84181000
NUCLEAR REACTORS, BOILERS, MACHINERY AND MECHANICAL APPLIANCES; PARTS THEREOF›Refrigerators, freezers and other refrigerating or freezing equipment, electric or other; heat pumps other than air-conditioning machines of heading 8415
Combined refrigerator-freezers, fitted with separate external doors or drawers, or combinations thereof
Classification scope of combined fridge-freezers (841810)
CN code 841810 covers combined refrigerator-freezers fitted with separate external doors for the refrigerating and freezing compartments. These are combination appliances combining refrigerator and freezer functions in one cabinet but with separate access doors. This includes side-by-side, bottom-freezer, top-freezer and french-door models. The classification criterion is having separate doors for each compartment. Refrigerators without a freezer compartment are classified under 841821-841829. Freezers without a refrigerator compartment fall under 841830-841840.
Import requirements and energy labelling (841810)
Importing combined fridge-freezers into the EU is governed by the Union Customs Code and extensive regulations on energy efficiency and environmental protection. Energy Labelling Regulation (EU) 2019/2016 requires EU energy labels (classes A-G). Ecodesign Regulation (EU) 2019/2019 sets minimum energy efficiency requirements. F-gas Regulation (EU) 2024/573 restricts fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerants - from 2025 refrigerants with GWP above 150 are banned in new household appliances. LVD, EMC and RoHS Directives require CE marking. Importers must hold an EORI number. Documentation includes an invoice, CE declaration, energy label, product fiche and technical specification.
EU combined fridge-freezer market (841810)
The combined fridge-freezer market is one of the largest household appliance segments in the EU. No-frost models dominate for convenience. Trends include smart features (Wi-Fi, app control), freshness systems (zero zones), integrated water and ice dispensers, and inverter compressor technology for quiet operation and low energy consumption. R600a (isobutane) and R290 (propane) refrigerants with low GWP are replacing fluorinated refrigerants under F-gas regulations. Leading manufacturers include BSH, Samsung, LG, Electrolux, Whirlpool and Haier. Imports from China, South Korea and Turkey are significant.
Combined fridge-freezers - EU energy labels and ecodesign
CN code 8418 10 covers combined fridge-freezers. Import requires compliance with F-gas Regulation EU 517/2014, Ecodesign Directive, energy labelling requirements and LVD. Refrigeration appliances must carry EU energy labels rated at least class F. Customs clearance requires CE certificate and full technical documentation.
Frequently asked questions
What appliances are classified under subheading 841810?
Subheading 841810 covers combined refrigerator-freezers with separate doors for the fridge and freezer compartments. Typical models include side-by-side, bottom-freezer, top-freezer and french-door. Refrigerators without freezers are classified under 841821-841829. Stand-alone freezers under 841830-841840.
What energy labelling requirements apply to combined fridge-freezers?
Combined fridge-freezers on the EU market must carry an EU energy label (classes A-G) under Regulation (EU) 2019/2016. A product fiche with technical data must be available. Minimum energy efficiency requirements are set by Ecodesign Regulation (EU) 2019/2019. Appliances not meeting minimum requirements cannot be placed on the EU market.
What refrigerants are permitted in combined fridge-freezers?
F-gas Regulation (EU) 2024/573 restricts fluorinated refrigerants. From 2025, new household appliances must use refrigerants with GWP below 150. Permitted refrigerants include R600a (isobutane, GWP=3) and R290 (propane, GWP=3). Fluorinated refrigerants like R134a (GWP=1430) are being phased out of new household appliances.
What energy labels apply to combined fridge-freezers CN 8418 10?
Combined fridge-freezers CN 8418 10 must carry EU energy labels per the delegated regulation. Energy class affects market attractiveness. The label must accompany the product at point of sale.
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