Chapter 85 covers electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers, television image and sound recorders and reproducers. This chapter includes equipment for generating, converting, storing, and using electrical energy, as well as various devices that use electrical energy for heating, lighting, communication, audio-visual processing, etc. However, this chapter does not include electric blankets, electric clothing, and other textile products classified by material, nor does it include electric vehicles and other products classified as transport vehicles. Heading 8516 covers electric instantaneous or storage water heaters and immersion heaters; electric space heating apparatus and soil heating apparatus; electro-thermic hairdressing apparatus (for example, hair dryers, hair curlers) and hand dryers; electric irons; other household electro-thermic appliances; and electric heating resistors. The core of this heading is the 'electro-thermic' function, operating by passing electric current through a resistor to generate heat. Code 851633 is a 6-digit subheading. The first 2 digits '85' represent Chapter 85: electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof. The 3rd-4th digits '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 irons; other household electro-thermic appliances; electric heating resistors. The 5th-6th digits '33' represent subheading 8516.33: other hair dryers. This subheading specifically refers to electro-thermic hair dryers used for hair drying and styling, but does not include industrial hair dryers or non-electro-thermic hair dryers. This product is an electro-thermic hair dryer, which uses electric heating elements to heat air and blows it out with a fan, used for hair drying or styling. Its core function is electro-thermic hairdressing apparatus, which conforms to the description of heading 8516. It is not classified under 8414 (air pumps/fans) because it is essentially an electro-thermic appliance; it is not classified under 8516.31 (hair dryers) because 8516.31 is 'hair dryers' but usually refers to handheld ones, while 8516.33 is 'other hair dryers', covering non-handheld or otherwise unnamed electro-thermic hair dryers.
Chapter
Chapter 85 covers electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers, television image and sound recorders and reproducers. This chapter includes equipment for generating, converting, storing, and using electrical energy, as well as various devices that use electrical energy for heating, lighting, communication, audio-visual processing, etc. However, this chapter does not include electric blankets, electric clothing, and other textile products classified by material, nor does it include electric vehicles and other products classified as transport vehicles.
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 (for example, hair dryers, hair curlers) and hand dryers; electric irons; other household electro-thermic appliances; and electric heating resistors. The core of this heading is the 'electro-thermic' function, operating by passing electric current through a resistor to generate heat.
Digit Breakdown
Code 851633 is a 6-digit subheading. The first 2 digits '85' represent Chapter 85: electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof. The 3rd-4th digits '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 irons; other household electro-thermic appliances; electric heating resistors. The 5th-6th digits '33' represent subheading 8516.33: other hair dryers. This subheading specifically refers to electro-thermic hair dryers used for hair drying and styling, but does not include industrial hair dryers or non-electro-thermic hair dryers.
Classification Basis
This product is an electro-thermic hair dryer, which uses electric heating elements to heat air and blows it out with a fan, used for hair drying or styling. Its core function is electro-thermic hairdressing apparatus, which conforms to the description of heading 8516. It is not classified under 8414 (air pumps/fans) because it is essentially an electro-thermic appliance; it is not classified under 8516.31 (hair dryers) because 8516.31 is 'hair dryers' but usually refers to handheld ones, while 8516.33 is 'other hair dryers', covering non-handheld or otherwise unnamed electro-thermic hair dryers.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product Name: The specific name of the declared commodity, which should accurately reflect the product attributes, such as 'electro-thermic hair dryer' or 'hair dryer' Use: Explain the main use of the commodity, such as 'for hair drying and styling' Brand: Fill in the product brand; if no brand, fill in 'no brand' Model: Fill in the product model to facilitate identification of specific specifications Power: Fill in the rated power of the electro-thermic hair dryer, in watts (W) Handheld or not: Indicate whether it is handheld, which affects subheading classification Heating element type: Describe the heating element material, such as nickel-chromium wire, PTC, etc. Product Name: Electro-thermic hair dryer; Use: For hair drying and styling; Brand: Philips; Model: BHD300; Power: 1600W; Handheld or not: Yes; Heating element type: Nickel-chromium wire. Failure to distinguish handheld from non-handheld: 8516.31 is handheld hair dryers, 8516.33 is other hair dryers; misdeclaration may lead to classification errors. Mistakenly classifying industrial heat guns under this code; industrial heat guns are usually classified under 8516.80 or other codes, and must be distinguished based on use and design. Ignoring the heating element type; if it is a PTC element, it may involve other subheadings and must be accurately declared.
