Chapter 85 covers electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof, and sound recording and reproducing apparatus, television image and sound recording and reproducing apparatus and parts and accessories thereof. This chapter includes various equipment for generating, transforming, storing, and using electrical energy, as well as various appliances that operate using electrical energy, such as electric motors, generators, transformers, batteries, electrothermal appliances, electroacoustic equipment, etc. However, this chapter does not include certain specific types of electrical equipment, such as mechanical appliances of Chapter 84 (even if incorporating electrical components), and optical, medical, and other equipment of Chapter 90. Heading 8516 covers electric instantaneous or storage water heaters and immersion heaters; electric space heating apparatus and soil heating apparatus; electro-thermic hairdressing apparatus (such as hair dryers, hair curlers) and hand dryers; electric smoothing irons; other household electro-thermic appliances; and parts of these appliances. This heading mainly targets appliances for household or similar use that generate heat using electrical energy, but does not include industrial electro-thermic equipment (usually classified under 8514) or electric blankets, etc. (classified under 6301). Code 851621 is a six-digit subheading. The first 2 digits "85" represent Chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers, television image and sound recorders and reproducers, and parts and accessories thereof). Digits 3-4 "16" represent heading 8516 (electric instantaneous or storage water heaters and immersion heaters; electric space heating apparatus and soil heating apparatus; electro-thermic hairdressing apparatus and hand dryers; electric smoothing irons; other household electro-thermic appliances; and parts of these appliances). Digits 5-6 "21" represent subheading 8516.21, specifically referring to storage heating radiators. Storage heating radiators are electric space heating apparatus capable of storing heat and releasing it when needed, typically using low-cost nighttime electricity to heat heat-storage materials (such as ceramics, bricks) and releasing heat during the day. This product is a storage heating radiator, which is a type of electric space heating apparatus and has a heat storage function. Therefore, it is classified under 8516.21, rather than other subheadings such as 8516.29 (other space heating apparatus) or 8516.10 (electric water heaters). The storage-type design distinguishes it from instantaneous or ordinary convection heaters, so it must be classified under 8516.21.
Chapter
Chapter 85 covers electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof, and sound recording and reproducing apparatus, television image and sound recording and reproducing apparatus and parts and accessories thereof. This chapter includes various equipment for generating, transforming, storing, and using electrical energy, as well as various appliances that operate using electrical energy, such as electric motors, generators, transformers, batteries, electrothermal appliances, electroacoustic equipment, etc. However, this chapter does not include certain specific types of electrical equipment, such as mechanical appliances of Chapter 84 (even if incorporating electrical components), and optical, medical, and other equipment of Chapter 90.
Heading
Heading 8516 covers electric instantaneous or storage water heaters and immersion heaters; electric space heating apparatus and soil heating apparatus; electro-thermic hairdressing apparatus (such as hair dryers, hair curlers) and hand dryers; electric smoothing irons; other household electro-thermic appliances; and parts of these appliances. This heading mainly targets appliances for household or similar use that generate heat using electrical energy, but does not include industrial electro-thermic equipment (usually classified under 8514) or electric blankets, etc. (classified under 6301).
Digit Breakdown
Code 851621 is a six-digit subheading. The first 2 digits "85" represent Chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers, television image and sound recorders and reproducers, and parts and accessories thereof). Digits 3-4 "16" represent heading 8516 (electric instantaneous or storage water heaters and immersion heaters; electric space heating apparatus and soil heating apparatus; electro-thermic hairdressing apparatus and hand dryers; electric smoothing irons; other household electro-thermic appliances; and parts of these appliances). Digits 5-6 "21" represent subheading 8516.21, specifically referring to storage heating radiators. Storage heating radiators are electric space heating apparatus capable of storing heat and releasing it when needed, typically using low-cost nighttime electricity to heat heat-storage materials (such as ceramics, bricks) and releasing heat during the day.
Classification Basis
This product is a storage heating radiator, which is a type of electric space heating apparatus and has a heat storage function. Therefore, it is classified under 8516.21, rather than other subheadings such as 8516.29 (other space heating apparatus) or 8516.10 (electric water heaters). The storage-type design distinguishes it from instantaneous or ordinary convection heaters, so it must be classified under 8516.21.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product Name: The declared product name should be accurately described as "storage heating radiator" or "storage-type electric heater", avoiding general names such as "electric heater". Use: Describe the usage scenario of the heater, such as "for heating spaces such as homes and offices", and clearly state its space heating purpose. Brand: Fill in the manufacturer or brand name, such as "Brand: XX" or "No brand", and it must be consistent with the actual product. Model: Fill in the specific model, such as "Model: ABC-123", to identify product specifications. Heating Method: Describe the heating principle, such as "resistance heating", "storage type (using heat-storage materials to store heat)", and it must reflect the heat storage characteristics. Power: Fill in the rated power, such as "2000W", and the unit must be clear. Heat Storage Material: If applicable, describe the heat storage medium, such as "ceramic", "firebrick", etc., which helps confirm the storage-type characteristics. Product Name: storage heating radiator; Use: household space heating; Brand: XX; Model: ABC-123; Heating Method: storage type (ceramic heat storage); Power: 2000W; Heat Storage Material: ceramic. Failure to clearly declare "storage type", only declaring as "electric heater", may lead to classification under 8516.29. Use declared as industrial use may be classified under 8514. Power unit mistakenly filled in as kW, resulting in untrue declaration.
