84158300
NUCLEAR REACTORS, BOILERS, MACHINERY AND MECHANICAL APPLIANCES; PARTS THEREOF›Air-conditioning machines, comprising a motor-driven fan and elements for changing the temperature and humidity, including those machines in which the humidity cannot be separately regulated
Not incorporating a refrigerating unit
Definition and scope of subheading 8415 83
Subheading 8415 83 covers air conditioning machines not incorporating a refrigerating unit, i.e. air treatment devices operating without a compressor cooling cycle. This includes supply and exhaust air handling units with heat exchangers (heat recovery ventilators), fan-coil units supplied with chilled water from an external source, evaporative coolers (water-based air coolers), humidifying and dehumidifying devices with fan, and air treatment systems without their own cooling source. The key criterion is the absence of a built-in compressor refrigeration circuit. Units with a built-in compressor are classified under 8415 81 or 8415 82. Classification follows GRI Rules.
Import requirements for AC without cooling (8415 83)
Importing air conditioners under subheading 8415 83 requires compliance with the Union Customs Code. Air handling units and fan-coils are subject to the Machinery Regulation (EU) 2023/1230 with CE marking. Electrical equipment must comply with LVD and EMC. Air handling units with heat recovery are subject to ecodesign Regulation (EU) No 1253/2014 on minimum heat recovery efficiency and energy efficiency. Evaporative coolers may be subject to water sanitary standards. Import documents include the commercial invoice, transport document, CE declaration, energy efficiency data sheet and technical specification. MFN duty rates should be verified in TARIC.
Customs duties and trade measures for subheading 8415 83
MFN duty rates should be verified in TARIC. Preferential rates may be available under EU FTAs. Air handling units and heat recovery ventilators are a growing market segment driven by building energy efficiency regulations (EPBD Directive). Imports from China are significant. Check TARIC for anti-dumping measures. Imports from Russia and Belarus are subject to sanctions. Import VAT applies. Heat recovery units may qualify for building energy efficiency support programmes. All rates and measures should be verified in TARIC.
AC without cooling unit - EU energy labels and F-gas rules
CN code 8415 83 covers AC without cooling unit. Import into the EU is subject to TARIC duty rates and requires compliance with the F-gas Regulation (EU 517/2014), Ecodesign Directive, energy labelling requirements and Low Voltage Directive LVD. Air conditioners must carry EU energy labels and CE declaration of conformity. Customs clearance requires full technical documentation.
Frequently asked questions
What does subheading 8415 83 cover?
Subheading 8415 83 covers air conditioners without a built-in compressor refrigeration circuit: air handling units with heat recovery, fan-coils supplied with external chilled water, evaporative coolers, humidifiers/dehumidifiers with fan, and air treatment systems without own cooling. Units with cooling under 8415 81-82. Duty rates in TARIC.
What ecodesign requirements apply to air handling units (8415 83)?
Air handling units with heat recovery are subject to ecodesign Regulation (EU) No 1253/2014 establishing minimum heat recovery efficiency and energy efficiency requirements. Units must meet minimum thermal efficiency and fan efficiency indices. Non-compliance prevents EU market sale. Duty rates in TARIC.
How to distinguish 8415 83 from 8415 82?
Subheading 8415 83 covers AC WITHOUT a compressor refrigeration circuit (HRV, fan-coils, evaporative). Subheading 8415 82 covers AC WITH a refrigerating unit but no heat pump. The key is whether the device has a built-in compressor. Fan-coils supplied externally with chilled water are classified under 8415 83. Where doubts arise, a BTI ruling is recommended.
What regulations apply to importing AC without cooling unit CN 8415 83?
Importing AC without cooling unit CN 8415 83 is governed by the F-gas Regulation EU 517/2014, Ecodesign Directive, energy labelling requirements and LVD. CE marking and an EU energy label are mandatory.
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