85081100
ELECTRICAL MACHINERY AND EQUIPMENT AND PARTS THEREOF; SOUND RECORDERS AND REPRODUCERS, TELEVISION IMAGE AND SOUND RECORDERS AND REPRODUCERS, AND PARTS AND ACCESSORIES OF SUCH ARTICLES›Vacuum cleaners
Of a power not exceeding 1 500 W and having a dust bag or other receptacle capacity not exceeding 20 l
Standard EU duty
2.2%
VAT
23%
Additional duties / sanctions
0 rules
Docs required
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Y946Y948Y945Y821Y822N954+5
Standard rates
| Applies to | Type | Rate | Conditions | Regulation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ERGA OMNES | Third country duty | 2.2% | - | R1549/06 |
Preferences
ERGA OMNES 0%AD 0%AL 0%BA 0%CA 0%CAMER 0%CARI 0%CH 0%CI 0%CL 0%CM 0%CO 0%DZ 0%EBA 0%EC 0%EEA 0%EG 0%EH 0%ESA 0%EUCA 0%FJ 0%FO 0%GB 0%GE 0%GH 0%GSP 0%GSP+ 0%IL 0%JO 0%JP 0%KE 0%KR 0%LB 0%LOMB 0%MA 0%MD 0%ME 0%MK 0%MX 0%NZ 0%PE 0%PG 0%PS 0%SADC EPA 0%SB 0%SG 0%SM 0%SWITZ 0%SY 0%TN 0%TR 0%UA 0%VN 0%WS 0%XC 0%XK 0%XL 0%XS 0%ZA 0%
Notes
CD333The autonomous Common Customs Tariff duties laid down in Regulation (EEC) No 2658/87 for parts, components and other goods of a kind to be incorporated in or used for aircraft and parts thereof in the course of their manufacture, repair, maintenance, rebuilding, modification or conversion is suspended.In order to benefit from the suspension, the declarant shall present to the customs authorities an Authorised Release Certificate — EASA Form 1, as set out in Appendix I to Annex I to Regulation (EU) No 748/2012, or an equivalent certificate.The certificates which are deemed to be equivalent to Authorised Release Certificates are listed in Annex II to the Regulation (EU) 2018/1517.
CD303The relief from or reduction of customs duties shall be subject to the specific request expressed by the declarant in box 44 "Additional information/Documents produced/Certificates and authorisations", of the Single Administrative Document (SAD)
TM904Preferences granted under the agreement between the European Union and Morocco in force from 19 July 2019.As of 3 October 2025, products originating in Western Sahara subject to controls by the customs authorities of the Kingdom of Morocco shall benefit from trade preferences under the terms of the new Agreement in the form of exchange of letters between the EU and Morocco, The European Union and the Kingdom of Morocco have agreed to allow those products to be identified by reference to the region of origin to be included in the proof of origin and as provided for in Protocol 4.In view of the application of these measures, the origin certificates codes U179 and U180 must be declared.The country code to be entered in the origin declaration when these proofs of origin are used is “EH”.
CD727Eligibility to benefit from this preference is subject to the presentation of an origin declaration stating the European Union origin of the goods, in the context of the Canada-European Union Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA).
CD906The list of non-eligible locations and their postal codes is available at the following address: http://ec.europa.eu/taxation_customs/customs/technical-arrangement_postal-codes.pdf
CD500Eligibility to benefit from this preference is subject to the presentation of a proof of origin stating the community origin of the goods, in the context of the agreement between the European Union and the Swiss Confederation.
Import prohibitionKPR0285/18
Import prohibition
KPR0285/18
Notes
- TM884Goods from the Annex XIh of Regulation (EU) 2018/285 (Machinery and electrical equipment)
Export prohibitionKPR0285/18
Export prohibition
KPR0285/18
Notes
- TM888Goods from the Annex XI l of Regulation (EU) 2017/1509 (Industrial machinery, transportation vehicles, iron, steel and other metals)
Export control on luxury goodsKPR2062/17
Export control on luxury goods
KPR2062/17
Documents / references
Y946Y948
Conditions
- Y001Other conditions: Y946- Import/export allowed after control
- Y002Other conditions: Y948- Import/export allowed after control
- Y003Other conditions: the condition is not fulfilled- Import/export not allowed after control
Notes
- TM684Goods from the list of luxury goods referred to in Article 10 of Regulation (EU) 2017/1509
- CD223The prohibition shall not apply to goods which are necessary for the official purposes of diplomatic or consular missions of Member States in the DPRK or of international organisations enjoying immunities in accordance with international law, or to the personal effects of their staff (Art 10.3 of Regulation (EU) 2017/1509).
