HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8450.90 – Washing machines; parts for household or laundry-type
HS code 8450.90 is the 6-digit subheading for washing machines, parts for household or laundry-type. It is used for washing machine motors, water pumps, control boards, door seals and agitators.
What HS 8450.90 covers
This HS code specifically covers parts for household or laundry-type washing machines, encompassing a vast array of components essential for manufacturing, repairing, and maintaining these appliances. This includes everything from motors and pumps to control boards, drums, and seals. The international trade in these parts is a critical aspect of the global appliance industry, supporting both original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and the aftermarket for repairs. Major importers are countries with significant washing machine assembly plants or large consumer bases requiring spare parts, such as Mexico, Poland, and various Southeast Asian nations, which often serve as manufacturing hubs or repair centers. Exporters are typically countries with strong industrial supply chains and component manufacturing capabilities, notably China, Germany, and Italy. Key factors in this trade include standardization of parts, quality control, and the efficiency of global supply chains, as the availability of these components directly impacts the production and longevity of washing machines worldwide.
- Covers
- Washing machine motors
- Water pumps
- Control boards
- Door seals
- Agitators
- Drums
- Heating elements
- Shock absorbers
- Drain hoses
- Inlet valves
- Examples
- LG washing machine motor
- Samsung PCB assembly
- Bosch door gasket
- Whirlpool water inlet valve
- Electrolux drain pump
Codes often confused with 8450.90
Common mistake. This code is specifically for parts of household washing machines. It should not be confused with parts for industrial laundry machinery (which would fall under 845190) or general electrical/mechanical parts that are not specifically designed for washing machines (e.g., general-purpose motors under 8501).
Top exporters and importers of HS code 845090, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 845090 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 39% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 17% 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 $762M 39% of world exports
- 2 South Korea $284M 14% of world exports
- 3 Italy $194M 9.8% of world exports
World total: $2.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $304M 17% of world imports
- 2 Poland $151M 8.3% of world imports
- 3 Japan $144M 7.9% of world imports
World total: $1.8B 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 8450.90 2
Brazil splits HS 8450.90 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 8450.90.10 Parts of tunnel or over 18 kg washing machinesDe máquinas dos itens 8450.20.10 ou 8450.20.90
- 8450.90.90 Other washing machine partsOutras
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 84.50 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8450.90
What is HS code 845090?
HS code 845090 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Washing machines; parts for household or laundry-type. This HS code specifically covers parts for household or laundry-type washing machines, encompassing a vast array of components essential for manufacturing, repairing, and maintaining these appliances. This includes everything from motors and pumps to control boards, drums, and seals. The international trade in these parts is a critical aspect of the global appliance industry, supporting both original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and the aftermarket for repairs. Major importers are countries with significant washing machine assembly plants or large consumer bases requiring spare parts, such as Mexico, Poland, and various Southeast Asian nations, which often serve as manufacturing hubs or repair centers. Exporters are typically countries with strong industrial supply chains and component manufacturing capabilities, notably China, Germany, and Italy. Key factors in this trade include standardization of parts, quality control, and the efficiency of global supply chains, as the availability of these components directly impacts the production and longevity of washing machines worldwide.
What products fall under HS code 845090?
Washing machine motors, water pumps, control boards, door seals, agitators, drums, heating elements, shock absorbers, drain hoses, inlet valves
What are common misclassifications for HS code 845090?
This code is specifically for parts of household washing machines. It should not be confused with parts for industrial laundry machinery (which would fall under 845190) or general electrical/mechanical parts that are not specifically designed for washing machines (e.g., general-purpose motors under 8501).
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 845090?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 845090 in UN Comtrade data were China ($762M, 39% of world exports), South Korea ($284M) and Italy ($194M). World exports came to about $2.0B, 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 845090?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 845090 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($304M, 17% of world imports), Poland ($151M) and Japan ($144M). World imports came to about $1.8B, 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 845090 structured?
HS code 845090 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (84) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (50) 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 845090?
Brazil splits HS code 845090 into 2 NCM codes: 8450.90.10 (Parts of tunnel or over 18 kg washing machines), 8450.90.90 (Other washing machine parts). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.