Zimbabwe HS Code

HS Code 850164: "AC generators ""alternators"", of an output > 750 kVA" in Zimbabwe

Q: What is HS code 850164 in Zimbabwe?

HS code 850164 covers "AC generators ""alternators"", of an output > 750 kVA" in Zimbabwe. It sits in Chapter 85 (Electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recordersand reproducers, television image and sound recorders and reproducers, and parts andaccessories of such articles), Heading 8501 of the Harmonized System, and is classified under HS-ZW.

Q: Is HS code 850164 the same across all countries?

Yes — up to the 6-digit level, HS code 850164 is the same in every WCO member country. Beyond 6 digits, each country extends the code for national tariff and statistical use. Zimbabwe extends it under HS-ZW.

Q: What system does Zimbabwe use to classify HS code 850164?

Zimbabwe classifies products under the Zimbabwe Customs Tariff (HS-ZW; locally Customs Tariff Handbook), which extends HS codes to 8 digits. The first 6 digits align with the WCO Harmonized System, and the rest cover national tariff and statistical needs.

Q: Where can I officially look up HS code 850164 in Zimbabwe?

The official source is https://www.zimra.co.zw/. For faster cross-country lookups, TradeInt's HS Code Tool consolidates classifications across all major countries in one place.

What is HS Code 850164 in Zimbabwe

Under Zimbabwe's Zimbabwe Customs Tariff (Customs Tariff Handbook), HS Code 850164 is the WCO Harmonized System subheading for "AC generators ""alternators"", of an output > 750 kVA". This is the most detailed internationally standardized level; Zimbabwe extends classifications to 8 digits under its national tariff system. 850164 belongs to Section XVI: Machinery and mechanical appliances; electrical equipment; parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers, television image and sound recorders and reproducers, and parts and accessories of such articles, Chapter 85: Electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recordersand reproducers, television image and sound recorders and reproducers, and parts andaccessories of such articles, Heading 8501: Electric motors and generators (excluding generating sets).

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Classification Path of HS Code 850164 in Zimbabwe

Section XVI

Chapters (84-85) Machinery and mechanical appliances; electrical equipment; parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers, television image and sound recorders and reproducers, and parts and accessories of such articles

Chapter 85

Electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recordersand reproducers, television image and sound recorders and reproducers, and parts andaccessories of such articles

HS Code 8501

Electric motors and generators (excluding generating sets)

HS Code 850164

"AC generators ""alternators"", of an output > 750 kVA"

HS Code 85016400

Electric motors and generators (excluding generating sets): ac generators (alternators): of an output exceeding 750 kva

Zimbabwe Tariff Classification: Zimbabwe Customs Tariff (HS-ZW)

In Zimbabwe, HS 850164 is classified under the Zimbabwe Customs Tariff (Customs Tariff Handbook) — a 8-digit national extension of the WCO 6-digit Harmonized System.

Tariff schedule Zimbabwe Customs Tariff (HS-ZW)

Local name Customs Tariff Handbook

Digits 8

Official source https://www.zimra.co.zw/

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Top Trading Product of HS Code 8501

Top Zimbabwe import Product Under HS Code 8501

1 850180: Electric motors and generators (excluding generating sets) $6.1M 2 850152: AC motors, multi-phase, of an output > 750 W but <= 75 kW $4.9M 3 850134: DC motors and DC generators of an output > 375 kW $3.9M

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Top Zimbabwe export Product Under HS Code 8501

1 850134: DC motors and DC generators of an output > 375 kW $1.4M 2 850153: AC motors, multi-phase, of an output > 75 kW $579.3K 3 850164: "AC generators ""alternators"", of an output > 750 kVA" $346.3K

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Related HS Code to Zimbabwe Heavy AC Alternators (850164)

HS Code 85016400

Electric motors and generators (excluding generating sets): ac generators (alternators): of an output exceeding 750 kva

HS Code 850110

Electric motors of an output not exceeding 37.5 W

HS Code 850120

Universal AC/DC motors of an output > 37,5 W

HS Code 850131

DC motors of an output > 37,5 W but <= 750 W ; DC generators of an output <= 750 W

HS Code 850132

DC motors and DC generators of an output > 750 W but <= 75 kW

HS Code 850133

DC motors and DC generators of an output > 75 kW but <= 375 kW

HS Code 850134

DC motors and DC generators of an output > 375 kW

HS Code 850140

AC motors, single-phase, nes

HS Code 850151

AC motors, multi-phase, of an output > 37,5 W but <= 750 W

HS Code 850152

AC motors, multi-phase, of an output > 750 W but <= 75 kW

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 850164 in Zimbabwe?

HS code 850164 covers "AC generators ""alternators"", of an output > 750 kVA" in Zimbabwe. It sits in Chapter 85 (Electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recordersand reproducers, television image and sound recorders and reproducers, and parts andaccessories of such articles), Heading 8501 of the Harmonized System, and is classified under HS-ZW.

Is HS code 850164 the same across all countries?

What system does Zimbabwe use to classify HS code 850164?

Where can I officially look up HS code 850164 in Zimbabwe?