HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8414.20 – Pumps; hand or foot-operated air pumps
HS code 8414.20 is the 6-digit subheading for pumps, hand or foot-operated air pumps. It is used for bicycle pumps, foot pumps for tires, ball pumps, hand air pumps for inflatables and portable car tire pumps (manual).
What HS 8414.20 covers
This HS code covers hand or foot-operated air pumps, which are simple, manually powered devices designed to compress and move air. These pumps are widely used for inflating tires (bicycles, cars, sports equipment), air mattresses, and various other inflatable items. While seemingly basic, they represent a significant volume of trade, particularly in consumer goods markets globally. Major importers and exporters include China, which is a dominant manufacturer, along with countries like the USA, Germany, and the UK, which have high consumer demand for such practical tools. The trade in these pumps is driven by their affordability, portability, and widespread utility in everyday life and recreational activities. Key aspects include durability, ease of use, and compatibility with different valve types, making them essential items for households, cyclists, and outdoor enthusiasts worldwide.
- Covers
- Bicycle pumps
- Foot pumps for tires
- Ball pumps
- Hand air pumps for inflatables
- Portable car tire pumps (manual)
- Stand-up bicycle pumps
- Examples
- Topeak JoeBlow Sport
- Zefal HPX
- SKS Rennkompressor
- Slime 40001
- Bell Air Attack
Codes often confused with 8414.20
Common mistake. These pumps are distinct from electrically operated air compressors (841480) or other types of pumps (8413), and misclassification can occur if the manual operation aspect is overlooked.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 841420, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 841420 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 62% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 11% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $273M 62% of world exports
- 2 Taiwan* ~$44M 10% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 Germany $26M 5.8% of world exports
World total: $441M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $43M 11% of world imports
- 2 Germany $28M 6.9% of world imports
- 3 France $25M 6.2% of world imports
World total: $400M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. UN Comtrade records Taiwan as "Other Asia, not elsewhere specified". Saudi Arabia's exports under that code are left out: they are far too large to be trade with Taiwan, so mostly undisclosed partners. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for 8414.20
Brazil does not split HS 8414.20: its NCM code is 8414.20.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 84.14 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8414.20
What is HS code 841420?
HS code 841420 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Pumps; hand or foot-operated air pumps. This HS code covers hand or foot-operated air pumps, which are simple, manually powered devices designed to compress and move air. These pumps are widely used for inflating tires (bicycles, cars, sports equipment), air mattresses, and various other inflatable items. While seemingly basic, they represent a significant volume of trade, particularly in consumer goods markets globally. Major importers and exporters include China, which is a dominant manufacturer, along with countries like the USA, Germany, and the UK, which have high consumer demand for such practical tools. The trade in these pumps is driven by their affordability, portability, and widespread utility in everyday life and recreational activities. Key aspects include durability, ease of use, and compatibility with different valve types, making them essential items for households, cyclists, and outdoor enthusiasts worldwide.
What products fall under HS code 841420?
Bicycle pumps, Foot pumps for tires, Ball pumps, Hand air pumps for inflatables, Portable car tire pumps (manual), Stand-up bicycle pumps
What are common misclassifications for HS code 841420?
These pumps are distinct from electrically operated air compressors (841480) or other types of pumps (8413), and misclassification can occur if the manual operation aspect is overlooked.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 841420?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 841420 in UN Comtrade data were China ($273M, 62% of world exports), Taiwan (about $44M) and Germany ($26M). World exports came to about $441M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 841420?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 841420 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($43M, 11% of world imports), Germany ($28M) and France ($25M). World imports came to about $400M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 841420 structured?
HS code 841420 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (84) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (14) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (20) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 841420?
In Brazil, HS code 841420 is NCM 8414.20.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.