85087000
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
Parts
Standard EU duty
1.7%
VAT
23%
Additional duties / sanctions
0 rules
Docs required
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C067Y069Y949Y966C077Y971+9
Standard rates
| Applies to | Type | Rate | Conditions | Regulation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ERGA OMNES | Third country duty | 1.7% | - | 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 controlERGA OMNES (excl. IR)R0267/12
Import control
ERGA OMNES (excl. IR)R0267/12
Documents / references
C067Y069Y949
Conditions
- Y001Other conditions: Y949- Import/export allowed after control
- Y002Other conditions: C067- Import/export allowed after control
- Y003Other conditions: Y069- Import/export allowed after control
- Y004Other conditions: the condition is not fulfilled- Import/export not allowed after control
Notes
- DU414Goods 0B002e from the dual use list.
- CD989If the goods declared are described in footnote "DU" linked to the measure a prior import authorisation must be presented for the import, purchase or transport from Iran of the goods and technology listed in Annex I, whether or not originating in Iran (R267/2012).
Restriction on exportIRR0267/12
Restriction on export
IRR0267/12
Documents / references
Y966
Conditions
- Y001Other conditions: Y966- Import/export allowed after control
- Y002Other conditions: the condition is not fulfilled- Import/export not allowed after control
Notes
- CD971Annex III (MG footnotes) shall list the items, including goods and technology, contained in the Missile Technology Control Regime list (Council regulation 267/2012).
- CD985If the goods declared are described in footnote "MG" linked to the measure (article 4a, article 4c of the Council regulation 267/2012):It shall be prohibited to sell, supply, transfer or export, directly or indirectly, the goods and technology listed in Annex III or any other item that the Member State determines could contribute to the development of nuclear weapon delivery systems, whether or not originating in the Union, to any Iranian person, entity or body or for use in Iran. It shall be prohibited to purchase, import or transport from Iran, directly or indirectly, the goods and technology listed in Annex III whether the item concerned originates in Iran or not.
- MG646M4B3b
- MG645M4B3a
- MG624M4B3c
Import control on restricted goods and technologiesIRR0267/12
Import control on restricted goods and technologies
IRR0267/12
Documents / references
Y966
Conditions
- Y001Other conditions: Y966- Import/export allowed after control
- Y002Other conditions: the condition is not fulfilled- Import/export not allowed after control
Notes
- CD971Annex III (MG footnotes) shall list the items, including goods and technology, contained in the Missile Technology Control Regime list (Council regulation 267/2012).
- CD985If the goods declared are described in footnote "MG" linked to the measure (article 4a, article 4c of the Council regulation 267/2012):It shall be prohibited to sell, supply, transfer or export, directly or indirectly, the goods and technology listed in Annex III or any other item that the Member State determines could contribute to the development of nuclear weapon delivery systems, whether or not originating in the Union, to any Iranian person, entity or body or for use in Iran. It shall be prohibited to purchase, import or transport from Iran, directly or indirectly, the goods and technology listed in Annex III whether the item concerned originates in Iran or not.
- MG646M4B3b
- MG645M4B3a
- MG624M4B3c
Import controlIRR0267/12
Import control
IRR0267/12
Documents / references
Y949
Conditions
- Y001Other conditions: Y949- Import/export allowed after control
- Y090Other conditions: the condition is not fulfilled- Import/export not allowed after control
Notes
- CD989If the goods declared are described in footnote "DU" linked to the measure a prior import authorisation must be presented for the import, purchase or transport from Iran of the goods and technology listed in Annex I, whether or not originating in Iran (R267/2012).
- DU414Goods 0B002e from the dual use list.
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)
Restriction on exportKPR1509/17
Restriction on export
KPR1509/17
Documents / references
C077Y971
Conditions
- Y001Other conditions: Y971- Import/export allowed after control
- Y002Other conditions: C077- Import/export allowed after control
- Y003Other conditions: the condition is not fulfilled- Import/export not allowed after control
Notes
- CD969If the goods declared are described in "MG" footnote linked to the measure an authorisation must be presented for the export, purchase or transport to DPRK of goods and technology according to Regulation (EU) 2017/1509 (Annex II, Part VIII).
- MG788Vacuum valves, piping, flanges, gaskets and related equipment specially designed for use in high-vacuum service (0.1 Pa or lower pressure)
- CD974It shall be prohibited to sell, supply, transfer or export, directly or indirectly, the goods and technology, including software, listed in Annex II, whether or not originating in the Union, to any natural or legal person, entity or body in, or for use in the DPRK (Article 3.1.(a) of Regulation (EU) 2017/1509).By way of derogation from Article 3.1. the competent authority of the Member States, may authorise, under the terms and conditions it deems appropriate, the direct or indirect supply, sale, transfer or export of the items and technology, including software to DPRK from Annex II of Regulation (EU) 2017/1509 (Article 8.1.)
