HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8481.90 – Taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances; parts thereof
HS code 8481.90 is the 6-digit subheading for taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances, parts thereof. It is used for valve bodies, valve bonnets, valve stems, valve seats and valve discs.
What HS 8481.90 covers
This HS code covers the essential components and parts that make up the various taps, cocks, and valves classified under the broader 8481 heading. These parts are crucial for the assembly, repair, and maintenance of fluid control devices across all industries. In international trade, importers include valve manufacturers (for assembly), maintenance and repair organizations, and distributors supplying replacement parts to end-users in sectors like plumbing, HVAC, oil and gas, and chemical processing. Exporters are often specialized component manufacturers or the valve manufacturers themselves, supplying parts globally. Key considerations for trade involve material specifications (e.g., specific alloys, elastomers), precision engineering, compatibility with specific valve models, and adherence to industry standards. The trade in these parts is vital for supporting the longevity and functionality of installed valve systems worldwide, ensuring operational continuity and reducing the need for full valve replacements.
- Covers
- Valve bodies
- Valve bonnets
- Valve stems
- Valve seats
- Valve discs
- Valve springs
- Actuator components
- Gaskets and O-rings for valves
- Examples
- Replacement valve cartridges for faucets
- Actuator repair kits for industrial valves
- Gland packing for gate valves
- Solenoid coils for control valves
- Valve handwheels
Codes often confused with 8481.90
Common mistake. This code is specifically for parts of valves, not complete valves. It can be confused with the codes for complete valves (e.g., 848180) if the item is a fully assembled but unassembled valve, or with general machinery parts (848700) if the specific valve application isn't clear.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 848190, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 848190 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 26% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, 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 China $5.6B 26% of world exports
- 2 United States $2.7B 12% of world exports
- 3 Germany $2.4B 11% of world exports
World total: $21.9B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $4.0B 17% of world imports
- 2 Germany $1.9B 8.0% of world imports
- 3 Mexico $1.5B 6.5% of world imports
World total: $23.3B 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 codes for 8481.90 2
Brazil splits HS 8481.90 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 8481.90.10 Parts of aerosol valves, bathroom/kitchen fittingsDe válvulas tipo aerossol ou dos dispositivos do item 8481.80.1
- 8481.90.90 Parts of other taps, cocks and valvesOutras
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 8481.90
What is HS code 848190?
HS code 848190 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances; parts thereof. This HS code covers the essential components and parts that make up the various taps, cocks, and valves classified under the broader 8481 heading. These parts are crucial for the assembly, repair, and maintenance of fluid control devices across all industries. In international trade, importers include valve manufacturers (for assembly), maintenance and repair organizations, and distributors supplying replacement parts to end-users in sectors like plumbing, HVAC, oil and gas, and chemical processing. Exporters are often specialized component manufacturers or the valve manufacturers themselves, supplying parts globally. Key considerations for trade involve material specifications (e.g., specific alloys, elastomers), precision engineering, compatibility with specific valve models, and adherence to industry standards. The trade in these parts is vital for supporting the longevity and functionality of installed valve systems worldwide, ensuring operational continuity and reducing the need for full valve replacements.
What products fall under HS code 848190?
Valve bodies, Valve bonnets, Valve stems, Valve seats, Valve discs, Valve springs, Actuator components, Gaskets and O-rings for valves
What are common misclassifications for HS code 848190?
This code is specifically for parts of valves, not complete valves. It can be confused with the codes for complete valves (e.g., 848180) if the item is a fully assembled but unassembled valve, or with general machinery parts (848700) if the specific valve application isn't clear.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 848190?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 848190 in UN Comtrade data were China ($5.6B, 26% of world exports), the United States ($2.7B) and Germany ($2.4B). World exports came to about $21.9B, 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 848190?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 848190 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($4.0B, 17% of world imports), Germany ($1.9B) and Mexico ($1.5B). World imports came to about $23.3B, 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 848190 structured?
HS code 848190 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 (90) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 848190?
Brazil splits HS code 848190 into 2 NCM codes: 8481.90.10 (Parts of aerosol valves, bathroom/kitchen fittings), 8481.90.90 (Parts of other taps, cocks and valves). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.