HS Heading 8471 : Automatic data processing machines and units thereof; magnetic or optical readers, machines for transcribing data onto data media in coded form and machines for processing such data, not elsewhere specified or included
HEADING DEFINITION & DISAMBIGUATION
HS Heading 8471 encompasses automatic data processing machines and units thereof; magnetic or optical readers, machines for transcribing data onto data media in coded form and machines for processing such data, not elsewhere specified or included. It classifies 8 6-digit WCO subheadings within Chapter 84 under the Harmonized System [USITC HTS 2026].
Subheadings Under Heading 8471
| HS Code | WCO 6-Digit Subheading Description | Chapter | Operational Package |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8471.30 | Portable automatic data processing machines, weighing not more than |
84 | View 8471.30 Package → |
| 8471.41 | Other automatic data processing machines, Comprising in the same housing at least a central processing unit and an input and output unit, whether or not combined | 84 | View 8471.41 Package → |
| 8471.49 | Other automatic data processing machines, Other, entered in the form of systems | 84 | View 8471.49 Package → |
| 8471.50 | Processing units other than those of subheading 8471.41 or 8471.49, whether or not containing in the same housing one or two of the following types of unit: storage units, input units, output units | 84 | View 8471.50 Package → |
| 8471.60 | Input or output units, whether or not containing storage units in the same housing | 84 | View 8471.60 Package → |
| 8471.70 | Storage units | 84 | View 8471.70 Package → |
| 8471.80 | Other units of automatic data processing machines | 84 | View 8471.80 Package → |
| 8471.90 | Automatic data processing machines and units thereof; magnetic or optical readers, machines for transcribing data onto data media in coded form and machines for processing such data, not elsewhere specified or included, Other | 84 | View 8471.90 Package → |
DISAMBIGUATION & CLASSIFICATION GUIDE
How to Select the Correct Subheading Under Heading 8471
Commercial shipments must be declared under the exact 6-digit WCO subheading that matches physical, chemical, or processing characteristics. Review the subheading descriptions above and verify against binding CBP CROSS rulings prior to entry filing.
Official Primary Sources & Authority References
USITC HTS Heading 8471 ↗
United States International Trade Commission official Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
CBP CROSS Rulings ↗
CBP e-Rulings database for Heading 8471 precedent rulings.
WCO Nomenclature ↗
World Customs Organization Harmonized System 2022 nomenclature standard.
U.S. Census Foreign Trade ↗
U.S. Census Bureau HTS-to-NAICS concordance and Schedule B export database.
Heading 8471 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What commercial articles are grouped under HS Heading 8471?
HS Heading 8471 covers Automatic data processing machines and units thereof; magnetic or optical readers, machines for transcribing data onto data media in coded form and machines for processing such data, not elsewhere specified or included, grouping 8 6-digit WCO subheadings.
How are 6-digit subheadings structured under Heading 8471?
Subheadings under Heading 8471 range from 8471.11 to 8471.90, classifying goods by processing state, origin, or material composition.
What is the representative US import duty rate for Heading 8471?
US MFN general duty rates for Heading 8471 commodities range from Duty-Free up to representative ad valorem percentages under the 2026 US HTS.
Are Section 301 tariffs applicable to goods under Heading 8471?
Section 301 additional tariffs depend on the specific 8-digit or 10-digit US HTS code and country of origin (e.g. China Lists 1–4A).
What PGA message set flags apply to Heading 8471?
Partner Government Agency flags (FDA, USDA APHIS, EPA) apply depending on the specific commodity sub-classification.
How do I distinguish between subheadings under Heading 8471?
Review WCO subheading terms and candidate descriptions. For example, unroasted vs. roasted or decaffeinated vs. non-decaffeinated.
Can goods under Heading 8471 enter duty-free under USMCA?
Yes. Goods originating in USMCA territories (US, Mexico, Canada) enter duty-free under SPI code P with a valid Certificate of Origin.
What is the Section 321 de minimis limit for Heading 8471?
Eligible import shipments valued at $800 USD or less imported by one person on one day enter duty-free under 19 U.S.C. 1321.
What documents are required for formal customs entry of Heading 8471?
Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading, and CBP Form 7501 are mandatory for entries exceeding $2,500 USD.
How can an importer get a binding CBP classification ruling for Heading 8471?
Importers may apply for a binding ruling via CBP National Commodity Specialist Division under 19 CFR Part 177.