries. For details, consult the Catalogue of Import and Export Commodities Subject to Inspection and Quarantine by Entry-Exit Inspection and Quarantine Institutions issued by the General Administration of Customs. How to check the tariff rate for passenger boarding bridges? Tariff rates are adjusted with policy changes. It is recommended to check the latest rates through the official website of the General Administration of Customs or the China International Trade Single Window. Use HS code 84797900 when searching, and note factors such as origin and trade agreements. Passenger boarding bridges are classified under 8479; how are their parts classified? If the parts of a passenger boarding bridge are specialized parts, they are generally classified under 8479.90 (machine parts); if they are general-purpose parts (such as bolts, motors), they are classified under the corresponding heading according to material or function. Judgment should be based on the specific characteristics of the parts. If purchasing a passenger boarding bridge model from cross-border e-commerce, is the code the same? Passenger boarding bridge models are usually toys or collectibles, classified under Chapter 95 (toys) or Chapter 97 (works of art), rather than 847979. 847979 is for actual passenger boarding bridge equipment in use.