HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8414.70 – Gas-tight biological safety cabinets; whether or not fitted with filters, having a maximum horizontal side not exceeding 120cm
HS code 8414.70 is the 6-digit subheading for gas-tight biological safety cabinets, whether or not fitted with filters, having a maximum horizontal side not exceeding 120cm. It is used for class I Biological Safety Cabinet, class II Type A2 BSC, class II Type B1 BSC, class II Type B2 BSC and class III BSC.
What HS 8414.70 covers
This category specifically covers gas-tight biological safety cabinets (BSCs), crucial equipment for laboratories handling hazardous biological materials. These cabinets provide personnel, product, and environmental protection by maintaining a sterile work environment and containing aerosols. They are vital for research institutions, pharmaceutical companies, hospitals, and public health laboratories globally. Trade is driven by advancements in biotechnology, increased R&D spending, and stringent safety regulations. Exporters are typically specialized manufacturers of laboratory equipment, while importers are countries with strong scientific and medical research sectors. Understanding the different classes of BSCs (Class I, II, III) is key for accurate classification and trade.
- Covers
- Class I Biological Safety Cabinet
- Class II Type A2 BSC
- Class II Type B1 BSC
- Class II Type B2 BSC
- Class III BSC
- Microbiological safety cabinet
- Examples
- Thermo Scientific 1300 Series A2
- Baker Company SterilGARD
- Esco Airstream
- Labconco Purifier Logic+
- Kewaunee Scientific
Codes often confused with 8414.70
Common mistake. Often confused with laminar flow hoods (841480) which protect the product but not necessarily the user, or chemical fume hoods (also 841480) designed for chemical vapors.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 841470, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 841470 in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 50% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United Kingdom, with 8.8% 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 Italy $51M 50% of world exports
- 2 Mexico $8.1M 8.0% of world exports
- 3 France $7.3M 7.1% of world exports
World total: $102M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United Kingdom $8.0M 8.8% of world imports
- 2 France $7.6M 8.4% of world imports
- 3 Belgium $4.8M 5.3% of world imports
World total: $91M 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 that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. 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. 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 8414.70
Brazil does not split HS 8414.70: its NCM code is 8414.70.00.
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 8414.70
What is HS code 841470?
HS code 841470 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Gas-tight biological safety cabinets; whether or not fitted with filters, having a maximum horizontal side not exceeding 120cm. This category specifically covers gas-tight biological safety cabinets (BSCs), crucial equipment for laboratories handling hazardous biological materials. These cabinets provide personnel, product, and environmental protection by maintaining a sterile work environment and containing aerosols. They are vital for research institutions, pharmaceutical companies, hospitals, and public health laboratories globally. Trade is driven by advancements in biotechnology, increased R&D spending, and stringent safety regulations. Exporters are typically specialized manufacturers of laboratory equipment, while importers are countries with strong scientific and medical research sectors. Understanding the different classes of BSCs (Class I, II, III) is key for accurate classification and trade.
What products fall under HS code 841470?
Class I Biological Safety Cabinet, Class II Type A2 BSC, Class II Type B1 BSC, Class II Type B2 BSC, Class III BSC, microbiological safety cabinet
What are common misclassifications for HS code 841470?
Often confused with laminar flow hoods (841480) which protect the product but not necessarily the user, or chemical fume hoods (also 841480) designed for chemical vapors.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 841470?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 841470 in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($51M, 50% of world exports), Mexico ($8.1M) and France ($7.3M). World exports came to about $102M, 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 841470?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 841470 in UN Comtrade data were the United Kingdom ($8.0M, 8.8% of world imports), France ($7.6M) and Belgium ($4.8M). World imports came to about $91M, 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 841470 structured?
HS code 841470 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 (70) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 841470?
In Brazil, HS code 841470 is NCM 8414.70.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.