8414.80 - Other, except parts:
Sub-classifications
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8414 8005 00
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8414 8016
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8414 8020
Overview
This HTS category, 8414.80, encompasses "Other" machinery within the broader heading of air or vacuum pumps, compressors, and fans. It serves as a residual classification for mechanical devices that compress or move air or gases, excluding those specifically enumerated in preceding subheadings. This includes a wide array of compressors and fans that do not fit into more precise classifications such as those used in refrigerating equipment (8414.30), air compressors mounted on wheeled chassis (8414.40), or vacuum pumps (8414.10).
The scope of 8414.80 is distinguished by its "other" designation, meaning it captures items that perform the functions of compressing or moving air or gas but are not specifically detailed in other, more granular subheadings under 8414. For instance, while vacuum pumps and compressors for refrigeration have their own dedicated lines, this category would capture industrial air compressors not otherwise specified, specialized gas compressors, or certain types of industrial fans not classified as simple ventilating fans.
Within this classification, further subdivisions exist to refine the classification of these "other" items. Subheadings such as 8414.80.20 are dedicated to "Other compressors," addressing various types of air or gas compressors that do not fall into the more specific categories. The subheading 8414.80.90.00 covers "Other" remaining items within this broader grouping, ensuring that all machinery falling under the general description of air/gas compression or movement, but not specifically itemized elsewhere, can be appropriately classified.