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84283300
NUCLEAR REACTORS, BOILERS, MACHINERY AND MECHANICAL APPLIANCES; PARTS THEREOFOther lifting, handling, loading or unloading machinery (for example, lifts, escalators, conveyors, teleferics)

Other, belt type

Standard EU duty
0%
VAT
23%
Additional duties / sanctions
0 rules
Docs required
18 docs
X858Y811Y243Y253Y254X834+12
Preferences
ERGA OMNES 0%AD 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%FJ 0%FO 0%GB 0%GE 0%GH 0%GSP+ 0%IL 0%JO 0%KE 0%LB 0%LOMB 0%MA 0%MD 0%MX 0%PG 0%PS 0%SADC EPA 0%SB 0%SM 0%SWITZ 0%SY 0%TN 0%TR 0%VN 0%WS 0%XC 0%XL 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”.
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.

Definition and scope of subheading 842833

Subheading 842833 of the Combined Nomenclature covers belt type conveyors other than those for underground use (842831). This category includes belt conveyors for bulk materials (gravel, sand, coal, ore, aggregate), belt conveyors for unit loads (packages, crates), sorting conveyors, feed conveyors in production lines, and both portable and stationary belt conveyors. These are among the most widely used continuous transport devices in industry, logistics, surface mining and construction. Classification requires distinguishing from underground conveyors (842831), bucket conveyors (842832), pneumatic conveyors (842820) and other conveyors (842839). The key criterion is the use of a belt as the carrying and transporting element. The GIR, rules 1 and 6, form the basis for classification.

Import requirements and regulations for belt conveyors (842833)

Importing belt conveyors under subheading 842833 into the European Union is governed by the Machinery Regulation (EU) 2023/1230. The manufacturer or importer must prepare an EU declaration of conformity and affix the CE marking. Conveyors for dusty materials may be subject to ATEX Directive 2014/34/EU. Food-contact conveyors must comply with Regulation (EC) No 1935/2004. Harmonised standard EN 620 sets safety requirements for stationary belt conveyors. The importer must hold an EORI number. Required documents include a commercial invoice, transport document, technical specification with capacity, belt width and speed parameters, CE declaration and proof of origin.

Customs duties and trade measures for subheading 842833

MFN duty rates for belt conveyors under subheading 842833 should be verified in the current TARIC database. Preferential rates may be available under EU FTAs. Belt conveyors are imported both as complete systems and as separate components (belts, drums, idlers, support structures). Complete systems are classified together under GIR rule 2a. Import of conveyor belts as spare parts is subject to separate classification under subheading 843139. Imports from Russia and Belarus are subject to EU sanctions. National VAT is charged. All rates should be verified in TARIC.

EU safety certification requirements for CN 8428 33

Importing belt type conveyors under CN 8428 33 requires compliance with stringent EU safety frameworks. The Machinery Regulation (EU) 2023/1230, replacing Directive 2006/42/EC, mandates CE marking, an EU declaration of conformity, and technical documentation. Lifting equipment falls under the Lifts Directive 2014/33/EU, requiring notified body involvement in conformity assessment. Installations in explosive atmospheres need ATEX certification under Directive 2014/34/EU. The manufacturer or authorised representative in the EU bears responsibility for the conformity assessment procedure.

Frequently asked questions

What products are covered by subheading 842833?
Subheading 842833 covers belt conveyors other than underground types, for transporting bulk and unit loads. Typical applications include gravel, sand, coal, packages and production line products. Underground conveyors are classified under 842831, bucket conveyors under 842832. The criterion is a belt as the transport element. Duty rates should be verified in TARIC.
Do belt conveyors (842833) require CE marking?
Yes. Belt conveyors imported into the EU are subject to the Machinery Regulation (EU) 2023/1230 requiring CE marking and a declaration of conformity. Standard EN 620 sets safety requirements. Conveyors for dusty materials may require ATEX certification. Food conveyors must comply with Regulation (EC) No 1935/2004. Documentation must be retained for at least 10 years.
How are conveyor belts classified when imported separately?
Conveyor belts imported as spare parts without the complete conveyor may be classified under subheading 843139 as parts of conveying machinery or under Chapter 40 (rubber articles) depending on the material and intended use. A complete conveyor with belt is classified under 842833. A BTI ruling is recommended where doubt exists. Duty rates should be verified in TARIC.
Do belt type conveyors (8428 33) require notified body involvement?
Notified body involvement is required for lifting equipment under the Lifts Directive 2014/33/EU and machinery in ATEX zones (Directive 2014/34/EU).