HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 8443.99 – Printing machinery; parts and accessories, n.e.c. in item no. 8443.91

HS code 8443.99 is the 6-digit subheading for printing machinery, parts and accessories, n.e.c. in item no. 8443.91. It is used for printheads, fuser units, toner cartridges (empty or non-functional parts), inkjet printer circuit boards and paper trays.

What HS 8443.99 covers

This HS code serves as a catch-all for parts and accessories of printing machinery not specifically covered by 844391, which focuses on parts for plate/cylinder-based printing. This broad category includes components for digital printers, inkjet printers, laser printers, 3D printers (if classified under 8443), and other specialized printing equipment. International trade in these parts is driven by the global demand for maintenance, repair, and upgrades of a vast array of printing devices, from desktop units to industrial-scale digital presses. Manufacturers are diverse, ranging from major printer brands producing proprietary parts to third-party suppliers specializing in consumables or generic components. Key exporters are often countries with strong electronics manufacturing bases like China, Japan, and South Korea, while importers are found worldwide, including distributors, service centers, and end-users. The trade involves a wide spectrum of items, from intricate electronic boards and printheads to simpler mechanical components and specialized tools. Ensuring compatibility, quality, and timely delivery are critical factors in this highly competitive market segment.

Covers
  • Printheads
  • Fuser units
  • Toner cartridges (empty or non-functional parts)
  • Inkjet printer circuit boards
  • Paper trays
  • Printer rollers
  • Laser scanner units
  • 3D printer nozzles
Examples
  • HP LaserJet fuser assembly
  • Epson EcoTank printhead
  • Canon Pixma logic board
  • Xerox WorkCentre paper feed roller
  • Ultimaker 3D printer hotend

Codes often confused with 8443.99

Common mistake. This code is often confused with 844391 (parts for plate/cylinder printing) due to the general nature of "parts and accessories," but the distinction lies in the specific printing technology the parts are designed for. It can also be confused with the finished machines themselves (84433X) if not clearly identified as a component.

8443.91Printing machinery used for printing by means of plates, cylinders and other printing components of heading 8442; parts and accessories

Top exporters and importers of HS code 844399, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 844399 in UN Comtrade data was Japan, with 17% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 16% 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. 1 Japan $6.5B
  2. 2 China $5.4B
  3. 3 Germany $3.8B

World total: $38.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 United States $6.7B
  2. 2 Germany $4.5B
  3. 3 China $3.2B

World total: $40.8B 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 8443.99 19

Brazil splits HS 8443.99 into 19 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.