Product Name
The declared product name should be accurately described as "storage heating radiator" or "storage-type electric heater", avoiding general names such as "electric heater".
⚠️ Incorrectly declared as "electric heater" or "warmer", failing to reflect "storage type".
Use
Describe the usage scenario of the heater, such as "for heating spaces such as homes and offices", and clearly state its space heating purpose.
⚠️ Incorrectly declared as "industrial use" or "agricultural use", leading to classification errors.
Brand
Fill in the manufacturer or brand name, such as "Brand: XX" or "No brand", and it must be consistent with the actual product.
⚠️ Brand declaration is untrue or inconsistent with the invoice.
Model
Fill in the specific model, such as "Model: ABC-123", to identify product specifications.
⚠️ Model omitted or incorrect.
Heating Method
Describe the heating principle, such as "resistance heating", "storage type (using heat-storage materials to store heat)", and it must reflect the heat storage characteristics.
⚠️ Not indicating storage type, only writing "electric heating".
Power
Fill in the rated power, such as "2000W", and the unit must be clear.
⚠️ Power unit incorrect or not filled in.
Heat Storage Material
If applicable, describe the heat storage medium, such as "ceramic", "firebrick", etc., which helps confirm the storage-type characteristics.
⚠️ Failure to provide heat storage material information may lead to classification disputes.
Failure to clearly declare "storage type", only declaring as "electric heater", may lead to classification under 8516.29.
Use declared as industrial use may be classified under 8514.
Power unit mistakenly filled in as kW, resulting in untrue declaration.
🎯 Classification Logic
Core basis for classification: According to the General Rules for the Interpretation of the HS, a storage heating radiator is an electric space heating apparatus and has a heat storage function. Heading 8516 explicitly includes electric space heating apparatus, and subheading 8516.21 specifically refers to storage heating radiators. Therefore, as long as the product has a heat storage function and is used for space heating, it should be classified under 8516.21. The key determination points are: 1) whether it is an electric space heating apparatus; 2) whether it has a heat storage function (i.e., can store heat and release it with a delay). 851629 Other space heating apparatus: 8516.29 covers other electric space heating apparatus, such as instantaneous, convection, radiant, etc., but does not include storage type. Storage type must be classified under 8516.21. 851610 Electric water heaters: 8516.10 is electric instantaneous or storage water heaters, used for heating water, not for space heating. Storage heating radiators heat air and do not involve water. 851430 Industrial electric furnaces and ovens: 8514.30 is industrial or laboratory electric furnaces, ovens, etc., used for industrial heating. Storage heating radiators are for household or similar use and are classified under 8516. 851679 Other household electro-thermic appliances: 8516.79 covers other household electro-thermic appliances, such as electric blankets, electric shoes, etc. Storage heating radiators are specifically used for space heating and already have a specific subheading 8516.21. Is the product an electric space heating apparatus? Does it have a heat storage function (can store heat and release it with a delay)? Is it used in households or similar places? Does it not involve water heating? Is it not an industrial electric furnace?
Basis
Core basis for classification: According to the General Rules for the Interpretation of the HS, a storage heating radiator is an electric space heating apparatus and has a heat storage function. Heading 8516 explicitly includes electric space heating apparatus, and subheading 8516.21 specifically refers to storage heating radiators. Therefore, as long as the product has a heat storage function and is used for space heating, it should be classified under 8516.21. The key determination points are: 1) whether it is an electric space heating apparatus; 2) whether it has a heat storage function (i.e., can store heat and release it with a delay).
Confused Codes：
851629 - Other space heating apparatus
8516.29 covers other electric space heating apparatus, such as instantaneous, convection, radiant, etc., but does not include storage type. Storage type must be classified under 8516.21.
851610 - Electric water heaters
8516.10 is electric instantaneous or storage water heaters, used for heating water, not for space heating. Storage heating radiators heat air and do not involve water.
851430 - Industrial electric furnaces and ovens
8514.30 is industrial or laboratory electric furnaces, ovens, etc., used for industrial heating. Storage heating radiators are for household or similar use and are classified under 8516.
