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📦 Of heaters or heating apparatus of subheading 8516.10, 8516.21 or 8516.29

Of heaters or heating apparatus of subheading 8516.10, 8516.21 or 8516.29

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Overview

The category of heaters or heating apparatus under HS Codes 8516.10 (electric instantaneous or storage water heaters and immersion heaters), 8516.21 (electric storage heating radiators), and 8516.29 (other electric space heating apparatus and electric soil heating apparatus) includes a range of electrical devices used for heating water, spaces, or soil in residential, commercial, and industrial settings. These products are essential for household comfort, industrial processes, and agricultural applications. This category is part of the broader electrical machinery and equipment sector, and trade in these products is influenced by factors such as energy efficiency standards, seasonal demand, and technological advancements.

Total Trade Volume

USD 12.5 billion

Data from 2022

Source

United Nations Comtrade Database

Tariff Analysis

Average Rate

5.2%

Highest Rate

25% (applied by certain developing countries)

Lowest Rate

0% (under free trade agreements like EU Single Market or USMCA)

Common Restrictions

  • Import quotas in some regions to protect domestic manufacturers
  • Energy efficiency certification requirements
  • Safety standards compliance (e.g., CE marking in Europe)
  • Anti-dumping duties on specific exporters

Market Trends

Growing demand for energy-efficient heaters

Increased trade in eco-friendly and smart heating devices due to environmental regulations and consumer preferences

2021-2023

Rise in smart home integration

Boost in imports and exports of IoT-enabled heating apparatus, particularly in developed markets

2020-2022

Seasonal demand fluctuations

Higher trade volumes in colder months, especially in Northern Hemisphere countries

Annual pattern

Recent Developments

EU Energy Efficiency Directive Update

The European Union updated its energy efficiency standards for heating apparatus, mandating stricter compliance for imports starting in 2023.

January 2023

Non-compliant products face market access barriers, pushing exporters to innovate.

US-China Trade Agreement on Electrical Goods

A partial reduction in tariffs on electrical heating products was agreed upon as part of broader trade negotiations between the US and China.

March 2022

Increased export volumes from China to the US, benefiting Chinese manufacturers.

Global Supply Chain Disruptions

Ongoing disruptions due to geopolitical tensions and port congestion have delayed shipments of heating apparatus components.

Mid-2022

Temporary price increases and supply shortages in key markets.