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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›Electromechanical domestic appliances, with self-contained electric motor, other than vacuum cleaners of heading 8508

Other appliances

Standard EU duty
2.2%
VAT
23%
Additional duties / sanctions
0 rules
Docs required
25 docs
C057C079C082Y054Y120Y121+19
Standard rates
Applies toTypeRateConditionsRegulation
ERGA OMNESThird country duty2.2%-R2261/98
Preferences
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
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.
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Binding Tariff Information

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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 850980 - other electromechanical household appliances

CN code 850980 covers electromechanical household appliances with a built-in electric motor not covered by more specific subheadings of heading 8509. These include electric can openers, electric knife sharpeners, electric waste disposal units, electric juicers, citrus presses, floor polishers, electrically powered window cleaners, and other domestic electromechanical appliances of unusual function. Classification under 850980 requires two conditions: the device must have a built-in electric motor and be intended for domestic use. Professional catering or industrial appliances are classified under Chapter 84. CN 850980 is residual within heading 8509 - covering appliances that do not fit under 850940 (grinders and mixers) or other named subheadings. Classification is based on GIR Rules 1 and 6. Kitchen robots, thermomixers, and other multi-function kitchen appliances may be classified here if their dominant function does not correspond to any of the named subheadings. Importers should carefully assess the primary function of multi-function appliances.

Regulatory requirements for household appliances under CN 850980

Importing electromechanical appliances under CN 850980 into the EU is subject to product safety directives. The LVD Directive (2014/35/EU) requires electrical and mechanical safety with CE marking. The EMC Directive (2014/30/EU) imposes electromagnetic compatibility requirements. The RoHS 2 Directive (2011/65/EU) restricts hazardous substances. The WEEE 2 Directive (2012/19/EU) requires WEEE register registration and recycling system funding. The GPSR Regulation (EU 2023/988) requires risk analysis and product traceability throughout the supply chain. Appliances in contact with food (juicers, citrus presses) are subject to Regulation (EC) No 1935/2004 on food contact materials. Safety standards from the EN 60335 series specify detailed requirements for individual categories of household appliances. The importer must hold an EU declaration of conformity, technical documentation, and safety test reports. Appliances with batteries are subject to the Battery Regulation (EU 2023/1542).

Customs duties and tariff classification for CN 850980

MFN customs duty rates for CN 850980 should be verified in TARIC. Household appliances are not subject to CBAM. Preferential duty rates are available under EU FTAs. China is the main exporter of household appliances to the EU - importers should check TARIC for trade measures. Classification under 850980 is residual - requiring demonstration that the appliance does not qualify for more specific subheadings of heading 8509. Technical documentation should clearly describe the appliance function and domestic intended use. Thermomixers combining cooking, mixing, and weighing functions may require dominant function analysis under GIR Rule 3(b). A BTI is recommended where doubts exist. TARIC codes at the 10-digit level may contain additional distinctions. National VAT applies upon import. Importers should factor in WEEE registration costs.

Safety requirements for domestic appliances 8509 80

Domestic electromechanical appliances under CN 8509 80 must comply with LVD 2014/35/EU and EMC 2014/30/EU. Materials in contact with food must meet Regulation (EC) 1935/2004. MFN duty: 2.2%. CE marking, user manual in the destination language and WEEE registration are required.

Frequently asked questions

Are electric juicers classified under CN 850980?
Yes. Electric juicers (both centrifugal and masticating types) with a built-in electric motor intended for domestic use are classified under CN 850980 as other electromechanical household appliances. They are not classified under 850940 (grinders and mixers) because their main function is juice extraction, not mixing or grinding. Slow juicers (cold press juicers) are also classified under this heading. Professional catering juicers may be classified under Chapter 84.
Which safety standards apply to appliances under CN 850980?
Appliances under CN 850980 must comply with EN 60335 series standards. General standard EN 60335-1 specifies basic safety requirements for household appliances. Specific standards depend on appliance type, including EN 60335-2-14 (kitchen appliances with rotating tools), EN 60335-2-10 (floor treatment machines), and others. Appliances with food contact must comply with Regulation (EC) No 1935/2004 on food contact materials. CE marking is mandatory and confirms compliance with the LVD and EMC Directives.
Is a thermomixer classified under CN 850980 or 850940?
Thermomixer classification depends on its dominant function. If the main function is mixing and grinding (with heating as secondary), CN 850940 may be appropriate. If the appliance combines equivalent cooking, mixing, weighing, and chopping functions without one dominant, analysis under GIR Rule 3(b) (set rule) or 3(c) (last heading in numerical order) may lead to CN 850980. In practice, many thermomixers are classified under 850980. A BTI is recommended for classification certainty.
Do domestic appliances under 8509 80 require CE marking?
Yes, domestic appliances under 8509 80 require CE marking under LVD and EMC directives. Food-contact parts must comply with Regulation (EC) 1935/2004.

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