HS Code 8479.90 : Parts
MODULE 2: EXTRACTABLE ANSWER (AEO / SPEAKABLE)
EN (Official WCO)
FR (Pending)
ES (Pending)
The 6-digit Harmonized System (HS) code for parts is 8479.90. Under the 2026 European Union (TARIC), the representative MFN general duty rate is 0.00 % [EU TARIC 2026].
MODULE 3: SIGNATURE A: HS DECODE VISUAL HIERARCHY
Chapter 84
Machines and mechanical appliances having individual functions, not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter; parts thereof
Heading 8479
Machines and mechanical appliances having individual functions, not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter; parts thereof
Subheading .90
.90
Parts
MODULE 4: SIGNATURE B: TARIFF MATRIX
Import Duty Rates by Destination
European Union (EU TARIC / CN 2026)
8479900000
MODULE 5: EU IMPORT DUTY & VAT BREAKDOWN
EU Customs De Minimis
€150.00
Duty-free threshold
Official EU Classification Rulings: Search European Binding Tariff Information [EBTI Database ↗]
Notice: EU customs duties are uniform across all 27 Member States under the EU Customs Union. Import VAT is assessed locally by destination customs authorities.
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MODULE 6: Mandatory Customs Entry Document Matrix
Rule-Derived Customs Entry Package Checklist
UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT
Commercial Invoice
Itemized description, currency, Incoterms, seller/buyer details, and country of origin.
UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT
Packing List & Bill of Lading
Gross/net weight, container/seal numbers, piece count, and transport B/L or Air Waybill.
PREFERENTIAL RULE
Certificate of Origin (If Claiming FTA)
Required only when claiming zero-duty preference under USMCA, KORUS, or GSP.
MODULE 7: Regulatory Compliance & Partner Government Agency (PGA) Flags
Standard Entry
This commodity does not carry mandatory PGA pre-clearance flags under the ACE message set.
MODULE 8: EU Trade Defence Measures & Carbon Adjustment (CBAM)
EU Anti-Dumping Defence
Standard TARIC Duties
EU Steel Safeguards
Exempt (Non-Steel Commodity)
EU CBAM Carbon Alert
Not in Scope
MODULE 9: Free Trade Agreements (FTA) & Rules of Origin (RoO)
| Agreement Code | Trade Agreement / Program | Preferential Rate | Rules of Origin (RoO) Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|
| TCA | EU-UK Trade and Cooperation Agreement | Free | Statement on Origin by registered exporter. |
| CETA | EU-Canada Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement | Free | CETA Origin Declaration on commercial invoice. |
| EPA | EU-Japan Economic Partnership Agreement | Free | Statement on Origin or importer knowledge under EU-Japan EPA. |
MODULE 10: Logistics, Freight & Transport Specifications
Standard 20ft Container
~28 CBM / 28,000 kg Payload
Standard 40ft High-Cube
~68 CBM / 28,600 kg Payload
Stowage Factor & Handling
Standard commercial packaging for Parts
MODULE 11: European Binding Tariff Information (EBTI)
Legally binding tariff classification decisions valid across all 27 EU Member States for HS 8479.90.
Query the official European Commission EBTI classification rulings database:
Search EU Commission EBTI Database for 8479.90 →EU TARIC Declarable Commodity Lines (8479.90)
| HTS Code | Description | General Rate | Special (FTA) Rate | Column 2 Rate | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8479.90 | Parts | Free | Free | Rate on request | — |
| 8479.90.41.00 | Parts, Of articles of subheading 8479.89.10 or 8479.89.70 | Free | Free | 35% | No. |
| 8479.90.45.00 | Parts, Of trash compactors, Frame assemblies incorporating more than one of the following: baseplate; side frames; power screws; front plates | Free | Free | 35% | No. |
| 8479.90.55.00 | Parts, Of trash compactors, Ram assemblies incorporating a ram wrapper and/or ram cover | Free | Free | 35% | No. |
| 8479.90.65.00 | Parts, Of trash compactors, Container assemblies incorporating more than one of the following: container bottom; container wrapper; slide track; container front | Free | Free | 35% | No. |
| 8479.90.75.00 | Parts, Of trash compactors, Cabinets or cases | Free | Free | 35% | No. |
| 8479.90.85.00 | Parts, Of trash compactors, Other | Free | Free | 35% | No. |
| 8479.90.95 | Parts, Other | Free | Free | 35% | — |
| 8479.90.95.10 | Parts, Other, Of machines for preparing biological samples for the subsequent diagnosis, testing, or analysis, as described in statistical note 7 to this chapter | Free | Free | Rate on request | No. |
| 8479.90.95.30 | Parts, Other, Of industrial robots | Free | Free | Rate on request | No. |
| 8479.90.95.50 | Parts, Other, Other, Of machinery for public works, building or the like | Free | Free | Rate on request | No. |
| 8479.90.95.60 | Parts, Other, Other, Of presses for the manufacture of particle board or fiber building board of wood or other ligneous materials and other machinery for treating wood or cork | Free | Free | Rate on request | No. |
