Heading 8450

Household- or laundry-type washing machines, including machines which both wash and dry; parts thereof

11 declarable lines

Heading 8450 covers household or laundry-type washing machines, including machines that both wash and dry, and parts. It is split first by dry linen capacity of 10 kg or less versus over 10 kg, then by machine type such as coin-operated, top loading, built-in centrifugal dryer, or other. Parts are split into tubs and tub assemblies, furniture designed to receive these machines, and other parts.

Products in this heading

Household fully automatic top-loading washer, 10 kg or less
Household fully automatic front-loading washer, 10 kg or less
Coin-operated laundry washer, 10 kg or less
Washer with built-in centrifugal dryer, 10 kg or less
Commercial top-loading washer, over 10 kg
Washing machine tub assembly
Furniture designed to receive washing machines

How to choose the right subheading

Dry linen capacity: 10 kg or less, or over 10 kg.
Machine type: coin-operated, top loading, built-in centrifugal dryer, or other.
Automation: whether the machine is fully automatic.
Part type: tub or tub assembly, furniture designed to receive the machine, or other part.

Often confused with

Household clothes dryer that only dries clothes
It has no washing function; centrifugal clothes dryers are classified in heading 8421.
Heading 8421
Dishwashing machine
It cleans dishes, not laundry.
Heading 8422
Industrial textile washing machine for yarn, fabric, or made up textile articles
Heading 8451 covers textile washing machinery other than machines of heading 8450.
Heading 8451
Laundry ironing or pressing machine
Heading 8451 covers ironing and pressing of textile articles.
Heading 8451

Frequently asked questions

What is the HTS code for a household top-loading fully automatic washing machine with dry linen capacity not over 10 kg?

Use 8450.11.00.40 for a fully automatic top-loading machine with dry linen capacity not exceeding 10 kg. The general (MFN) rate is 1.4%.

What is the duty on a coin-operated washing machine with dry linen capacity over 10 kg?

Coin-operated machines over 10 kg are classified under 8450.20.00.10. The general (MFN) rate is 1%.

How do I classify a washing machine part that is a tub assembly?

Tubs and tub assemblies are classified under 8450.90.20.00. The general (MFN) rate is 2.6%.

Guide written from the official schedule text. Rates quoted are general (MFN) rates; check the line page for trade agreement rates and the classification of your exact product.