- CD995If the declared goods are described in the footnotes linked to the measure, export/import is not allowed.
Import control on luxury goodsKPR2062/17
Import control on luxury goods
KPR2062/17
Documents / references
Y945Y946Y948
Conditions
- Y001Other conditions: Y945- Import/export allowed after control
- Y002Other conditions: Y946- Import/export allowed after control
- Y003Other conditions: Y948- Import/export allowed after control
- Y004Other conditions: the condition is not fulfilled- Import/export not allowed after control
Notes
- CD203The prohibition shall not apply to travellers' personal effects or to goods of a non-commercial nature for travellers' personal use contained in their luggage (Art 10.2 of Regulation (EU) 2017/1509)
- TM684Goods from the list of luxury goods referred to in Article 10 of Regulation (EU) 2017/1509
- CD223The prohibition shall not apply to goods which are necessary for the official purposes of diplomatic or consular missions of Member States in the DPRK or of international organisations enjoying immunities in accordance with international law, or to the personal effects of their staff (Art 10.3 of Regulation (EU) 2017/1509).
- CD995If the declared goods are described in the footnotes linked to the measure, export/import is not allowed.
Export control on luxury goodsRUR0833/14
Export control on luxury goods
RUR0833/14
Documents / references
Y821Y822
Conditions
- Y001Other conditions: Y821- Import/export allowed after control
- Y010Other conditions: Y822- Import/export allowed after control
- Y090Other conditions: the condition is not fulfilled- Import/export not allowed after control
Notes
- CD863It shall be prohibited to sell, supply, transfer or export, directly or indirectly, luxury goods as listed in Annex XVIII, to any natural or legal person, entity or body in Russia or for use in Russia.2. The prohibition referred to in paragraph 1 shall apply to luxury goods listed in Annex XVIII insofar as their value exceeds EUR 300 per item unless otherwise specified in the Annex.3. The prohibition referred to in paragraph 1 shall not apply to goods which are necessary for the official purposes of diplomatic or consular missions of Member States or partner countries in Russia or of international organisations enjoying immunities in accordance with international law, or to the personal effects of their staff.Council Regulation (EU) No 833/2014 - Article 3h (COUNCIL REGULATION (EU) 2022/428)
Import controlUAR0692/14
Import control
UAR0692/14
Documents / references
N954U045U078U079Y997
Conditions
- Y001Other conditions: Y997- Import allowed
- Y002Other conditions: U078- Import allowed
- Y003Other conditions: U079- Import allowed
- Y005Other conditions: N954- Import allowed
- Y007Other conditions: U045- Import allowed
- Y009Other conditions: the condition is not fulfilled- Import is not allowed
Notes
- CD967I. According to Council Regulation (EU) No 692/2014, it shall be prohibited to import into European Union goods originating in Crimea or Sevastopol.The prohibition shall not apply in respect of goods originating in Crimea or Sevastopol which have been made available to the Ukrainian authorities for examination, for which compliance with the conditions conferring entitlement to preferential origin has been verified and for which a certificate of origin has been issued in accordance with the Association Agreement between the European Union and its Member States, of the one part, and Ukraine, of the other part.II. According to the Council Regulation (EU) 692/2014, the export of goods and technologies suited for use in the sectors of transport; telecommunications; energy; prospection, exploration and production of oil, gas and mineral resources is prohibited:(a) to any natural or legal person, entity or body in Crimea or Sevastopol, or(b) for use in Crimea or Sevastopol.
