HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8486.20 – Machines and apparatus of a kind used solely or principally for the manufacture of semiconductor devices or of electronic integrated circuits
HS code 8486.20 is the 6-digit subheading for machines and apparatus of a kind used solely or principally for the manufacture of semiconductor devices or of electronic integrated circuits. It is used for photolithography machines, plasma etching systems, ion implanters, physical vapor deposition (PVD) systems and chemical mechanical planarization (CMP) tools.
What HS 8486.20 covers
This category covers the sophisticated machinery essential for the core fabrication of semiconductor devices and electronic integrated circuits on wafers. This includes processes like lithography, etching, and deposition, which define the intricate patterns of a chip. These machines are among the most complex and expensive ever built, representing the cutting edge of engineering and physics. Trade is highly concentrated among a handful of specialized manufacturers, primarily in Europe, Japan, and the USA, supplying to global chip giants. The strategic nature of these tools means trade is often subject to geopolitical considerations and export controls. Importers are typically countries with advanced chip manufacturing capabilities, such as Taiwan, South Korea, and the USA, while exporters are often the Netherlands, Japan, and the USA.
- Covers
- Photolithography machines
- Plasma etching systems
- Ion implanters
- Physical vapor deposition (PVD) systems
- Chemical mechanical planarization (CMP) tools
- Atomic layer deposition (ALD) systems
- Rapid thermal processing (RTP) systems
- Examples
- ASML EUV Lithography System
- Lam Research Kiyo
- Applied Materials Endura
- Tokyo Electron (TEL) Impressio
- KLA-Tencor Wafer Inspection Systems
Codes often confused with 8486.20
Common mistake. Often confused with 848610 (wafer manufacturing) or 848640 (assembly/repair) due to the broad nature of semiconductor production equipment; the key is 'device or integrated circuit' manufacturing. It's also distinct from general industrial machinery.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 848620, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 848620 in UN Comtrade data was the Netherlands, with 26% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 37% 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 Netherlands $23.8B 26% of world exports
- 2 Singapore $19.8B 22% of world exports
- 3 Japan $18.5B 20% of world exports
World total: $91.8B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $34.7B 37% of world imports
- 2 Taiwan* ~$19.4B 21% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 South Korea $14.9B 16% of world imports
World total: $94.4B 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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. UN Comtrade records Taiwan as "Other Asia, not elsewhere specified". Saudi Arabia's exports under that code are left out: they are far too large to be trade with Taiwan, so mostly undisclosed partners. 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 8486.20
Brazil does not split HS 8486.20: its NCM code is 8486.20.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 84.86 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8486.20
What is HS code 848620?
HS code 848620 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Machines and apparatus of a kind used solely or principally for the manufacture of semiconductor devices or of electronic integrated circuits. This category covers the sophisticated machinery essential for the core fabrication of semiconductor devices and electronic integrated circuits on wafers. This includes processes like lithography, etching, and deposition, which define the intricate patterns of a chip. These machines are among the most complex and expensive ever built, representing the cutting edge of engineering and physics. Trade is highly concentrated among a handful of specialized manufacturers, primarily in Europe, Japan, and the USA, supplying to global chip giants. The strategic nature of these tools means trade is often subject to geopolitical considerations and export controls. Importers are typically countries with advanced chip manufacturing capabilities, such as Taiwan, South Korea, and the USA, while exporters are often the Netherlands, Japan, and the USA.
What products fall under HS code 848620?
Photolithography machines, Plasma etching systems, Ion implanters, Physical vapor deposition (PVD) systems, Chemical mechanical planarization (CMP) tools, Atomic layer deposition (ALD) systems, Rapid thermal processing (RTP) systems
What are common misclassifications for HS code 848620?
Often confused with 848610 (wafer manufacturing) or 848640 (assembly/repair) due to the broad nature of semiconductor production equipment; the key is 'device or integrated circuit' manufacturing. It's also distinct from general industrial machinery.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 848620?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 848620 in UN Comtrade data were the Netherlands ($23.8B, 26% of world exports), Singapore ($19.8B) and Japan ($18.5B). World exports came to about $91.8B, 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 848620?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 848620 in UN Comtrade data were China ($34.7B, 37% of world imports), Taiwan (about $19.4B) and South Korea ($14.9B). World imports came to about $94.4B, 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 848620 structured?
HS code 848620 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (84) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (86) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (20) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 848620?
In Brazil, HS code 848620 is NCM 8486.20.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.