Product Name
The specific name of the declared commodity, which should accurately reflect the product attributes, such as 'electro-thermic hair dryer' or 'hair dryer'
⚠️ Writing only 'hair dryer' without indicating electro-thermic, or mistakenly writing 'industrial hair dryer'
Use
Explain the main use of the commodity, such as 'for hair drying and styling'
⚠️ Filling in 'blowing air' is too general and does not specify hairdressing use
Brand
Fill in the product brand; if no brand, fill in 'no brand'
⚠️ Confusing brand with model, or omitting the brand
Model
Fill in the product model to facilitate identification of specific specifications
⚠️ Incomplete model or inconsistent with the actual product
Power
Fill in the rated power of the electro-thermic hair dryer, in watts (W)
⚠️ Omitting power or incorrect unit
Handheld or not
Indicate whether it is handheld, which affects subheading classification
⚠️ Failure to distinguish handheld from non-handheld, leading to classification errors
Heating element type
Describe the heating element material, such as nickel-chromium wire, PTC, etc.
⚠️ Inaccurate or omitted
Example： Product Name: Electro-thermic hair dryer; Use: For hair drying and styling; Brand: Philips; Model: BHD300; Power: 1600W; Handheld or not: Yes; Heating element type: Nickel-chromium wire.
Common Mistakes：
Failure to distinguish handheld from non-handheld: 8516.31 is handheld hair dryers, 8516.33 is other hair dryers; misdeclaration may lead to classification errors.
Mistakenly classifying industrial heat guns under this code; industrial heat guns are usually classified under 8516.80 or other codes, and must be distinguished based on use and design.
Ignoring the heating element type; if it is a PTC element, it may involve other subheadings and must be accurately declared.
🎯 Classification Logic
The core basis for classification is the electro-thermic function and use of the commodity. According to the Explanatory Notes to the Harmonized System, subheading 8516.33 covers 'other hair dryers', i.e., electro-thermic hair dryers not listed under 8516.31 (handheld hair dryers), including non-handheld, wall-mounted, or industrial electro-thermic hair dryers used for hair treatment. When classifying, it is necessary to confirm whether the commodity uses electric heating elements to heat air and is mainly used for hair drying or styling. If it is an industrial heat gun, it may be classified under 8516.80 or other headings. 851631 Handheld hair dryers: 8516.31 specifically refers to handheld hair dryers, while 8516.33 covers other electro-thermic hair dryers, such as non-handheld, wall-mounted, etc. The key distinction is whether it is handheld. 851680 Other electro-thermic appliances: 8516.80 is for other electro-thermic appliances not elsewhere specified. If an electro-thermic hair dryer does not meet the description of 8516.33, such as an industrial heat gun, it may be classified under this code. 841451 Table fans, floor fans, etc.: 8414 covers air pumps or fans and does not include electric heating elements. Electro-thermic hair dryers, having an electro-thermic function, should be classified under 8516. 851632 Other electro-thermic hairdressing apparatus: 8516.32 covers electric hair curlers, electric combs, etc., while 8516.33 specifically refers to electro-thermic hair dryers, with different functions. Does the commodity use electric heating elements to heat air? Is the commodity used for hair drying or styling? Is it handheld? If yes, it should be classified under 8516.31. Does it have other functions, such as industrial hot air? Has it been excluded from other chapters by material or use?
Basis
The core basis for classification is the electro-thermic function and use of the commodity. According to the Explanatory Notes to the Harmonized System, subheading 8516.33 covers 'other hair dryers', i.e., electro-thermic hair dryers not listed under 8516.31 (handheld hair dryers), including non-handheld, wall-mounted, or industrial electro-thermic hair dryers used for hair treatment. When classifying, it is necessary to confirm whether the commodity uses electric heating elements to heat air and is mainly used for hair drying or styling. If it is an industrial heat gun, it may be classified under 8516.80 or other headings.
Confused Codes：
851631 - Handheld hair dryers
8516.31 specifically refers to handheld hair dryers, while 8516.33 covers other electro-thermic hair dryers, such as non-handheld, wall-mounted, etc. The key distinction is whether it is handheld.
851680 - Other electro-thermic appliances
8516.80 is for other electro-thermic appliances not elsewhere specified. If an electro-thermic hair dryer does not meet the description of 8516.33, such as an industrial heat gun, it may be classified under this code.
841451 - Table fans, floor fans, etc.
8414 covers air pumps or fans and does not include electric heating elements. Electro-thermic hair dryers, having an electro-thermic function, should be classified under 8516.
851632 - Other electro-thermic hairdressing apparatus
8516.32 covers electric hair curlers, electric combs, etc., while 8516.33 specifically refers to electro-thermic hair dryers, with different functions.
Self-Check：
✓ Does the commodity use electric heating elements to heat air?
✓ Is the commodity used for hair drying or styling?
✓ Is it handheld? If yes, it should be classified under 8516.31.