Import controlUAR0263/22
Import control
UAR0263/22
Documents / references
N954U045U078U079Y984
Conditions
- Y001Other conditions: Y984- Import/export allowed after control
- Y002Other conditions: N954- Import/export allowed after control
- Y005Other conditions: U045- Import/export allowed after control
- Y006Other conditions: U078- Import/export allowed after control
- Y007Other conditions: U079- Import/export allowed after control
- Y009Other conditions: the condition is not fulfilled- Import/export not allowed after control
Notes
- CD860According to Council Regulation (EU) 2022/263 (OJ L42I, p. 77):I. It shall be prohibited to import into the European Union goods originating in non-government controlled areas of the Donetsk, Kherson, Luhansk and Zaporizhzhia oblasts of Ukraine.The import prohibitions not apply in respect of: (a) the execution until 24 May 2022 of trade contracts concluded before 23 February 2022, or of ancillary contracts necessary for the execution of such contracts, provided that the natural or legal person, entity or body seeking to perform the contract has notified, at least 10 working days in advance, the activity or transaction to the competent authority of the Member State in which they are established; (b) goods originating in the specified territories which have been made available to the Ukrainian authorities for examination, for which compliance with the conditions conferring entitlement to preferential origin has been verified and for which a certificate of origin has been issued in accordance with the EU-Ukraine Association Agreement.II. It shall be prohibited to sell, supply, transfer or export goods and technology listed in Annex II to Council Regulation (EU) 2022/263: (a) to any natural or legal person, entity or body in the specified territories, or (b) for use in the specified territories. Annex II shall include certain goods and technologies suited for use in the following key sectors: (i) transport;(ii) telecommunications;(iii) energy; (iv) the prospecting, exploration and production of oil, gas and mineral resources. The prohibitions in point II above shall be without prejudice to the execution until 24 August 2022 of an obligation arising from a contract concluded before 23 February 2022, or from ancillary contracts necessary for the execution of such contracts, provided that the competent authority has been informed at least five working days in advance.
Value Added Tax (VAT)
V020Medical devices, as defined by the Act on Medical Devices of 20 May 2010, (Journal of Laws of 2019, item 175, 447, 534), released for free circulation on the territory of the Republic of Poland
8%V052Devices for writing and reading texts in Braille
8%V120For medical devices referred to in item 13 of Annex No. 3 to the Act in the wording applicable before the date of entry into force of the Act of 7 April 2022 on medical devices (Journal of Laws, item 974), the tax rate referred to in Art. 41 sec. 2 shall apply if, in accordance with: 1) Art. 120 sec. 4 of the regulation (EU) 2017/745 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 5 April 2017 on medical devices, amending Directive 2001/83/EC, Regulation (EC) No 178/2002 and Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 and repealing Council Directives 90/385/EEC and 93/42/EEC (Official Journal of the European Union L117 of 5 April 2017) or 2) Article 110 paragraph 4 of the regulation (EU) 2017/746 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 5 April 2017 on in vitro diagnostic medical devices and repealing Directive 98/79/EC and Commission Decision 2010/227/EU (Official Journal of the European Union L117 of 5 April 2017) – these products have been placed on the market and are still being made available on the market or put into use.
8%V999Other
23%Parent code
8508Vacuum cleanersCodes in the same group
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Binding Tariff Information
BTI classification examples
DEsilver038/24-1
Robot vacuum cleaner with mopping function
komponenty elektryczne/elektroniczneGRI 1GRI 3bGRI 6
DEgold342/25-1
Battery wet/dry vacuum cleaner, unassembled
części elektromechaniczne (silnik, wentylator)GRI 1GRI 2aGRI 3bGRI 6
DEgold509/25-1
Cordless vacuum cleaner unit with docking station
komponenty elektryczne i mechaniczneGRI 1GRI 3bGRI 6
DEgold301/25-1
Car vacuum cleaner with inflator function
plasticGRI 1GRI 3bGRI 6
DEgold608/24-1
Battery-powered ash vacuum cleaner
komponenty elektryczne/elektroniczneGRI 1GRI 6
BTI (Binding Tariff Information) is an official EU customs decision confirming the classification of goods. Valid for 3 years, binding across all EU member states.
Scope of CN code 850811 - vacuum cleaners up to 1500 W
CN code 850811 covers electric vacuum cleaners with a self-contained electric motor with input power not exceeding 1500 W and dust bag or receptacle capacity not exceeding 20 litres. These are typical household vacuum cleaners - including traditional cylinder (canister) models with bags or cyclonic containers, upright vacuum cleaners, handheld models, and cordless stick vacuums. This heading also covers robotic vacuum cleaners that automatically clean floors using navigation sensors. Vacuum cleaners classified under 850811 must have their own electric motor - units powered by central vacuum systems are classified separately. The 1500 W threshold refers to input power (drawn from the mains), not suction power. Cordless vacuums powered by Li-ion batteries are also classified here, provided the motor power does not exceed the limit. Commission Regulation (EU) No 666/2013 on ecodesign for vacuum cleaners (annulled in 2019 by the EU General Court) had established power limits, but new ecodesign provisions may be introduced under Regulation (EU) 2024/1781. Importers should monitor regulatory developments in this product category.
