HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8451.40 – Machines; for washing, bleaching or dyeing
HS code 8451.40 is the 6-digit subheading for machines, for washing, bleaching or dyeing. It is used for industrial washing machines, continuous bleaching ranges, jet dyeing machines, pad-steam dyeing machines and mercerizing machines.
What HS 8451.40 covers
This category covers industrial machines used for the wet processing of textiles, including washing, bleaching, and dyeing. These are fundamental to textile mills and dye houses, transforming raw fabrics into finished goods with desired colors and properties. The international trade in these machines involves substantial capital investment, as they are large, complex pieces of equipment. Importers are primarily textile-producing countries, especially those with growing apparel and fabric manufacturing sectors. Exporters are specialized engineering firms known for their expertise in textile wet processing technology. Key aspects of this trade include water and energy efficiency, environmental compliance (e.g., wastewater treatment integration), automation for consistent quality, and the ability to handle various fiber types and fabric constructions.
- Covers
- Industrial washing machines
- Continuous bleaching ranges
- Jet dyeing machines
- Pad-steam dyeing machines
- Mercerizing machines
- Yarn dyeing machines
- Fabric scouring machines
- Atmospheric dyeing machines
- Examples
- Thies dyeing machines
- Fong's washing machines
- Benninger bleaching ranges
- Monforts dyeing equipment
- Then Airflow dyeing machines
Codes often confused with 8451.40
Common mistake. Often confused with household washing machines (8450.11) or general industrial cleaning machinery (8479.89) if not clearly specified for textile processing.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 845140, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 845140 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 31% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 13% 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 $228M 31% of world exports
- 2 Italy $141M 19% of world exports
- 3 Germany $97M 13% of world exports
World total: $746M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Vietnam* ~$104M 13% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 Bangladesh* ~$83M 11% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 India $75M 9.6% of world imports
World total: $778M 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 8451.40 4
Brazil splits HS 8451.40 into 4 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 8451.40.10 Industrial textile washing machinesPara lavar
- 8451.40.2 For dyeing or bleaching yarns or fabricsPara tingir ou branquear fios ou tecidos Group
- 8451.40.21 Jet, winch and roll fabric dyeing machinesPara tingir tecidos em rolos; para tingir por pressão estática, com molinete (rotor de pás), jato de água (jet) ou combinada
- 8451.40.29 Other yarn or fabric dyeing or bleaching machinesOutras
- 8451.40.90 Other textile washing, bleaching, dyeing machinesOutras
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 8451.40
What is HS code 845140?
HS code 845140 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Machines; for washing, bleaching or dyeing. This category covers industrial machines used for the wet processing of textiles, including washing, bleaching, and dyeing. These are fundamental to textile mills and dye houses, transforming raw fabrics into finished goods with desired colors and properties. The international trade in these machines involves substantial capital investment, as they are large, complex pieces of equipment. Importers are primarily textile-producing countries, especially those with growing apparel and fabric manufacturing sectors. Exporters are specialized engineering firms known for their expertise in textile wet processing technology. Key aspects of this trade include water and energy efficiency, environmental compliance (e.g., wastewater treatment integration), automation for consistent quality, and the ability to handle various fiber types and fabric constructions.
What products fall under HS code 845140?
Industrial washing machines, continuous bleaching ranges, jet dyeing machines, pad-steam dyeing machines, mercerizing machines, yarn dyeing machines, fabric scouring machines, atmospheric dyeing machines
What are common misclassifications for HS code 845140?
Often confused with household washing machines (8450.11) or general industrial cleaning machinery (8479.89) if not clearly specified for textile processing.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 845140?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 845140 in UN Comtrade data were China ($228M, 31% of world exports), Italy ($141M) and Germany ($97M). World exports came to about $746M, 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 845140?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 845140 in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $104M, 13% of world imports), Bangladesh (about $83M) and India ($75M). World imports came to about $778M, 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 845140 structured?
HS code 845140 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 (40) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 845140?
Brazil splits HS code 845140 into 4 NCM codes: 8451.40.10 (Industrial textile washing machines), 8451.40.21 (Jet, winch and roll fabric dyeing machines), 8451.40.29 (Other yarn or fabric dyeing or bleaching machines), 8451.40.90 (Other textile washing, bleaching, dyeing machines). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.