HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8485.90 – Machines for additive manufacturing; parts
HS code 8485.90 is the 6-digit subheading for machines for additive manufacturing, parts. It is used for 3D printer print heads, laser modules for DMLS/SLS, build plates for FDM/SLA, extruder assemblies and UV curing lamps.
What HS 8485.90 covers
This HS code covers parts and accessories specifically designed for machines used in additive manufacturing, commonly known as 3D printers. This includes components for various additive processes like FDM, SLA, SLS, DMLS, and Binder Jetting. The global trade in these parts is booming, driven by the rapid expansion of 3D printing across industries such as aerospace, automotive, medical, and consumer goods for prototyping, tooling, and end-use part production. Major importers are countries with strong manufacturing and R&D sectors, including the United States, Germany, China, and Japan, where 3D printing technology is heavily adopted. Exporters often include nations with leading additive manufacturing technology developers and manufacturers, such as the USA, Germany, and Israel. Key trade considerations involve compatibility with specific printer models, material specifications (e.g., for laser systems), and the precision required for high-performance applications. This code is crucial for supporting the maintenance and upgrade of the global installed base of 3D printers.
- Covers
- 3D printer print heads
- Laser modules for DMLS/SLS
- Build plates for FDM/SLA
- Extruder assemblies
- UV curing lamps
- Resin tanks
- Powder delivery systems
- Control boards for 3D printers
- Examples
- Stratasys FDM print heads
- EOS laser systems
- Formlabs resin tanks
- Ultimaker extruder components
Codes often confused with 8485.90
Common mistake. This code is for *parts* of additive manufacturing machines, not the complete machines themselves (which fall under 8485.10 for metal, 8485.20 for plastics/rubber, or 8485.30 for other materials).
Top exporters and importers of HS code 848590, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 848590 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 30% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 25% 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 $252M 30% of world exports
- 2 Germany $159M 19% of world exports
- 3 United States $83M 9.7% of world exports
World total: $847M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $187M 25% of world imports
- 2 Germany $83M 11% of world imports
- 3 China $39M 5.3% of world imports
World total: $735M 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 8485.90
Brazil does not split HS 8485.90: its NCM code is 8485.90.00.
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 8485.90
What is HS code 848590?
HS code 848590 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Machines for additive manufacturing; parts. This HS code covers parts and accessories specifically designed for machines used in additive manufacturing, commonly known as 3D printers. This includes components for various additive processes like FDM, SLA, SLS, DMLS, and Binder Jetting. The global trade in these parts is booming, driven by the rapid expansion of 3D printing across industries such as aerospace, automotive, medical, and consumer goods for prototyping, tooling, and end-use part production. Major importers are countries with strong manufacturing and R&D sectors, including the United States, Germany, China, and Japan, where 3D printing technology is heavily adopted. Exporters often include nations with leading additive manufacturing technology developers and manufacturers, such as the USA, Germany, and Israel. Key trade considerations involve compatibility with specific printer models, material specifications (e.g., for laser systems), and the precision required for high-performance applications. This code is crucial for supporting the maintenance and upgrade of the global installed base of 3D printers.
What products fall under HS code 848590?
3D printer print heads, Laser modules for DMLS/SLS, Build plates for FDM/SLA, Extruder assemblies, UV curing lamps, Resin tanks, Powder delivery systems, Control boards for 3D printers
What are common misclassifications for HS code 848590?
This code is for *parts* of additive manufacturing machines, not the complete machines themselves (which fall under 8485.10 for metal, 8485.20 for plastics/rubber, or 8485.30 for other materials).
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 848590?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 848590 in UN Comtrade data were China ($252M, 30% of world exports), Germany ($159M) and the United States ($83M). World exports came to about $847M, 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 848590?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 848590 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($187M, 25% of world imports), Germany ($83M) and China ($39M). World imports came to about $735M, 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 848590 structured?
HS code 848590 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 (90) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 848590?
In Brazil, HS code 848590 is NCM 8485.90.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.