HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8452.30 – Sewing machine needles
HS code 8452.30 is the 6-digit subheading for sewing machine needles. It is used for universal sewing machine needles, ballpoint needles, denim needles, leather needles and embroidery needles.
What HS 8452.30 covers
This HS code specifically covers needles designed for use in both household and industrial sewing machines. Despite their small size, these components are absolutely critical consumables for the entire global sewing industry, as they are subject to wear and tear and need frequent replacement. The international trade in sewing machine needles is constant and widespread, driven by the continuous operation of sewing machines across all sectors. Importers include distributors, retail stores, garment factories, and craft suppliers. Exporters are specialized needle manufacturers, often with a long history of precision engineering. Key factors in this trade include the quality of materials (e.g., chrome, titanium coatings), precision manufacturing, the vast variety of types (e.g., universal, ballpoint, denim, leather, embroidery), and compatibility with numerous machine brands and fabric types.
- Covers
- Universal sewing machine needles
- Ballpoint needles
- Denim needles
- Leather needles
- Embroidery needles
- Quilting needles
- Twin needles
- Serger needles
- Topstitch needles
- Examples
- Schmetz needles
- Organ needles
- Groz-Beckert needles
- Klasse needles
- Singer needles
Codes often confused with 8452.30
Common mistake. Should not be confused with hand sewing needles (7319.90) or other types of industrial needles (e.g., for knitting machines 8447.90) as these are specifically for sewing machines.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 845230, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 845230 in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 33% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Singapore, 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 Vietnam* ~$70M 33% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 2 Singapore $38M 17% of world exports
- 3 China $27M 13% of world exports
World total: $215M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Singapore $35M 17% of world imports
- 2 China $33M 16% of world imports
- 3 India $10M 5.0% of world imports
World total: $205M 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 code for 8452.30
Brazil does not split HS 8452.30: its NCM code is 8452.30.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 84.52 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8452.30
What is HS code 845230?
HS code 845230 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Sewing machine needles. This HS code specifically covers needles designed for use in both household and industrial sewing machines. Despite their small size, these components are absolutely critical consumables for the entire global sewing industry, as they are subject to wear and tear and need frequent replacement. The international trade in sewing machine needles is constant and widespread, driven by the continuous operation of sewing machines across all sectors. Importers include distributors, retail stores, garment factories, and craft suppliers. Exporters are specialized needle manufacturers, often with a long history of precision engineering. Key factors in this trade include the quality of materials (e.g., chrome, titanium coatings), precision manufacturing, the vast variety of types (e.g., universal, ballpoint, denim, leather, embroidery), and compatibility with numerous machine brands and fabric types.
What products fall under HS code 845230?
Universal sewing machine needles, ballpoint needles, denim needles, leather needles, embroidery needles, quilting needles, twin needles, serger needles, topstitch needles
What are common misclassifications for HS code 845230?
Should not be confused with hand sewing needles (7319.90) or other types of industrial needles (e.g., for knitting machines 8447.90) as these are specifically for sewing machines.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 845230?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 845230 in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $70M, 33% of world exports), Singapore ($38M) and China ($27M). World exports came to about $215M, 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 845230?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 845230 in UN Comtrade data were Singapore ($35M, 17% of world imports), China ($33M) and India ($10M). World imports came to about $205M, 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 845230 structured?
HS code 845230 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (84) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (52) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (30) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 845230?
In Brazil, HS code 845230 is NCM 8452.30.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.