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NUCLEAR REACTORS, BOILERS, MACHINERY AND MECHANICAL APPLIANCES; PARTS THEREOF›Centrifuges, including centrifugal dryers; filtering or purifying machinery and apparatus, for liquids or gases
Oil or petrol filters for internal combustion engines
Definition and scope of CN subheading 842123
CN subheading 842123 covers oil or fuel filters for internal combustion engines. This subheading includes engine oil filters, petrol and diesel fuel filters, oil filters for aircraft and marine engines, and fuel filters for power generators. Classification follows the General Rules for the Interpretation (GRI), particularly rules 1 and 6. The key criterion is the intended use with an internal combustion engine, distinguishing this subheading from intake air filters (842131), other oil or fuel filters (842132) and other filters (842139). Oil and fuel filters for engines represent a high-volume automotive market segment. Filters must be compatible with specific engine types and meet the engine manufacturer quality standards. For borderline cases Binding Tariff Information (BTI) ruling is recommended.
Import requirements and regulations for oil filters (842123)
Importing oil and fuel filters under subheading 842123 into the EU is subject to the Union Customs Code. Filters intended for motor vehicles may be subject to type-approval requirements under Regulation (EU) 2018/858 on motor vehicle type-approval. Filters must meet quality standards ensuring proper oil and fuel filtration in engines. Construction materials may require REACH compliance verification. The importer must hold an EORI number and file a customs declaration with the correct CN code. Imports of filters from Asian countries represent a significant trade volume and may be subject to anti-dumping measures. Import documentation includes commercial invoice, technical specifications and quality certificates. MFN and preferential duty rates should be verified in the TARIC database before each import.
Market and applications for engine oil filters (842123)
Oil and fuel filters classified under subheading 842123 are among the most frequently replaced consumable components of internal combustion engines. The market covers filters for passenger cars, trucks, construction machinery, agricultural tractors, ships and aircraft. Engine oil filters are replaced regularly during service intervals, generating constant import demand. Fuel filters protect the engine injection system from contaminants that could damage precision components. EU imports originate primarily from China, South Korea, Turkey and Japan. Importers should check TARIC for anti-dumping duties on filters from specific countries of origin. Spare parts for filtering apparatus are classified under subheading 842199. Preferential rates may be available under FTA agreements, reducing import costs for mass automotive parts.
Oil filters for engines - type approval and automotive standards
CN code 8421 23 covers oil filters for engines. Import of automotive parts requires ISO/TS 16949 quality standards and EU Type Approval Regulation 2018/858 compliance. Filters must meet OEM or equivalent specifications. Customs clearance requires commercial invoice, certificate of origin and automotive standards declaration. Spare parts may face anti-dumping duties.
Frequently asked questions
Do oil filters for engines under subheading 842123 require type approval?
Oil and fuel filters intended for motor vehicles may be subject to type-approval requirements under Regulation (EU) 2018/858. Filters must meet quality standards ensuring proper filtration. Manufacturer quality certificates should be available in the import documentation. In practice, replacement filters must be compatible with the standards specified by the vehicle manufacturer.
How to distinguish filters under 842123 from those under 842131 and 842132?
Subheading 842123 covers oil or fuel filters for internal combustion engines. Subheading 842131 covers intake air filters for internal combustion engines, and 842132 covers oil or fuel filters in a different classification context. The key factor is the precise identification of the filter type and filtered medium. Verification in TARIC is recommended.
Are oil filter imports from China subject to anti-dumping duties?
Oil filter imports from China may be subject to anti-dumping duties if the European Commission has imposed such measures on the relevant product category. The importer should verify current trade measures in the TARIC database before each import. Correct indication of the country of origin and CN code is essential for determining the applicable duty rate and any anti-dumping measures.
What are the import requirements for oil filters for engines CN 8421 23?
Importing oil filters for engines CN 8421 23 requires Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC compliance, CE marking and declaration of conformity. TARIC sets the duty rates. Additional sector-specific requirements may apply.
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