Import controlKPR1509/17
Import control
KPR1509/17
Documents / references
Y971
Conditions
- Y001Other conditions: Y971- Import/export allowed after control
- Y002Other conditions: the condition is not fulfilled- Import/export not allowed after control
Notes
- MG788Vacuum valves, piping, flanges, gaskets and related equipment specially designed for use in high-vacuum service (0.1 Pa or lower pressure)
- CD972If the goods declared are described in the "MG" footnote linked to the measure import, purchase or transfer, directly or indirectly, the goods and technology listed in Annex II from the DPRK, whether or not originating in the DPRK shall be prohibited (Article 3.1.(c) of Regulation (EU) 2017/1509).
Import control on restricted goods and technologiesKPR1509/17
Import control on restricted goods and technologies
KPR1509/17
Documents / references
Y920
Conditions
- Y001Other conditions: Y920- Import/export allowed after control
- Y002Other conditions: the condition is not fulfilled- Import/export not allowed after control
Notes
- CD995If the declared goods are described in the footnotes linked to the measure, export/import is not allowed.
- DU575Goods 2B350b from the dual use list.
- DU037Goods 1B001d from the dual use list.
- DU041Goods 1B101c from the dual use list.
- DU042Goods 1B115 from the dual use list.
- DU124Goods 2B005 from the dual use list.
- DU133Goods 2B007 from the dual use list.
- DU140Goods 2B116 from the dual use list.
- DU144Goods 2B207 from the dual use list.
- DU199Goods 3B001e from the dual use list.
- DU232Goods 5B001 from the dual use list.
- DU357Goods 9B003 from the dual use list.
- DU453Goods 1B001a from the dual use list.
- DU454Goods 1B001b from the dual use list.
- DU457Goods 1B101a from the dual use list.
- DU458Goods 1B101b from the dual use list.
- DU459Goods 1B101d from the dual use list.
- DU461Goods 1B117 from the dual use list.
- DU462Goods 1B118 from the dual use list.
- DU463Goods 1B119 from the dual use list.
- DU466Goods 1B201c from the dual use list.
- DU014Goods 0B006 from the dual use list.
Export control on restricted goods and technologiesKPR1509/17
Export control on restricted goods and technologies
KPR1509/17
Documents / references
C052Y920
Conditions
- Y001Other conditions: Y920- Import/export allowed after control
- Y002Other conditions: C052- Import/export allowed after control
- Y003Other conditions: the condition is not fulfilled- Import/export not allowed after control
Notes
- CD994If the declared goods are referred to in the footnotes linked to the measure an export/import authorisation must be presented.
- DU575Goods 2B350b from the dual use list.
- DU037Goods 1B001d from the dual use list.
- DU041Goods 1B101c from the dual use list.
- DU042Goods 1B115 from the dual use list.
- DU124Goods 2B005 from the dual use list.
- DU133Goods 2B007 from the dual use list.
- DU140Goods 2B116 from the dual use list.
- DU144Goods 2B207 from the dual use list.
- DU199Goods 3B001e from the dual use list.
- DU232Goods 5B001 from the dual use list.
- DU357Goods 9B003 from the dual use list.
- DU453Goods 1B001a from the dual use list.
- DU454Goods 1B001b from the dual use list.
- DU457Goods 1B101a from the dual use list.
- DU458Goods 1B101b from the dual use list.
- DU459Goods 1B101d from the dual use list.
- DU461Goods 1B117 from the dual use list.
- DU462Goods 1B118 from the dual use list.
- DU463Goods 1B119 from the dual use list.
- DU466Goods 1B201c from the dual use list.
- DU014Goods 0B006 from the dual use list.
Export control on restricted goods and technologiesSYR0509/12
Export control on restricted goods and technologies
SYR0509/12
Documents / references
C052Y920Y921
Conditions
- Y001Other conditions: Y920- Import/export allowed after control
- Y002Other conditions: Y921- Import/export allowed after control
- Y003Other conditions: C052- Import/export allowed after control
- Y004Other conditions: the condition is not fulfilled- Import/export not allowed after control
Notes
- CD635The competent authorities in the Member States, as identified on the websites listed in Annex III, may grant, under such terms and conditions as they deem appropriate, an authorisation for a transaction in relation to equipment, goods or technology as listed in Annex IA, provided that the equipment, goods or technology are for food, agricultural, medical or other humanitarian purposes
- TM799Goods from Art 2, 2a of Regulation (EU) No 36/2012.
- DU575Goods 2B350b from the dual use list.
- CD995If the declared goods are described in the footnotes linked to the measure, export/import is not allowed.
- TM836Goods from Art 2b of Regulation (EU) No 36/2012.
