HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8419.12 – Heaters; solar water heaters, non-electric
HS code 8419.12 is the 6-digit subheading for heaters, solar water heaters, non-electric. It is used for solar thermal collectors, solar hot water tanks, evacuated tube collectors, flat plate collectors and thermosiphon systems.
What HS 8419.12 covers
This HS code encompasses non-electric solar water heaters, a vital category within renewable energy technologies. These systems harness solar energy to heat water for residential, commercial, and industrial applications, reducing reliance on fossil fuels. Key players in international trade include manufacturers in countries with strong solar industries and high demand for sustainable solutions. Importers range from construction companies and renewable energy installers to individual consumers and governments promoting green initiatives. Exporters are typically specialized manufacturers of solar thermal systems. Understanding this code is crucial for tracking the adoption of clean energy, assessing market trends in sustainable building, and identifying opportunities in energy-efficient infrastructure development. The trade often involves complete systems, including collectors, storage tanks, and circulation components, reflecting a growing global commitment to environmental sustainability and energy independence.
- Covers
- Solar thermal collectors
- Solar hot water tanks
- Evacuated tube collectors
- Flat plate collectors
- Thermosiphon systems
- Solar water heating kits
- Solar geysers
- Examples
- Bosch Solar 2000 F
- Viessmann Vitosol 200-FM
- Rheem Solpak Solar Water Heater
- SunEarth EC Series
- Apricus AP-30 Evacuated Tube Collector
Codes often confused with 8419.12
Common mistake. This code can be confused with 841919 (other non-electric water heaters) if the solar aspect isn't clearly defined, or 851610 (electric water heaters) if an electric backup element is present but not the primary heating method.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 841912, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 841912 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 50% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 12% 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 $132M 50% of world exports
- 2 Greece $46M 17% of world exports
- 3 France $22M 8.5% of world exports
World total: $261M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $32M 12% of world imports
- 2 Mexico $26M 10% of world imports
- 3 Chile $20M 7.9% of world imports
World total: $257M 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 8419.12
Brazil does not split HS 8419.12: its NCM code is 8419.12.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 84.19 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8419.12
What is HS code 841912?
HS code 841912 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Heaters; solar water heaters, non-electric. This HS code encompasses non-electric solar water heaters, a vital category within renewable energy technologies. These systems harness solar energy to heat water for residential, commercial, and industrial applications, reducing reliance on fossil fuels. Key players in international trade include manufacturers in countries with strong solar industries and high demand for sustainable solutions. Importers range from construction companies and renewable energy installers to individual consumers and governments promoting green initiatives. Exporters are typically specialized manufacturers of solar thermal systems. Understanding this code is crucial for tracking the adoption of clean energy, assessing market trends in sustainable building, and identifying opportunities in energy-efficient infrastructure development. The trade often involves complete systems, including collectors, storage tanks, and circulation components, reflecting a growing global commitment to environmental sustainability and energy independence.
What products fall under HS code 841912?
Solar thermal collectors, solar hot water tanks, evacuated tube collectors, flat plate collectors, thermosiphon systems, solar water heating kits, solar geysers
What are common misclassifications for HS code 841912?
This code can be confused with 841919 (other non-electric water heaters) if the solar aspect isn't clearly defined, or 851610 (electric water heaters) if an electric backup element is present but not the primary heating method.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 841912?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 841912 in UN Comtrade data were China ($132M, 50% of world exports), Greece ($46M) and France ($22M). World exports came to about $261M, 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 841912?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 841912 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($32M, 12% of world imports), Mexico ($26M) and Chile ($20M). World imports came to about $257M, 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 841912 structured?
HS code 841912 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (84) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (19) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (12) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 841912?
In Brazil, HS code 841912 is NCM 8419.12.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.