Vacuum cleaners, with self-contained electric motor, of a power not exceeding 1,500 W and having a dust bag or other receptacle capacity not exceeding 20L

HS code 850811 covers a crucial segment of the household appliances industry - vacuum cleaners with self-contained electric motors. These compact, high-powered cleaning devices are essential tools for maintaining cleanliness and hygiene in homes, offices, and other indoor spaces. As a key component of the broader 851 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 industry, vacuum cleaners under this code play a significant role in the global economy.

The production of vacuum cleaners covered by HS code 850811 typically involves several key steps. First, the electric motor is assembled, which provides the suction power. The motor is then integrated into the main body of the vacuum cleaner, which houses the dust bag or other receptacle. The body is often made of durable plastic or metal components. Specialized attachments, such as hoses, brushes, and nozzles, are then added to the assembly to enhance the cleaning capabilities of the device. Finally, quality control checks and packaging are performed before the finished vacuum cleaner is ready for distribution.

The main inputs required for the production of vacuum cleaners under HS code 850811 include electric motors, plastic or metal components for the body, filters, hoses, brushes, and other accessories. Manufacturers also rely on specialized machinery and tools to assemble the various parts. Additionally, the production process requires a reliable supply of raw materials, such as polymers for the plastic components and metals for the motor and other structural elements.

Vacuum cleaners classified under HS code 850811 are primarily used by households and commercial establishments for cleaning floors, carpets, and other surfaces. They are an essential part of the 8508 ELECTRO-MECHANICAL DOMESTIC APPLIANCES, WITH SELF-CONTAINED ELECTRIC MOTOR industry and are often consumed by retailers, wholesalers, and directly by end-users. The output of this industry may also be used as inputs for the production of other household appliances, such as 8509 ELECTRO-MECHANICAL DOMESTIC APPLIANCES, WITH SELF-CONTAINED ELECTRIC MOTOR, OTHER THAN VACUUM CLEANERS OF HEADING 8508.