HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8415.83 – Air conditioning machines; containing a motor driven fan, other than window or wall types, not incorporating a refrigerating unit
HS code 8415.83 is the 6-digit subheading for air conditioning machines, containing a motor driven fan, other than window or wall types, not incorporating a refrigerating unit. It is used for evaporative coolers, industrial humidifiers, desiccant dehumidifiers, air washers and adiabatic cooling units.
What HS 8415.83 covers
This category includes air conditioning machines, other than window or wall types, that control temperature and humidity but do not incorporate a refrigerating unit. These systems often rely on evaporative cooling, desiccant dehumidification, or other non-refrigerant-based methods. They are crucial in specific industrial processes, data centers, or regions with dry climates where evaporative cooling is effective. International trade is driven by niche applications requiring precise humidity control or energy-efficient cooling alternatives. Exporters are specialized manufacturers, while importers are often industries like textiles, pharmaceuticals, or data centers, as well as countries where evaporative cooling is climatically suitable. The market emphasizes energy efficiency and environmental considerations, offering solutions where traditional refrigeration is not optimal or desired.
- Covers
- Evaporative coolers
- Industrial humidifiers
- Desiccant dehumidifiers
- Air washers
- Adiabatic cooling units
- Air handling units (without refrigeration coil)
- Misting fans (for air conditioning)
- Examples
- Munters Desiccant Dehumidifiers
- Portacool Evaporative Coolers
- Condair Humidifiers
- Carrier Air Handling Units (non-refrigerated models)
- Honeywell Evaporative Air Coolers
Codes often confused with 8415.83
Common mistake. Easily confused with units incorporating a refrigerating unit (841581, 841582) or simple fans (841459) if the temperature/humidity control aspect is overlooked.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 841583, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 841583 in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 11% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 21% 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 $449M 11% of world exports
- 2 Germany $440M 11% of world exports
- 3 China $361M 8.9% of world exports
World total: $4.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $878M 21% of world imports
- 2 Germany $402M 9.6% of world imports
- 3 France $210M 5.0% of world imports
World total: $4.2B 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 8415.83
Brazil does not split HS 8415.83: its NCM code is 8415.83.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 84.15 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8415.83
What is HS code 841583?
HS code 841583 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Air conditioning machines; containing a motor driven fan, other than window or wall types, not incorporating a refrigerating unit. This category includes air conditioning machines, other than window or wall types, that control temperature and humidity but do not incorporate a refrigerating unit. These systems often rely on evaporative cooling, desiccant dehumidification, or other non-refrigerant-based methods. They are crucial in specific industrial processes, data centers, or regions with dry climates where evaporative cooling is effective. International trade is driven by niche applications requiring precise humidity control or energy-efficient cooling alternatives. Exporters are specialized manufacturers, while importers are often industries like textiles, pharmaceuticals, or data centers, as well as countries where evaporative cooling is climatically suitable. The market emphasizes energy efficiency and environmental considerations, offering solutions where traditional refrigeration is not optimal or desired.
What products fall under HS code 841583?
Evaporative coolers, industrial humidifiers, desiccant dehumidifiers, air washers, adiabatic cooling units, air handling units (without refrigeration coil), misting fans (for air conditioning)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 841583?
Easily confused with units incorporating a refrigerating unit (841581, 841582) or simple fans (841459) if the temperature/humidity control aspect is overlooked.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 841583?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 841583 in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($449M, 11% of world exports), Germany ($440M) and China ($361M). World exports came to about $4.1B, 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 841583?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 841583 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($878M, 21% of world imports), Germany ($402M) and France ($210M). World imports came to about $4.2B, 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 841583 structured?
HS code 841583 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (84) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (15) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (83) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 841583?
In Brazil, HS code 841583 is NCM 8415.83.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.