| 8479.90.95.65 | Parts, Other, Other, Of machines or mechanical appliances for treating metal | Free | Free | Rate on request | No. |
| 8479.90.95.91 | Parts, Other, Other, Other | Free | Free | Rate on request | No. |
MODULE 12: Candidate Subheadings & Related Codes
| Related HS Code | Heading Category | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 8479.10 | Subheading under Heading 8479 | Compare Subheading 8479.10 → |
| 8479.20 | Subheading under Heading 8479 | Compare Subheading 8479.20 → |
| 8479.30 | Subheading under Heading 8479 | Compare Subheading 8479.30 → |
| 8479.40 | Subheading under Heading 8479 | Compare Subheading 8479.40 → |
| 8479.50 | Subheading under Heading 8479 | Compare Subheading 8479.50 → |
| 8479.60 | Subheading under Heading 8479 | Compare Subheading 8479.60 → |
| 8479.71 | Subheading under Heading 8479 | Compare Subheading 8479.71 → |
| 8479.79 | Subheading under Heading 8479 | Compare Subheading 8479.79 → |
Official Primary Sources & Authority References
European Commission TARIC Database (CN 2026) ↗
Official EU Common Customs Tariff and Member State measures.
EU Taxation and Customs Union ↗
European Commission customs union and VAT rules.
MODULE 14: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) & Operational Guide
What is the 6-digit WCO tariff classification and European Union (TARIC) general duty for Parts?
Under WCO Harmonized System 2022 and European Union (TARIC), Parts is classified under HS 8479.90 (Heading 8479, Chapter 84). The representative EU MFN general duty rate is 0.00 %.
How is HS 8479.90 distinguished within Heading 8479 (Machines and mechanical appliances having individual functions, not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter; parts thereof)?
Heading 8479 covers Machines and mechanical appliances having individual functions, not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter; parts thereof. Subheading 8479.90 specifically isolates Parts. Importers must verify whether physical characteristics, processing state, or composition require alternative subheadings under Heading 8479.
What are the primary candidate subheadings related to HS 8479.90?
Related subheadings under Heading 8479 include 8479.10, 8479.20, 8479.30, 8479.40, 8479.50, 8479.60, 8479.71, 8479.79. Classification depends on processing stage, decaffeination, purity, or material form.
What mandatory commercial entry documents are required to import Parts into the European Union?
Importers require an EU Single Administrative Document (SAD / Import Declaration), active EU EORI number, Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading, and phytosanitary or conformity certificates where applicable.
Can goods under HS 8479.90 enter duty-free under EU Free Trade Agreements?
Yes. Eligible goods originating in EU FTA partner territories (e.g. UK TCA, CETA, Japan EPA, South Korea FTA) enter duty-free under EUR.1 movement certificates or registered exporter (REX) statements.
What is the EU customs duty de minimis threshold for shipments of Parts?
Commercial consignments valued up to €150 imported into the European Union enter customs duty-free under EU Common Customs Tariff rules.
How can an importer obtain a European Binding Tariff Information (EBTI) ruling for HS 8479.90?
Importers may apply to any EU Member State customs authority for an EBTI ruling under Regulation (EU) No 952/2013. An EBTI ruling is legally binding across all 27 EU Member States for 3 years.
How is Import VAT assessed on HS 8479.90 across EU Member States?
Import VAT is assessed by the destination EU Member State (ranging from 17% in Luxembourg to 27% in Hungary, ~19% average) on total landed CIF value + CCT duty.
What is the EU EORI registration requirement for commercial imports under HS 8479.90?
All economic operators importing into the EU must hold a valid Economic Operators Registration and Identification (EORI) number issued by an EU Member State customs authority.
How does the EU Import One-Stop Shop (IOSS) e-commerce VAT scheme work?
The EU IOSS allows online sellers to collect import VAT at the point of sale for B2C consignments valued up to €150 imported into any EU Member State.
What EU Trade Defence measures (Anti-Dumping & Countervailing duties) apply?
Importers must check the TARIC database for active EU trade defence measures, anti-dumping duties, or tariff-rate quotas (TRQs) affecting specific countries of origin.
What REACH & CE Marking product safety compliance rules apply to HS 8479.90 in the EU?
Articles imported into the EU must satisfy EU Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 (REACH chemical restrictions) and display CE marking declarations of conformity where required.
Are there entry processing fees or harbor taxes in the European Union?
No. The European Union does not charge additional entry processing fees or harbor taxes beyond standard Common Customs Tariff duties and destination Member State import VAT.