HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8470.21 – Calculating machines; electronic, incorporating a printing device, needing an external source of power
HS code 8470.21 is the 6-digit subheading for calculating machines, electronic, incorporating a printing device, needing an external source of power. It is used for desktop printing calculators, financial printing calculators, adding machines with print function, point-of-sale calculators with receipt printing and heavy-duty printing calculators.
What HS 8470.21 covers
This HS code covers electronic calculating machines that incorporate a printing device and require an external source of electric power. These devices are essential tools in various professional settings, particularly in accounting, retail, and financial sectors, where a physical, verifiable record of calculations is crucial for auditing and record-keeping. Importers typically include office supply distributors, large corporations, and small businesses seeking reliable transaction processing. Exporters are primarily manufacturers in Asia, known for producing durable and efficient office equipment. Key considerations for trade include print speed, paper roll compatibility, and advanced calculation features.
- Covers
- Desktop printing calculators
- Financial printing calculators
- Adding machines with print function
- Point-of-sale calculators with receipt printing
- Heavy-duty printing calculators
- Examples
- Canon P23-DHV
- Casio HR-100TM
- Sharp EL-1750V
- Victor 1220-3A
- Aurora PR3000
Codes often confused with 8470.21
Common mistake. Can be confused with 847029 (non-printing electronic calculators) if the printing function is overlooked, or even 847050 (cash registers) if integrated into a basic POS system.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 847021, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 847021 in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 58% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 38% 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 United States $73M 58% of world exports
- 2 China $15M 12% of world exports
- 3 Philippines $13M 10.0% of world exports
World total: $127M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $30M 38% of world imports
- 2 Canada $5.9M 7.4% of world imports
- 3 Germany $4.7M 6.0% of world imports
World total: $79M 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 8470.21
Brazil does not split HS 8470.21: its NCM code is 8470.21.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 84.70 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8470.21
What is HS code 847021?
HS code 847021 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Calculating machines; electronic, incorporating a printing device, needing an external source of power. This HS code covers electronic calculating machines that incorporate a printing device and require an external source of electric power. These devices are essential tools in various professional settings, particularly in accounting, retail, and financial sectors, where a physical, verifiable record of calculations is crucial for auditing and record-keeping. Importers typically include office supply distributors, large corporations, and small businesses seeking reliable transaction processing. Exporters are primarily manufacturers in Asia, known for producing durable and efficient office equipment. Key considerations for trade include print speed, paper roll compatibility, and advanced calculation features.
What products fall under HS code 847021?
Desktop printing calculators, financial printing calculators, adding machines with print function, point-of-sale calculators with receipt printing, heavy-duty printing calculators
What are common misclassifications for HS code 847021?
Can be confused with 847029 (non-printing electronic calculators) if the printing function is overlooked, or even 847050 (cash registers) if integrated into a basic POS system.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 847021?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 847021 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($73M, 58% of world exports), China ($15M) and the Philippines ($13M). World exports came to about $127M, 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 847021?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 847021 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($30M, 38% of world imports), Canada ($5.9M) and Germany ($4.7M). World imports came to about $79M, 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 847021 structured?
HS code 847021 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (84) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (70) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (21) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 847021?
In Brazil, HS code 847021 is NCM 8470.21.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.