EU regulatory requirements for household vacuum cleaner imports
Importing vacuum cleaners under CN code 850811 into the European Union is subject to multiple directives and regulations. The Low Voltage Directive LVD (2014/35/EU) requires ensuring electrical and mechanical safety and CE marking. The EMC Directive (2014/30/EU) imposes electromagnetic compatibility requirements. The RoHS 2 Directive (2011/65/EU) restricts hazardous substances in electrical equipment. The WEEE 2 Directive (2012/19/EU) requires producers and importers to register with the national WEEE register and finance waste equipment collection and recycling systems. The GPSR Regulation (EU 2023/988) on general product safety requires risk analysis and product traceability. Cordless vacuum cleaners with Li-ion batteries are additionally subject to the Battery Regulation (EU 2023/1542) regarding batteries installed in equipment. The importer must hold an EORI number, submit a customs declaration with the correct CN code, and possess an EU declaration of conformity, technical documentation, and safety test reports. The energy label for vacuum cleaners is currently suspended following the EU General Court ruling, but new labelling provisions may be introduced.
Customs duties and tariff classification for CN 850811
MFN customs duty rates for CN code 850811 should be verified in the European Commission's TARIC database. Preferential duty rates are available under EU FTAs. Vacuum cleaners are not subject to CBAM. Tariff classification of vacuum cleaners under 850811 is based on two criteria: motor input power (up to 1500 W) and receptacle capacity (up to 20 litres). Vacuum cleaners exceeding either parameter are classified under 850819. Robotic vacuum cleaners are classified under 850811 provided they meet the power and capacity criteria - the dominant vacuuming function prevails over navigation functions. Central vacuum systems (without a built-in motor in the head unit) and industrial vacuum cleaners are classified separately. Importers should check TARIC for any anti-dumping measures - the European Commission has previously examined imports of low-cost vacuum cleaners from China. TARIC codes at the 10-digit level may contain additional distinctions. National VAT applies upon import at the rate applicable to household appliances.
Energy label and vacuum cleaner imports 8508 11
Vacuum cleaners under CN 8508 11 were subject to energy labelling Regulation (EU) 665/2013 (annulled by CJEU). New ecodesign rules are under development. MFN duty: 1.7%. Vacuum cleaners must comply with LVD, EMC and RoHS 2 directives. Parts require classification under the appropriate 8508 subheading.
Frequently asked questions
Are robotic vacuum cleaners classified under CN 850811?
Yes. Robotic vacuum cleaners that automatically clean floors using navigation sensors and a suction motor are classified under CN 850811, provided the motor input power does not exceed 1500 W and the dust receptacle capacity does not exceed 20 litres. The dominant vacuuming function qualifies them under heading 8508, rather than under automatic machines (8479). Most robotic vacuum cleaners have power ratings of 30-80 W and receptacle capacities of 0.3-0.7 litres, so they fall within the parameters of CN 850811.
Which EU directives apply to household vacuum cleaner imports?
Household vacuum cleaners under CN 850811 are subject to several EU directives: the Low Voltage Directive LVD (2014/35/EU) on electrical safety, the EMC Directive (2014/30/EU) on electromagnetic compatibility, the RoHS 2 Directive (2011/65/EU) restricting hazardous substances, and the WEEE 2 Directive (2012/19/EU) imposing recycling obligations. The GPSR Regulation (EU 2023/988) requires risk analysis. Cordless models with batteries are additionally subject to Battery Regulation (EU 2023/1542). CE marking is mandatory.
How to distinguish between CN 850811 and 850819 for vacuum cleaners?
CN 850811 covers vacuum cleaners with motor input power up to 1500 W and receptacle capacity up to 20 litres. CN 850819 covers all other vacuum cleaners exceeding either parameter - higher-power household models above 1500 W, semi-professional units, and models with larger capacity. The 1500 W threshold refers to input power drawn from the mains, not suction power (airwatt). When classification is uncertain, the manufacturer's technical specification and nameplate power rating should be verified, and a BTI application may be considered.
Do vacuum cleaners under 8508 11 require an energy label?
Currently, vacuum cleaners under 8508 11 do not require an energy label (Regulation 665/2013 was annulled by the CJEU). New regulations are under development.
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