HS Heading 8418 : Refrigerators, freezers and other refrigerating or freezing equipment, electric or other; heat pumps, other than the air conditioning machines of heading 8415; parts thereof
HEADING DEFINITION & DISAMBIGUATION
HS Heading 8418 encompasses refrigerators, freezers and other refrigerating or freezing equipment, electric or other; heat pumps, other than the air conditioning machines of heading 8415; parts thereof. It classifies 10 6-digit WCO subheadings within Chapter 84 under the Harmonized System [USITC HTS 2026].
Subheadings Under Heading 8418
| HS Code | WCO 6-Digit Subheading Description | Chapter | Operational Package |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8418.10 | Combined refrigerator-freezers, fitted with separate external doors or drawers, or combinations thereof | 84 | View 8418.10 Package → |
| 8418.21 | Refrigerators, household type, Compression type | 84 | View 8418.21 Package → |
| 8418.29 | Refrigerators, household type, Other | 84 | View 8418.29 Package → |
| 8418.30 | Freezers of the chest type, not exceeding |
84 | View 8418.30 Package → |
| 8418.40 | Freezers of the upright type, not exceeding |
84 | View 8418.40 Package → |
| 8418.50 | Other furniture (chests, cabinets, display counters, show-cases and the like) for storage and display, incorporating refrigerating or freezing equipment | 84 | View 8418.50 Package → |
| 8418.61 | Other refrigerating or freezing equipment; heat pumps, Heat pumps other than air conditioning machines of heading 8415 | 84 | View 8418.61 Package → |
| 8418.69 | Other refrigerating or freezing equipment; heat pumps, Other | 84 | View 8418.69 Package → |
| 8418.91 | Parts, Furniture designed to receive refrigerating or freezing equipment | 84 | View 8418.91 Package → |
| 8418.99 | Parts, Other | 84 | View 8418.99 Package → |
DISAMBIGUATION & CLASSIFICATION GUIDE
How to Select the Correct Subheading Under Heading 8418
Commercial shipments must be declared under the exact 6-digit WCO subheading that matches physical, chemical, or processing characteristics. Review the subheading descriptions above and verify against binding CBP CROSS rulings prior to entry filing.
Official Primary Sources & Authority References
USITC HTS Heading 8418 ↗
United States International Trade Commission official Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
CBP CROSS Rulings ↗
CBP e-Rulings database for Heading 8418 precedent rulings.
WCO Nomenclature ↗
World Customs Organization Harmonized System 2022 nomenclature standard.
U.S. Census Foreign Trade ↗
U.S. Census Bureau HTS-to-NAICS concordance and Schedule B export database.
Heading 8418 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What commercial articles are grouped under HS Heading 8418?
HS Heading 8418 covers Refrigerators, freezers and other refrigerating or freezing equipment, electric or other; heat pumps, other than the air conditioning machines of heading 8415; parts thereof, grouping 10 6-digit WCO subheadings.
How are 6-digit subheadings structured under Heading 8418?
Subheadings under Heading 8418 range from 8418.11 to 8418.90, classifying goods by processing state, origin, or material composition.
What is the representative US import duty rate for Heading 8418?
US MFN general duty rates for Heading 8418 commodities range from Duty-Free up to representative ad valorem percentages under the 2026 US HTS.
Are Section 301 tariffs applicable to goods under Heading 8418?
Section 301 additional tariffs depend on the specific 8-digit or 10-digit US HTS code and country of origin (e.g. China Lists 1–4A).
What PGA message set flags apply to Heading 8418?
Partner Government Agency flags (FDA, USDA APHIS, EPA) apply depending on the specific commodity sub-classification.
How do I distinguish between subheadings under Heading 8418?
Review WCO subheading terms and candidate descriptions. For example, unroasted vs. roasted or decaffeinated vs. non-decaffeinated.
Can goods under Heading 8418 enter duty-free under USMCA?
Yes. Goods originating in USMCA territories (US, Mexico, Canada) enter duty-free under SPI code P with a valid Certificate of Origin.
What is the Section 321 de minimis limit for Heading 8418?
Eligible import shipments valued at $800 USD or less imported by one person on one day enter duty-free under 19 U.S.C. 1321.
What documents are required for formal customs entry of Heading 8418?
Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading, and CBP Form 7501 are mandatory for entries exceeding $2,500 USD.
How can an importer get a binding CBP classification ruling for Heading 8418?
Importers may apply for a binding ruling via CBP National Commodity Specialist Division under 19 CFR Part 177.