HS Code for Electric Toaster / Toaster Oven: 8516.72.00

Classification Notes

Pop-up toasters (2-slice, 4-slice, long-slot for artisan bread) are classified under 8516.72 as an explicit subheading. Major brands: Dualit, Breville, Smeg, KitchenAid, Cuisinart, Russell Hobbs, Bosch, Morphy Richards, De'Longhi, Sunbeam. Toaster ovens / mini ovens (Breville Smart Oven, Cuisinart TOA, Ninja Foodi Dual Heat) that can bake, broil, and toast are NOT 8516.72 — they fall under 8516.60 (electric ovens and cookers) because the primary function is oven-based cooking. Toaster-oven-air-fryer combinations (Ninja Foodi SP301, Breville Joule Oven) remain 8516.60. Sandwich presses / panini grills / waffle makers are 8516.79 (other electro-thermic appliances). The distinction matters because 8516.72 is 2.7% EU and 8516.60 is 2.7% EU — same rate, different subheading. However 8516.71 (coffee makers) and 8516.72 (toasters) are often confused by importers — a built-in breakfast station (toaster + kettle + egg cooker) may need classification by essential character. Classic stovetop 'toast rack' grills are not electric — they are 7323 (kitchen articles) or 7615 (aluminium). Retro-style chrome toasters and smart WiFi toasters remain 8516.72.