8479 - Machines and mechanical appliances having individual functions, not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter; parts thereof:
Sub-classifications
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8479 4000 00
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8479 6000 00
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8479 90
Overview
HTS Code 8479 encompasses a broad range of machines and mechanical appliances that perform specific functions but are not otherwise classified in Chapter 84. This residual category is crucial for ensuring comprehensive classification of machinery. It includes devices designed for unique operational tasks, from specialized industrial processes to consumer-oriented equipment, as long as their primary function doesn't align with more specific headings within the Harmonized System.
Unlike sibling categories, which often define machinery by industry (e.g., agricultural, textile) or by a core mechanical action (e.g., pumps, compressors), 8479 serves as a catch-all for apparatus with distinct, self-contained functionalities. Its purpose-driven nature means that the classification hinges on the specific task the machine performs. For example, a machine for mixing chemicals for a specific industrial process, if not covered by a more precise heading, would likely fall under 8479.
The subcategories within 8479 further refine this broad heading by grouping machines based on their specific applications. These include machinery for public works, specialized equipment for oil and fat extraction, presses for board manufacturing, rope and cable-making machines, industrial robots, and evaporative air coolers. Additionally, a distinct category is provided for parts of these diverse machines, ensuring that components are also appropriately classified. The existence of these subcategories underscores the intent to provide specific classification for common, distinct machine types before resorting to more general residual descriptions.