HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8478.90 – Machinery; parts of those for preparing or making up tobacco, n.e.c. in this chapter
HS code 8478.90 is the 6-digit subheading for machinery, parts of those for preparing or making up tobacco, n.e.c. in this chapter. It is used for cigarette machine blades, tobacco cutter knives, filter rod machine parts, rollers for tobacco processing and heating elements for tobacco dryers.
What HS 8478.90 covers
This HS code specifically covers parts and accessories for the machinery used in preparing or making up tobacco, which falls under heading 847810. These components are vital for the maintenance, repair, and upgrading of complex tobacco manufacturing equipment, ensuring precision and continuous operation in a high-volume industry. This includes specialized blades, rollers, cutting tools, and control system components unique to tobacco machinery. International trade in these parts is characterized by a strong aftermarket demand from tobacco product manufacturers globally, who rely on a steady supply of specialized components to maintain their production lines. Exporters are typically the original equipment manufacturers or specialized parts suppliers.
- Covers
- Cigarette machine blades
- Tobacco cutter knives
- Filter rod machine parts
- Rollers for tobacco processing
- Heating elements for tobacco dryers
- Control system components for tobacco machines
- Conveyor belts for tobacco lines
- Shredder screens for tobacco
- Examples
Hauni Spare Parts, GD Machine Parts, Molins Replacement Components, Focke & Co. Parts
Codes often confused with 8478.90
Common mistake. Can be confused with general machine parts under 8487 or specific parts for other food processing machinery (843890) if not clearly identifiable as solely or principally for 847810 machines.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 847890, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 847890 in UN Comtrade data was the Netherlands, with 14% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 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 Netherlands $37M 14% of world exports
- 2 Singapore $34M 13% of world exports
- 3 Italy $27M 10% of world exports
World total: $266M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $61M 13% of world imports
- 2 Poland $52M 11% of world imports
- 3 Indonesia $35M 7.4% of world imports
World total: $479M 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 8478.90
Brazil does not split HS 8478.90: its NCM code is 8478.90.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 84.78 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8478.90
What is HS code 847890?
HS code 847890 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Machinery; parts of those for preparing or making up tobacco, n.e.c. in this chapter. This HS code specifically covers parts and accessories for the machinery used in preparing or making up tobacco, which falls under heading 847810. These components are vital for the maintenance, repair, and upgrading of complex tobacco manufacturing equipment, ensuring precision and continuous operation in a high-volume industry. This includes specialized blades, rollers, cutting tools, and control system components unique to tobacco machinery. International trade in these parts is characterized by a strong aftermarket demand from tobacco product manufacturers globally, who rely on a steady supply of specialized components to maintain their production lines. Exporters are typically the original equipment manufacturers or specialized parts suppliers.
What products fall under HS code 847890?
Cigarette machine blades, tobacco cutter knives, filter rod machine parts, rollers for tobacco processing, heating elements for tobacco dryers, control system components for tobacco machines, conveyor belts for tobacco lines, shredder screens for tobacco
What are common misclassifications for HS code 847890?
Can be confused with general machine parts under 8487 or specific parts for other food processing machinery (843890) if not clearly identifiable as solely or principally for 847810 machines.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 847890?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 847890 in UN Comtrade data were the Netherlands ($37M, 14% of world exports), Singapore ($34M) and Italy ($27M). World exports came to about $266M, 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 847890?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 847890 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($61M, 13% of world imports), Poland ($52M) and Indonesia ($35M). World imports came to about $479M, 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 847890 structured?
HS code 847890 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (84) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (78) 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 847890?
In Brazil, HS code 847890 is NCM 8478.90.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.