HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8484.90 – Gasket sets or assortments of gaskets and similar joints; dissimilar in composition, put up in pouches, envelopes or similar packings
HS code 8484.90 is the 6-digit subheading for gasket sets or assortments of gaskets and similar joints, dissimilar in composition, put up in pouches, envelopes or similar packings. It is used for engine overhaul gasket kits, transmission gasket sets, cylinder head gasket sets, pump repair kits and carburetor gasket assortments.
What HS 8484.90 covers
This HS code covers collections or assortments of various gaskets and similar sealing joints, packaged together for specific applications, often for repair or maintenance kits. The key characteristic is that these sets contain gaskets of dissimilar compositions (e.g., a mix of metal-composite, rubber, or fiber gaskets) and are presented in a ready-to-use format like pouches, envelopes, or similar packings. This packaging makes them highly convenient for automotive repair shops, industrial maintenance teams, and equipment manufacturers who need a comprehensive set of seals for an engine overhaul, a pump rebuild, or a specific machinery assembly. Major importers include countries with large automotive aftermarkets, extensive industrial bases, or significant machinery manufacturing, such as the USA, Germany, China, and Brazil. Exporters often specialize in kitting and packaging diverse components. Key considerations in trade involve the completeness and accuracy of the assortment for the intended application, the quality of the individual gaskets, and clear labeling, as these sets are crucial for ensuring proper sealing during repairs and preventing leaks.
- Covers
- Engine overhaul gasket kits
- Transmission gasket sets
- Cylinder head gasket sets
- Pump repair kits
- Carburetor gasket assortments
- Exhaust manifold gasket kits
- Differential gasket sets
- Examples
- Fel-Pro gasket sets
- Mahle Original gasket kits
- Cometic Gasket kits
- Ajusa gasket sets
- Victor Reinz engine gasket kits
Codes often confused with 8484.90
Common mistake. This code is specifically for *sets* of gaskets of *dissimilar* composition, distinguishing it from individual gaskets (e.g., 848410, 401693) or sets of identical gaskets. The 'assortment' and 'dissimilarity' are crucial.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 848490, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 848490 in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 25% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 6.7% 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 $603M 25% of world exports
- 2 United States $318M 13% of world exports
- 3 France $211M 8.6% of world exports
World total: $2.5B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $168M 6.7% of world imports
- 2 United States $160M 6.3% of world imports
- 3 China $130M 5.1% of world imports
World total: $2.5B 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 8484.90
Brazil does not split HS 8484.90: its NCM code is 8484.90.00.
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 8484.90
What is HS code 848490?
HS code 848490 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Gasket sets or assortments of gaskets and similar joints; dissimilar in composition, put up in pouches, envelopes or similar packings. This HS code covers collections or assortments of various gaskets and similar sealing joints, packaged together for specific applications, often for repair or maintenance kits. The key characteristic is that these sets contain gaskets of dissimilar compositions (e.g., a mix of metal-composite, rubber, or fiber gaskets) and are presented in a ready-to-use format like pouches, envelopes, or similar packings. This packaging makes them highly convenient for automotive repair shops, industrial maintenance teams, and equipment manufacturers who need a comprehensive set of seals for an engine overhaul, a pump rebuild, or a specific machinery assembly. Major importers include countries with large automotive aftermarkets, extensive industrial bases, or significant machinery manufacturing, such as the USA, Germany, China, and Brazil. Exporters often specialize in kitting and packaging diverse components. Key considerations in trade involve the completeness and accuracy of the assortment for the intended application, the quality of the individual gaskets, and clear labeling, as these sets are crucial for ensuring proper sealing during repairs and preventing leaks.
What products fall under HS code 848490?
Engine overhaul gasket kits, transmission gasket sets, cylinder head gasket sets, pump repair kits, carburetor gasket assortments, exhaust manifold gasket kits, differential gasket sets
What are common misclassifications for HS code 848490?
This code is specifically for *sets* of gaskets of *dissimilar* composition, distinguishing it from individual gaskets (e.g., 848410, 401693) or sets of identical gaskets. The 'assortment' and 'dissimilarity' are crucial.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 848490?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 848490 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($603M, 25% of world exports), the United States ($318M) and France ($211M). World exports came to about $2.5B, 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.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 848490?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 848490 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($168M, 6.7% of world imports), the United States ($160M) and China ($130M). World imports came to about $2.5B, 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 848490 structured?
HS code 848490 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 (90) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 848490?
In Brazil, HS code 848490 is NCM 8484.90.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.