HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8424.89 – Mechanical appliances; for projecting, dispersing or spraying liquids or powders, for other than agricultural or horticultural use, whether or not hand-operated
HS code 8424.89 is the 6-digit subheading for mechanical appliances, for projecting, dispersing or spraying liquids or powders, for other than agricultural or horticultural use, whether or not hand-operated. It is used for industrial coating systems, paint strippers (mechanical), disinfection sprayers, humidifiers (industrial/commercial) and pest control sprayers (non-agri).
What HS 8424.89 covers
This broad category covers mechanical appliances designed to project, disperse, or spray liquids or powders for industrial, commercial, or domestic applications, specifically excluding agricultural/horticultural uses, fire extinguishers, spray guns, or blasting machines. It serves as a catch-all for a vast array of non-specialized spraying equipment, from industrial coating systems and disinfection sprayers to commercial humidifiers and road marking machines. Importers range from general industrial suppliers to retail chains, while exporters are diverse manufacturers of machinery and consumer goods. Trade is influenced by manufacturing demand, public health needs (e.g., disinfection during pandemics), and consumer markets. Key aspects include versatility, material compatibility, and operational efficiency across various non-farm sectors, making it a dynamic and adaptable trade category.
- Covers
- Industrial coating systems
- Paint strippers (mechanical)
- Disinfection sprayers
- Humidifiers (industrial/commercial)
- Pest control sprayers (non-agri)
- Road marking machines
- Concrete curing sprayers
- Examples
- Graco Xtreme Mix
- Titan Impact 440
- Victory Innovations VP200ES
- Binks MX412
- Hilti DPC 20
Codes often confused with 8424.89
Common mistake. Frequently confused with agricultural sprayers (842441, 842449) if the end-use is not clearly non-agricultural, or with specific spray guns (842420) if the function is more general than precise application.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 842489, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 842489 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 30% 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 $2.1B 30% of world exports
- 2 Germany $1.4B 20% of world exports
- 3 United States $620M 8.7% of world exports
World total: $7.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $748M 11% of world imports
- 2 China $504M 7.5% of world imports
- 3 Germany $387M 5.7% of world imports
World total: $6.7B 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 codes for 8424.89 3
Brazil splits HS 8424.89 into 3 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 8424.89.10 Aerosol valve assemblies for containersAparelhos de pulverização constituídos por botão de pressão com bocal (tampa spray), válvula do tipo aerossol, junta de estanqueidade (junta de canopla) e tubo de imersão, montados sobre um corpo metálico (canopla), do tipo utilizado para serem montados no gargalo de recipientes, para projetar líquidos, pós ou espumas
- 8424.89.20 Automatic tyre lubricant sprayersAparelhos automáticos para projetar lubrificantes sobre pneumáticos, que contenham uma estação de secagem por ar preaquecido e dispositivos para agarrar e movimentar pneumáticos
- 8424.89.90 Other liquid or powder spraying appliancesOutros
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 84.24 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8424.89
What is HS code 842489?
HS code 842489 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Mechanical appliances; for projecting, dispersing or spraying liquids or powders, for other than agricultural or horticultural use, whether or not hand-operated. This broad category covers mechanical appliances designed to project, disperse, or spray liquids or powders for industrial, commercial, or domestic applications, specifically excluding agricultural/horticultural uses, fire extinguishers, spray guns, or blasting machines. It serves as a catch-all for a vast array of non-specialized spraying equipment, from industrial coating systems and disinfection sprayers to commercial humidifiers and road marking machines. Importers range from general industrial suppliers to retail chains, while exporters are diverse manufacturers of machinery and consumer goods. Trade is influenced by manufacturing demand, public health needs (e.g., disinfection during pandemics), and consumer markets. Key aspects include versatility, material compatibility, and operational efficiency across various non-farm sectors, making it a dynamic and adaptable trade category.
What products fall under HS code 842489?
Industrial coating systems, paint strippers (mechanical), disinfection sprayers, humidifiers (industrial/commercial), pest control sprayers (non-agri), road marking machines, concrete curing sprayers
What are common misclassifications for HS code 842489?
Frequently confused with agricultural sprayers (842441, 842449) if the end-use is not clearly non-agricultural, or with specific spray guns (842420) if the function is more general than precise application.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 842489?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 842489 in UN Comtrade data were China ($2.1B, 30% of world exports), Germany ($1.4B) and the United States ($620M). World exports came to about $7.1B, 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 842489?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 842489 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($748M, 11% of world imports), China ($504M) and Germany ($387M). World imports came to about $6.7B, 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 842489 structured?
HS code 842489 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (84) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (24) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (89) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 842489?
Brazil splits HS code 842489 into 3 NCM codes: 8424.89.10 (Aerosol valve assemblies for containers), 8424.89.20 (Automatic tyre lubricant sprayers), 8424.89.90 (Other liquid or powder spraying appliances). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.