851679 - Other household electro-thermic appliances
8516.79 covers other household electro-thermic appliances, such as electric blankets, electric shoes, etc. Storage heating radiators are specifically used for space heating and already have a specific subheading 8516.21.
Self-Check：
✓ Is the product an electric space heating apparatus?
✓ Does it have a heat storage function (can store heat and release it with a delay)?
✓ Is it used in households or similar places?
✓ Does it not involve water heating?
✓ Is it not an industrial electric furnace?
❓ FAQ
What is the difference in HS codes between storage heating radiators and ordinary electric heaters? Storage heating radiators are classified under 8516.21, while ordinary electric heaters (instantaneous, convection, etc.) are classified under 8516.29. The difference lies in whether they have a heat storage function, that is, whether they can store heat and release it when needed. How can one determine whether an electric heater is storage type? Storage-type electric heaters usually have built-in heat-storage materials (such as ceramics, firebricks), use low-cost nighttime electricity to heat the heat-storage materials, and release heat during the day. The product manual or technical parameters will clearly indicate "storage type" or "heat storage type". If a storage heating radiator has a humidifying function, will it affect classification? If the humidifying function is an auxiliary function and the main function is still space heating, it is still classified under 8516.21. However, if humidifying becomes the main function, it may be classified under other headings, such as 8479 or 8509. What certifications are required to export storage heating radiators to the EU? Generally, CE certification, RoHS certification, etc. are required. Specifically, it depends on relevant EU directives, such as the Low Voltage Directive (LVD), Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (EMC), etc. It is recommended to consult professional certification agencies. When declaring storage heating radiators to customs, which declaration elements must be provided? Product name, use, brand, model, heating method, power, heat storage material, etc. must be provided. Among them, the heating method must clearly be storage type to distinguish it from other space heating apparatus. Are HS codes for storage heating radiators globally uniform? The first six digits of HS codes are uniform internationally, but countries may adjust the later digits. For example, the US HTS code may be 8516.21.00, and the EU TARIC code may be 8516.21.00.00. Specifically, the target country's customs tariff must be consulted. If a storage heating radiator is for industrial use, will the code change? Yes, industrial storage heating radiators are usually classified under 8514 (industrial or laboratory electric furnaces and ovens), not 8516. 8516 mainly targets household or similar use. How can one inquire about the import duty rate for storage heating radiators? You can check the target country's customs official website or use customs tariff inquiry tools. Duty rates vary due to factors such as country and trade agreements, so the latest tariff should be used as the standard.
Q: What is the difference in HS codes between storage heating radiators and ordinary electric heaters?
A: Storage heating radiators are classified under 8516.21, while ordinary electric heaters (instantaneous, convection, etc.) are classified under 8516.29. The difference lies in whether they have a heat storage function, that is, whether they can store heat and release it when needed.
Q: How can one determine whether an electric heater is storage type?
A: Storage-type electric heaters usually have built-in heat-storage materials (such as ceramics, firebricks), use low-cost nighttime electricity to heat the heat-storage materials, and release heat during the day. The product manual or technical parameters will clearly indicate "storage type" or "heat storage type".
Q: If a storage heating radiator has a humidifying function, will it affect classification?
A: If the humidifying function is an auxiliary function and the main function is still space heating, it is still classified under 8516.21. However, if humidifying becomes the main function, it may be classified under other headings, such as 8479 or 8509.
Q: What certifications are required to export storage heating radiators to the EU?
A: Generally, CE certification, RoHS certification, etc. are required. Specifically, it depends on relevant EU directives, such as the Low Voltage Directive (LVD), Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (EMC), etc. It is recommended to consult professional certification agencies.
Q: When declaring storage heating radiators to customs, which declaration elements must be provided?
A: Product name, use, brand, model, heating method, power, heat storage material, etc. must be provided. Among them, the heating method must clearly be storage type to distinguish it from other space heating apparatus.
Q: Are HS codes for storage heating radiators globally uniform?
A: The first six digits of HS codes are uniform internationally, but countries may adjust the later digits. For example, the US HTS code may be 8516.21.00, and the EU TARIC code may be 8516.21.00.00. Specifically, the target country's customs tariff must be consulted.
Q: If a storage heating radiator is for industrial use, will the code change?
A: Yes, industrial storage heating radiators are usually classified under 8514 (industrial or laboratory electric furnaces and ovens), not 8516. 8516 mainly targets household or similar use.
Q: How can one inquire about the import duty rate for storage heating radiators?
A: You can check the target country's customs official website or use customs tariff inquiry tools. Duty rates vary due to factors such as country and trade agreements, so the latest tariff should be used as the standard.
⚠️ 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.