  1. 8443.99.1 Impact printing mechanisms, parts and accessories thereofMecanismos de impressão por impacto, suas partes e acessórios Group
  2. 8443.99.11 Impact printing mechanismsMecanismos de impressão, mesmo sem cabeça de impressão incorporada
  3. 8443.99.12 Impact printer print headsCabeças de impressão
  4. 8443.99.19 Other impact printer parts and accessoriesOutros
  5. 8443.99.2 Ink-jet printing mechanisms, parts and accessories thereofMecanismos de impressão por jato de tinta, suas partes e acessórios Group
  6. 8443.99.21 Inkjet printing mechanismsMecanismos de impressão, mesmo sem cabeça de impressão incorporada
  7. 8443.99.22 Inkjet print headsCabeças de impressão
  8. 8443.99.23 Inkjet ink cartridgesCartuchos de tinta
  9. 8443.99.29 Other inkjet printer parts and accessoriesOutros
  10. 8443.99.3 Laser, LED (light-emitting diodes) or LCS (liquid crystal system) printing mechanisms, parts and accessories thereofMecanismos de impressão a laser, a LED (Diodos Emissores de Luz) ou a LCS (Sistema de Cristal Líquido), suas partes e acessórios Group
  11. 8443.99.31 Laser/LED/LCS printing mechanismsMecanismos de impressão, mesmo sem cilindro fotossensível incorporado
  12. 8443.99.32 Photoconductive drums for laser/LED/LCS printersCilindros recobertos de matéria semicondutora fotoelétrica
  13. 8443.99.33 Toner cartridges for laser/LED/LCS printersCartuchos de revelador (toners)
  14. 8443.99.39 Other laser/LED/LCS printer parts and accessoriesOutros
  15. 8443.99.4 Thermal printing mechanisms, parts and accessories thereofMecanismos de impressão por sistema térmico, suas partes e acessórios Group
  16. 8443.99.41 Thermal printing mechanismsMecanismos de impressão, mesmo sem cabeça de impressão incorporada
  17. 8443.99.42 Thermal print headsCabeças de impressão
  18. 8443.99.49 Other thermal printer parts and accessoriesOutros
  19. 8443.99.50 Other printing mechanisms and their partsOutros mecanismos de impressão, suas partes e acessórios
  20. 8443.99.60 Assembled PCBs for printers, copiers and faxCircuitos impressos com componentes elétricos ou eletrônicos, montados
  21. 8443.99.70 Trays and drawers for printers and copiersBandejas e gavetas, suas partes e acessórios
  22. 8443.99.80 Paper feeders and sorters for printers, copiersMecanismos de alimentação ou de triagem de papéis ou documentos, suas partes e acessórios
  23. 8443.99.90 Other parts of printers, copiers and fax machinesOutros

All Brazil NCM codes in heading 84.43 →

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.

Questions about HS 8443.99

What is HS code 844399?

HS code 844399 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Printing machinery; parts and accessories, n.e.c. in item no. 8443.91. This HS code serves as a catch-all for parts and accessories of printing machinery not specifically covered by 844391, which focuses on parts for plate/cylinder-based printing. This broad category includes components for digital printers, inkjet printers, laser printers, 3D printers (if classified under 8443), and other specialized printing equipment. International trade in these parts is driven by the global demand for maintenance, repair, and upgrades of a vast array of printing devices, from desktop units to industrial-scale digital presses. Manufacturers are diverse, ranging from major printer brands producing proprietary parts to third-party suppliers specializing in consumables or generic components. Key exporters are often countries with strong electronics manufacturing bases like China, Japan, and South Korea, while importers are found worldwide, including distributors, service centers, and end-users. The trade involves a wide spectrum of items, from intricate electronic boards and printheads to simpler mechanical components and specialized tools. Ensuring compatibility, quality, and timely delivery are critical factors in this highly competitive market segment.

What products fall under HS code 844399?

Printheads, Fuser units, Toner cartridges (empty or non-functional parts), Inkjet printer circuit boards, Paper trays, Printer rollers, Laser scanner units, 3D printer nozzles

What are common misclassifications for HS code 844399?

This code is often confused with 844391 (parts for plate/cylinder printing) due to the general nature of "parts and accessories," but the distinction lies in the specific printing technology the parts are designed for. It can also be confused with the finished machines themselves (84433X) if not clearly identified as a component.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 844399?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 844399 in UN Comtrade data were Japan ($6.5B, 17% of world exports), China ($5.4B) and Germany ($3.8B). World exports came to about $38.1B, 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 844399?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 844399 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($6.7B, 16% of world imports), Germany ($4.5B) and China ($3.2B). World imports came to about $40.8B, 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 844399 structured?

HS code 844399 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (84) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (43) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (99) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.

What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 844399?

Brazil splits HS code 844399 into 19 NCM codes: 8443.99.11 (Impact printing mechanisms), 8443.99.12 (Impact printer print heads), 8443.99.19 (Other impact printer parts and accessories), 8443.99.21 (Inkjet printing mechanisms), 8443.99.22 (Inkjet print heads), 8443.99.23 (Inkjet ink cartridges), 8443.99.29 (Other inkjet printer parts and accessories), 8443.99.31 (Laser/LED/LCS printing mechanisms), and more listed on this page. The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.