HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8451.10 – Dry-cleaning machines
HS code 8451.10 is the 6-digit subheading for dry-cleaning machines. It is used for commercial dry-cleaning machine, industrial dry-cleaning system, perc dry-cleaning machine, hydrocarbon dry-cleaning machine and wet cleaning machine (as an alternative).
What HS 8451.10 covers
This HS code covers specialized dry-cleaning machines used in commercial and industrial settings for cleaning garments and textiles without water, typically using chemical solvents. These machines are indispensable for laundromats, hotels, hospitals, and garment care businesses globally, offering a gentle yet effective cleaning method for delicate fabrics. The international trade in dry-cleaning machines is driven by the demand for professional garment care services, particularly in urbanized areas and economies with a strong service sector. Major importers include countries with a developed hospitality industry and a growing number of professional laundries, such as the United States, Germany, and Japan. Exporters are often countries with advanced manufacturing capabilities in specialized machinery, including Italy, Germany, and China, which produce a range of models from compact units to large industrial systems. Key considerations in this trade involve environmental regulations regarding solvent use, energy efficiency, and the technological sophistication of the machines, including solvent recovery systems and automation features.
- Covers
- Commercial dry-cleaning machine
- Industrial dry-cleaning system
- Perc dry-cleaning machine
- Hydrocarbon dry-cleaning machine
- Wet cleaning machine (as an alternative)
- Solvent recovery unit
- Examples
- Firbimatic dry cleaners
- Bowe dry-cleaning machines
- Union dry-cleaning equipment
- Ipso dry-cleaning solutions
- Electrolux Professional dry cleaners
Codes often confused with 8451.10
Common mistake. This code is specific to dry-cleaning machines. It should not be confused with industrial washing machines (845140) or industrial drying machines (845129), as dry-cleaning uses different processes and solvents.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 845110, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 845110 in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 54% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 20% 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 $32M 54% of world exports
- 2 China $7.2M 12% of world exports
- 3 Netherlands $4.7M 8.0% of world exports
World total: $60M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $12M 20% of world imports
- 2 India $3.3M 5.7% of world imports
- 3 Germany $2.6M 4.4% of world imports
World total: $59M 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 8451.10
Brazil does not split HS 8451.10: its NCM code is 8451.10.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 84.51 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8451.10
What is HS code 845110?
HS code 845110 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Dry-cleaning machines. This HS code covers specialized dry-cleaning machines used in commercial and industrial settings for cleaning garments and textiles without water, typically using chemical solvents. These machines are indispensable for laundromats, hotels, hospitals, and garment care businesses globally, offering a gentle yet effective cleaning method for delicate fabrics. The international trade in dry-cleaning machines is driven by the demand for professional garment care services, particularly in urbanized areas and economies with a strong service sector. Major importers include countries with a developed hospitality industry and a growing number of professional laundries, such as the United States, Germany, and Japan. Exporters are often countries with advanced manufacturing capabilities in specialized machinery, including Italy, Germany, and China, which produce a range of models from compact units to large industrial systems. Key considerations in this trade involve environmental regulations regarding solvent use, energy efficiency, and the technological sophistication of the machines, including solvent recovery systems and automation features.
What products fall under HS code 845110?
Commercial dry-cleaning machine, industrial dry-cleaning system, perc dry-cleaning machine, hydrocarbon dry-cleaning machine, wet cleaning machine (as an alternative), solvent recovery unit
What are common misclassifications for HS code 845110?
This code is specific to dry-cleaning machines. It should not be confused with industrial washing machines (845140) or industrial drying machines (845129), as dry-cleaning uses different processes and solvents.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 845110?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 845110 in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($32M, 54% of world exports), China ($7.2M) and the Netherlands ($4.7M). World exports came to about $60M, 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 845110?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 845110 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($12M, 20% of world imports), India ($3.3M) and Germany ($2.6M). World imports came to about $59M, 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 845110 structured?
HS code 845110 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (84) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (51) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 845110?
In Brazil, HS code 845110 is NCM 8451.10.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.