HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8485.10 – Machines for additive manufacturing; by metal deposit
HS code 8485.10 is the 6-digit subheading for machines for additive manufacturing, by metal deposit. It is used for selective Laser Melting (SLM) machines, electron Beam Melting (EBM) machines, directed Energy Deposition (DED) systems, binder Jetting metal printers and laser Powder Bed Fusion (LPBF) systems.
What HS 8485.10 covers
This category encompasses advanced industrial machines that build three-dimensional objects by successively adding layers of metal material, commonly known as 3D metal printers. These machines utilize various technologies such as Selective Laser Melting (SLM), Electron Beam Melting (EBM), or Directed Energy Deposition (DED) to fuse metal powders or wires into complex geometries. They are revolutionizing manufacturing across aerospace, medical, automotive, and tooling industries by enabling the production of lightweight, high-strength parts with intricate designs, rapid prototyping, and on-demand manufacturing of specialized components. Major importers are technologically advanced nations with strong R&D and manufacturing sectors, including the USA, Germany, Japan, and China, seeking to innovate and optimize their production processes. Exporters are typically countries at the forefront of additive manufacturing technology. Key trade considerations include the type of metal alloys supported (e.g., titanium, aluminum, stainless steel), build volume, precision, speed, and the associated software and post-processing equipment, as these machines represent a significant capital investment.
- Covers
- Selective Laser Melting (SLM) machines
- Electron Beam Melting (EBM) machines
- Directed Energy Deposition (DED) systems
- Binder Jetting metal printers
- Laser Powder Bed Fusion (LPBF) systems
- Metal Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) printers
- Examples
- EOS M series
- SLM Solutions SLM series
- GE Additive Arcam EBM
- Velo3D Sapphire
- Desktop Metal Studio System
Codes often confused with 8485.10
Common mistake. This code is specific to additive manufacturing using *metal*, differentiating it from other 3D printing technologies using plastics (848520) or other materials. The material being deposited is the primary classification factor.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 848510, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 848510 in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 61% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 38% 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 $316M 61% of world exports
- 2 China $76M 15% of world exports
- 3 United Kingdom $28M 5.4% of world exports
World total: $514M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $178M 38% of world imports
- 2 Germany $38M 8.0% of world imports
- 3 Japan $19M 3.9% of world imports
World total: $469M 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 8485.10
Brazil does not split HS 8485.10: its NCM code is 8485.10.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 84.85 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8485.10
What is HS code 848510?
HS code 848510 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Machines for additive manufacturing; by metal deposit. This category encompasses advanced industrial machines that build three-dimensional objects by successively adding layers of metal material, commonly known as 3D metal printers. These machines utilize various technologies such as Selective Laser Melting (SLM), Electron Beam Melting (EBM), or Directed Energy Deposition (DED) to fuse metal powders or wires into complex geometries. They are revolutionizing manufacturing across aerospace, medical, automotive, and tooling industries by enabling the production of lightweight, high-strength parts with intricate designs, rapid prototyping, and on-demand manufacturing of specialized components. Major importers are technologically advanced nations with strong R&D and manufacturing sectors, including the USA, Germany, Japan, and China, seeking to innovate and optimize their production processes. Exporters are typically countries at the forefront of additive manufacturing technology. Key trade considerations include the type of metal alloys supported (e.g., titanium, aluminum, stainless steel), build volume, precision, speed, and the associated software and post-processing equipment, as these machines represent a significant capital investment.
What products fall under HS code 848510?
Selective Laser Melting (SLM) machines, Electron Beam Melting (EBM) machines, Directed Energy Deposition (DED) systems, Binder Jetting metal printers, Laser Powder Bed Fusion (LPBF) systems, Metal Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) printers
What are common misclassifications for HS code 848510?
This code is specific to additive manufacturing using *metal*, differentiating it from other 3D printing technologies using plastics (848520) or other materials. The material being deposited is the primary classification factor.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 848510?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 848510 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($316M, 61% of world exports), China ($76M) and the United Kingdom ($28M). World exports came to about $514M, 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 848510?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 848510 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($178M, 38% of world imports), Germany ($38M) and Japan ($19M). World imports came to about $469M, 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 848510 structured?
HS code 848510 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (84) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (85) 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 848510?
In Brazil, HS code 848510 is NCM 8485.10.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.