HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 8484.10 – Gaskets and similar joints; of metal sheeting combined with other material or two or more layers of metal

HS code 8484.10 is the 6-digit subheading for gaskets and similar joints, of metal sheeting combined with other material or two or more layers of metal. It is used for multi-layer steel (MLS) head gaskets, spiral wound gaskets, metal jacketed gaskets, corrugated metal gaskets and camprofile gaskets.

What HS 8484.10 covers

This category covers specialized gaskets and sealing joints constructed from multiple layers of metal or metal combined with other materials, designed to create a tight seal between two surfaces. These are crucial for preventing leaks of fluids or gases under high pressure, high temperature, or corrosive conditions, making them indispensable in demanding industrial applications. Industries such as automotive, petrochemical, aerospace, power generation, and heavy machinery rely heavily on these advanced sealing solutions. Major importers are typically countries with significant manufacturing and processing industries that require robust sealing for their equipment, including the USA, Germany, China, and Japan. Exporters often possess expertise in material science and precision manufacturing. Key considerations in trade include the specific material composition (e.g., stainless steel with graphite, copper with asbestos-free fillers), temperature and pressure ratings, chemical resistance, and compliance with industry standards like ASME or API, which are critical for safety and performance in industrial settings.

Covers
  • Multi-layer steel (MLS) head gaskets
  • Spiral wound gaskets
  • Metal jacketed gaskets
  • Corrugated metal gaskets
  • Camprofile gaskets
  • Ring joint gaskets
  • Heat exchanger gaskets
Examples
  • Victor Reinz MLS gaskets
  • Garlock spiral wound gaskets
  • Flexitallic metal gaskets
  • ElringKlinger cylinder head gaskets
  • Teadit metal gaskets

Codes often confused with 8484.10

Common mistake. These are distinct from non-metallic gaskets (e.g., 401693 for rubber, 681510 for asbestos-based) due to their specific metal-composite or multi-layer metal construction. The material composition is the key differentiator.

Top exporters and importers of HS code 848410, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 848410 in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 15% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, 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. 1 Germany $462M
  2. 2 United States $423M
  3. 3 China $387M

World total: $3.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 China $459M
  2. 2 United States $374M
  3. 3 Germany $178M

World total: $3.4B 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 8484.10

Brazil does not split HS 8484.10: its NCM code is 8484.10.00.

  1. 8484.10.00 Composite or multi-layer metal sheet gasketsJuntas metaloplásticas

All Brazil NCM codes in heading 84.84 →

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.

Questions about HS 8484.10

What is HS code 848410?

HS code 848410 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Gaskets and similar joints; of metal sheeting combined with other material or two or more layers of metal. This category covers specialized gaskets and sealing joints constructed from multiple layers of metal or metal combined with other materials, designed to create a tight seal between two surfaces. These are crucial for preventing leaks of fluids or gases under high pressure, high temperature, or corrosive conditions, making them indispensable in demanding industrial applications. Industries such as automotive, petrochemical, aerospace, power generation, and heavy machinery rely heavily on these advanced sealing solutions. Major importers are typically countries with significant manufacturing and processing industries that require robust sealing for their equipment, including the USA, Germany, China, and Japan. Exporters often possess expertise in material science and precision manufacturing. Key considerations in trade include the specific material composition (e.g., stainless steel with graphite, copper with asbestos-free fillers), temperature and pressure ratings, chemical resistance, and compliance with industry standards like ASME or API, which are critical for safety and performance in industrial settings.

What products fall under HS code 848410?

Multi-layer steel (MLS) head gaskets, spiral wound gaskets, metal jacketed gaskets, corrugated metal gaskets, camprofile gaskets, ring joint gaskets, heat exchanger gaskets

What are common misclassifications for HS code 848410?

These are distinct from non-metallic gaskets (e.g., 401693 for rubber, 681510 for asbestos-based) due to their specific metal-composite or multi-layer metal construction. The material composition is the key differentiator.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 848410?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 848410 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($462M, 15% of world exports), the United States ($423M) and China ($387M). World exports came to about $3.0B, 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 848410?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 848410 in UN Comtrade data were China ($459M, 13% of world imports), the United States ($374M) and Germany ($178M). World imports came to about $3.4B, 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 848410 structured?

HS code 848410 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (84) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (84) 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 848410?

In Brazil, HS code 848410 is NCM 8484.10.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.