✓ Does it have other functions, such as industrial hot air?
✓ Has it been excluded from other chapters by material or use?
❓ FAQ
How to inquire about the import tariff rate for 851633? You can check the official website of the General Administration of Customs, China International Trade Single Window, or third-party query platforms. Enter HS code 851633, select the corresponding country/region and origin, and you can view the MFN rate, general rate, VAT rate, etc. Note that rates may be adjusted with policy changes; it is recommended to refer to the latest published rates. What is the difference in classification between electro-thermic hair dryers and hair dryers? Hair dryers usually refer to handheld electro-thermic hair dryers, classified under 8516.31; while 8516.33 is 'other hair dryers', covering non-handheld, fixed, etc. If handheld, it should be classified under 8516.31; otherwise under 8516.33. What are the consequences of incorrectly filling in power during declaration? Power is one of the declaration elements. Errors may cause customs to question the classification or value of the goods, affecting customs clearance efficiency, and may even lead to administrative penalties. It is recommended to declare truthfully and keep product technical documents for reference. Can industrial heat guns be classified under 851633? No. 8516.33 specifically refers to electro-thermic hair dryers used for hair drying or styling. Industrial heat guns are usually used for heating, welding, etc., and should be classified under 8516.80 or other corresponding codes. What is the export tax rebate rate for electro-thermic hair dryers? The export tax rebate rate depends on the commodity code and the latest policy. You can check the export tax rebate rate library published by the State Administration of Taxation, or consult the local tax authority. Generally, the rebate rate for mechanical and electrical products is relatively high, but the official rate shall prevail. How to choose the HS code for cross-border e-commerce sales of electro-thermic hair dryers? Choose 8516.31 or 8516.33 based on whether the product is handheld. Also consider the customs requirements of the destination country, such as US HTS, EU TARIC, etc., to ensure code consistency. It is recommended to consult a professional customs broker. What is the difference between 851633 and 851632? 8516.32 is other electro-thermic hairdressing apparatus, such as electric hair curlers, electric combs; 8516.33 is electro-thermic hair dryers. They have different functions: hair dryers are for drying, curlers for styling. Are brand and model required to be filled in during declaration? Yes, brand and model are important declaration elements that help customs identify the goods and assess value. If no brand, fill in 'no brand'; the model must be consistent with the actual product. Omission may cause customs clearance delays.
Q: How to inquire about the import tariff rate for 851633?
A: You can check the official website of the General Administration of Customs, China International Trade Single Window, or third-party query platforms. Enter HS code 851633, select the corresponding country/region and origin, and you can view the MFN rate, general rate, VAT rate, etc. Note that rates may be adjusted with policy changes; it is recommended to refer to the latest published rates.
Q: What is the difference in classification between electro-thermic hair dryers and hair dryers?
A: Hair dryers usually refer to handheld electro-thermic hair dryers, classified under 8516.31; while 8516.33 is 'other hair dryers', covering non-handheld, fixed, etc. If handheld, it should be classified under 8516.31; otherwise under 8516.33.
Q: What are the consequences of incorrectly filling in power during declaration?
A: Power is one of the declaration elements. Errors may cause customs to question the classification or value of the goods, affecting customs clearance efficiency, and may even lead to administrative penalties. It is recommended to declare truthfully and keep product technical documents for reference.
Q: Can industrial heat guns be classified under 851633?
A: No. 8516.33 specifically refers to electro-thermic hair dryers used for hair drying or styling. Industrial heat guns are usually used for heating, welding, etc., and should be classified under 8516.80 or other corresponding codes.
Q: What is the export tax rebate rate for electro-thermic hair dryers?
A: The export tax rebate rate depends on the commodity code and the latest policy. You can check the export tax rebate rate library published by the State Administration of Taxation, or consult the local tax authority. Generally, the rebate rate for mechanical and electrical products is relatively high, but the official rate shall prevail.
Q: How to choose the HS code for cross-border e-commerce sales of electro-thermic hair dryers?
A: Choose 8516.31 or 8516.33 based on whether the product is handheld. Also consider the customs requirements of the destination country, such as US HTS, EU TARIC, etc., to ensure code consistency. It is recommended to consult a professional customs broker.
Q: What is the difference between 851633 and 851632?
A: 8516.32 is other electro-thermic hairdressing apparatus, such as electric hair curlers, electric combs; 8516.33 is electro-thermic hair dryers. They have different functions: hair dryers are for drying, curlers for styling.
Q: Are brand and model required to be filled in during declaration?
A: Yes, brand and model are important declaration elements that help customs identify the goods and assess value. If no brand, fill in 'no brand'; the model must be consistent with the actual product. Omission may cause customs clearance delays.
⚠️ 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.