HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8481.10 – Valves; pressure reducing, for pipes, boiler shells, tanks, vats or the like
HS code 8481.10 is the 6-digit subheading for valves, pressure reducing, for pipes, boiler shells, tanks, vats or the like. It is used for water pressure regulators, steam pressure reducing valves, air pressure regulators, gas pressure reducing valves and hydraulic pressure reducers.
What HS 8481.10 covers
Pressure reducing valves are essential components in countless industrial and commercial applications, designed to lower and stabilize fluid or gas pressure from a higher input source to a desired lower output level. This category covers a broad spectrum of valves used across various sectors, ensuring safety and optimal performance in systems ranging from domestic plumbing to complex industrial processes. Key importers include manufacturers of HVAC systems, water treatment plants, chemical processing facilities, and oil and gas infrastructure, all requiring precise pressure control. Exporters are typically specialized valve manufacturers, often from countries with strong engineering and manufacturing bases. Understanding the specific pressure range, flow rate, material compatibility (e.g., brass, stainless steel), and connection types is crucial for trade. These valves play a critical role in preventing equipment damage, conserving energy, and maintaining operational efficiency by protecting downstream components from excessive pressure.
- Covers
- Water pressure regulators
- Steam pressure reducing valves
- Air pressure regulators
- Gas pressure reducing valves
- Hydraulic pressure reducers
- Pilot-operated pressure reducing valves
- Direct-acting pressure reducing valves
- Examples
- Watts pressure reducing valves
- Honeywell D06F pressure regulators
- Emerson Fisher pressure reducing valves
- Spirax Sarco PRV
- Danfoss pressure reducing valves
Codes often confused with 8481.10
Common mistake. This code is distinct from other valve types like 848140 (safety or relief valves) because its primary function is to reduce and maintain pressure, not just to release excess pressure. It could also be confused with 848180 if its specific pressure-reducing function isn't clearly identified.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 848110, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 848110 in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 14% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 11% 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 Germany $541M 14% of world exports
- 2 United States $494M 12% of world exports
- 3 China $438M 11% of world exports
World total: $4.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $499M 11% of world imports
- 2 China $434M 9.8% of world imports
- 3 Germany $329M 7.4% of world imports
World total: $4.5B 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 8481.10
Brazil does not split HS 8481.10: its NCM code is 8481.10.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 84.81 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8481.10
What is HS code 848110?
HS code 848110 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Valves; pressure reducing, for pipes, boiler shells, tanks, vats or the like. Pressure reducing valves are essential components in countless industrial and commercial applications, designed to lower and stabilize fluid or gas pressure from a higher input source to a desired lower output level. This category covers a broad spectrum of valves used across various sectors, ensuring safety and optimal performance in systems ranging from domestic plumbing to complex industrial processes. Key importers include manufacturers of HVAC systems, water treatment plants, chemical processing facilities, and oil and gas infrastructure, all requiring precise pressure control. Exporters are typically specialized valve manufacturers, often from countries with strong engineering and manufacturing bases. Understanding the specific pressure range, flow rate, material compatibility (e.g., brass, stainless steel), and connection types is crucial for trade. These valves play a critical role in preventing equipment damage, conserving energy, and maintaining operational efficiency by protecting downstream components from excessive pressure.
What products fall under HS code 848110?
Water pressure regulators, Steam pressure reducing valves, Air pressure regulators, Gas pressure reducing valves, Hydraulic pressure reducers, Pilot-operated pressure reducing valves, Direct-acting pressure reducing valves
What are common misclassifications for HS code 848110?
This code is distinct from other valve types like 848140 (safety or relief valves) because its primary function is to reduce and maintain pressure, not just to release excess pressure. It could also be confused with 848180 if its specific pressure-reducing function isn't clearly identified.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 848110?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 848110 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($541M, 14% of world exports), the United States ($494M) and China ($438M). World exports came to about $4.0B, 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 848110?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 848110 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($499M, 11% of world imports), China ($434M) and Germany ($329M). World imports came to about $4.5B, 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 848110 structured?
HS code 848110 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (84) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (81) 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 848110?
In Brazil, HS code 848110 is NCM 8481.10.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.