HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8501.33 – Electric motors and generators; DC, of an output exceeding 75kW but not exceeding 375kW
HS code 8501.33 is the 6-digit subheading for electric motors and generators, DC, of an output exceeding 75kW but not exceeding 375kW. It is used for large industrial DC motors, electric locomotive traction motors, mining equipment DC motors, marine propulsion DC motors and steel mill rolling motors.
What HS 8501.33 covers
This HS code covers high-power DC electric motors and generators, specifically those with an output exceeding 75kW but not exceeding 375kW. These machines are indispensable for heavy industrial applications, large-scale material handling, specialized marine propulsion, and traction systems for locomotives or mining vehicles. International trade is characterized by demand from sectors requiring robust and precise power delivery for demanding tasks. Countries with significant heavy industry, mining operations, or advanced transportation infrastructure are key importers, while nations with strong electrical machinery manufacturing and engineering expertise serve as major exporters. Reliability, efficiency, and the ability to withstand harsh operating conditions are critical trade considerations.
- Covers
- Large industrial DC motors
- Electric locomotive traction motors
- Mining equipment DC motors
- Marine propulsion DC motors
- Steel mill rolling motors
- Cement kiln DC motors
- Large crane hoist motors
- Examples
- GE Transportation DC Traction Motors
- Siemens 1FW6 DC Motors
- ABB DC Motors (DMP series)
- WEG DC Motors (MGF series)
- Alstom DC Traction Motors
Codes often confused with 8501.33
Common mistake. Often confused with 850132 (lower power DC motors) or 850134 (higher power DC motors) due to the specific power output ranges.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 850133, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 850133 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 17% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was India, with 15% 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 $87M 17% of world exports
- 2 Germany $81M 16% of world exports
- 3 Canada $59M 11% of world exports
World total: $520M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 India $94M 15% of world imports
- 2 Hungary $76M 12% of world imports
- 3 United States $74M 12% of world imports
World total: $621M 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 codes for 8501.33 2
Brazil splits HS 8501.33 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 8501.33.10 DC motors over 75 kW up to 375 kWMotores
- 8501.33.20 DC generators over 75 kW up to 375 kWGeradores
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 85.01 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8501.33
What is HS code 850133?
HS code 850133 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Electric motors and generators; DC, of an output exceeding 75kW but not exceeding 375kW. This HS code covers high-power DC electric motors and generators, specifically those with an output exceeding 75kW but not exceeding 375kW. These machines are indispensable for heavy industrial applications, large-scale material handling, specialized marine propulsion, and traction systems for locomotives or mining vehicles. International trade is characterized by demand from sectors requiring robust and precise power delivery for demanding tasks. Countries with significant heavy industry, mining operations, or advanced transportation infrastructure are key importers, while nations with strong electrical machinery manufacturing and engineering expertise serve as major exporters. Reliability, efficiency, and the ability to withstand harsh operating conditions are critical trade considerations.
What products fall under HS code 850133?
Large industrial DC motors, Electric locomotive traction motors, Mining equipment DC motors, Marine propulsion DC motors, Steel mill rolling motors, Cement kiln DC motors, Large crane hoist motors
What are common misclassifications for HS code 850133?
Often confused with 850132 (lower power DC motors) or 850134 (higher power DC motors) due to the specific power output ranges.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 850133?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 850133 in UN Comtrade data were China ($87M, 17% of world exports), Germany ($81M) and Canada ($59M). World exports came to about $520M, 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 850133?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 850133 in UN Comtrade data were India ($94M, 15% of world imports), Hungary ($76M) and the United States ($74M). World imports came to about $621M, 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 850133 structured?
HS code 850133 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (85) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (01) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (33) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 850133?
Brazil splits HS code 850133 into 2 NCM codes: 8501.33.10 (DC motors over 75 kW up to 375 kW), 8501.33.20 (DC generators over 75 kW up to 375 kW). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.