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%5
Binding Tariff Information
BTI classification examples
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Vacuum cleaner handle tube with suction regulator
plasticGRI 1GRI 6
DEgold677/23-1
Vacuum cleaner control housing assembly
plasticGRI 1GRI 6
DEgold661/25-1
Vacuum cleaner nozzle with brush bar
plasticGRI 1GRI 3bGRI 6
DEgold851/25-1
Vacuum cleaner nozzle with brush bar
plasticGRI 1GRI 3bGRI 6
DEgold972/25-1
Vacuum cleaner nozzle with brush strips
plasticGRI 1GRI 3bGRI 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 850870 - vacuum cleaner parts
CN code 850870 covers parts for electric vacuum cleaners of heading 8508. In commercial practice, these include nozzles and attachments (crevice tools, brush heads, upholstery nozzles, parquet nozzles), suction hoses, HEPA filters and other air filters, dust bags (paper and fabric), electric motors for vacuum cleaners, wheels and castors for canister models, casings and covers, buttons and switches, telescopic tubes, and turbine nozzles for upright models. Classification under 850870 covers parts identifiable as intended solely or principally for vacuum cleaners of heading 8508, in accordance with Note 2(b) to Chapter 85. General-purpose parts (standard screws, power cables, plugs) are classified under their respective CN headings. HEPA filters represent a significant market segment for vacuum cleaner parts - they are replaced regularly and constitute a significant import stream. Dust bags are produced both by original manufacturers (OEM) and independent replacement part makers. Electric motors for vacuum cleaners are classified under 850870, not under electric motor headings (8501), if specifically designed for vacuum cleaners.
Regulatory requirements for vacuum cleaner parts imported into the EU
Importing vacuum cleaner parts under CN 850870 into the EU is subject to the general provisions of the Union Customs Code. Vacuum cleaner parts as components are not directly subject to many directives applicable to finished appliances; however, the manufacturer of the final vacuum cleaner must ensure compliance of the complete appliance with LVD, EMC, RoHS 2, and WEEE 2 requirements. HEPA filters and dust bags as consumables do not require standalone CE marking. However, the RoHS 2 Directive (2011/65/EU) applies to electrical components (motors, switches) when intended for equipment within its scope. The GPSR Regulation (EU 2023/988) may apply to replacement parts sold directly to consumers. The importer must hold an EORI number and submit a customs declaration with the correct CN code. Required documentation includes a commercial invoice with technical description of the part, indication of compatible vacuum cleaner models, and transport documents. Transport of vacuum cleaner parts does not require special conditions.
Customs duties and classification of vacuum cleaner parts
MFN customs duty rates for CN 850870 should be verified in TARIC. Vacuum cleaner parts are not subject to CBAM. Preferential duty rates are available under EU FTAs. Classification under 850870 requires demonstrating that the part is identifiable as intended solely or principally for vacuum cleaners of heading 8508. General-purpose filters not specifically designed for vacuum cleaners are classified under heading 8421 (filtering machinery). General-purpose plastic hoses are classified under Chapter 39. Universal electric motors suitable for various appliances are classified under heading 8501. The key criterion is Note 2(b) to Chapter 85 - the part must be identifiable as a vacuum cleaner part based on shape, dimensions, or other physical characteristics. A BTI is recommended where doubts exist. TARIC codes at the 10-digit level may contain additional distinctions. National VAT applies upon import.
Energy label and vacuum cleaner imports 8508 70
Vacuum cleaners under CN 8508 70 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 HEPA filters for vacuum cleaners classified under CN 850870?
Yes, provided the HEPA filter is designed and intended solely or principally for vacuum cleaners of heading 8508. A HEPA filter with shape and dimensions matched to specific vacuum cleaner models is classified under 850870. General-purpose HEPA filters suitable for various applications (air purifiers, ventilation systems, vacuum cleaners) may be classified under heading 8421 as filtering machinery elements. The determining factor is the identifiability of the part as intended for a vacuum cleaner.
Do dust bags for vacuum cleaners require CE marking?
No. Dust bags (paper or fabric) for vacuum cleaners are consumable materials and do not require standalone CE marking. The LVD and EMC Directives apply to finished electrical appliances, not to consumables without electrical components. However, dust bags must meet general product safety requirements (GPSR Regulation EU 2023/988) and must not contain hazardous substances at concentrations that endanger user health. The importer should hold material safety documentation.
How to classify a vacuum cleaner electric motor in the CN?
An electric motor specifically designed for a vacuum cleaner (with specific shape, mounting, and parameters matched to a particular model) is classified under CN 850870 as a vacuum cleaner part, per Note 2(b) to Chapter 85. A universal electric motor that can be used in vacuum cleaners and other appliances is classified under heading 8501 as an electric motor. The key criterion is part identifiability - if the motor has unique physical features indicating vacuum cleaner use, it is classified under 850870.
Do vacuum cleaners under 8508 70 require an energy label?
Currently, vacuum cleaners under 8508 70 do not require an energy label (Regulation 665/2013 was annulled by the CJEU). New regulations are under development.
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