HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8441.90 – Machinery; parts of machinery for making up paper pulp, paper or paperboard, including cutting machines of all kinds
HS code 8441.90 is the 6-digit subheading for machinery, parts of machinery for making up paper pulp, paper or paperboard, including cutting machines of all kinds. It is used for guillotine blades, die-cutting plates, slitter knives, folder-gluer belts and suction cups for paper handling.
What HS 8441.90 covers
This HS code specifically covers parts and accessories for all types of machinery classified under heading 8441, which are used for making up paper pulp, paper, or paperboard. This includes components for cutting machines, bag-making machines, carton-making machines, and pulp moulding machines. The trade in these parts is essential for the maintenance, repair, and upgrading of existing paper processing equipment worldwide. Importers are typically companies that own and operate the main machinery, such as large printing houses, packaging manufacturers, and paper mills, seeking to ensure continuous operation and extend the lifespan of their capital investments. Exporters are often the original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) or specialized component suppliers, predominantly located in industrialized nations with strong precision engineering capabilities. The market for these parts is driven by the installed base of machinery and the need for reliable spare parts to minimize downtime.
- Covers
- Guillotine blades
- Die-cutting plates
- Slitter knives
- Folder-gluer belts
- Suction cups for paper handling
- Machine rollers
- Gear sets for paper machines
- Control panels for paper machinery
- Examples
- Polar Mohr Blades
- Bobst Die-cutting Tools
- Jagenberg Slitter Knives
- Muller Martini Belts
- Esko Kongsberg Blades
Codes often confused with 8441.90
Common mistake. This code is specifically for *parts* of 8441 machinery. It should not be confused with the complete machines themselves (844110-844180) or general machine parts (847990) if the part is clearly identifiable for 8441 machinery.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 844190, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 844190 in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 18% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 18% 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 $380M 18% of world exports
- 2 Germany $356M 17% of world exports
- 3 United States $257M 12% of world exports
World total: $2.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $384M 18% of world imports
- 2 Germany $189M 8.9% of world imports
- 3 Italy $118M 5.6% of world imports
World total: $2.1B 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 8441.90
Brazil does not split HS 8441.90: its NCM code is 8441.90.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 84.41 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8441.90
What is HS code 844190?
HS code 844190 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Machinery; parts of machinery for making up paper pulp, paper or paperboard, including cutting machines of all kinds. This HS code specifically covers parts and accessories for all types of machinery classified under heading 8441, which are used for making up paper pulp, paper, or paperboard. This includes components for cutting machines, bag-making machines, carton-making machines, and pulp moulding machines. The trade in these parts is essential for the maintenance, repair, and upgrading of existing paper processing equipment worldwide. Importers are typically companies that own and operate the main machinery, such as large printing houses, packaging manufacturers, and paper mills, seeking to ensure continuous operation and extend the lifespan of their capital investments. Exporters are often the original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) or specialized component suppliers, predominantly located in industrialized nations with strong precision engineering capabilities. The market for these parts is driven by the installed base of machinery and the need for reliable spare parts to minimize downtime.
What products fall under HS code 844190?
Guillotine blades, Die-cutting plates, Slitter knives, Folder-gluer belts, Suction cups for paper handling, Machine rollers, Gear sets for paper machines, Control panels for paper machinery
What are common misclassifications for HS code 844190?
This code is specifically for *parts* of 8441 machinery. It should not be confused with the complete machines themselves (844110-844180) or general machine parts (847990) if the part is clearly identifiable for 8441 machinery.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 844190?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 844190 in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($380M, 18% of world exports), Germany ($356M) and the United States ($257M). World exports came to about $2.1B, 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 844190?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 844190 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($384M, 18% of world imports), Germany ($189M) and Italy ($118M). World imports came to about $2.1B, 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.
How is HS code 844190 structured?
HS code 844190 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (84) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (41) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (90) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 844190?
In Brazil, HS code 844190 is NCM 8441.90.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.