HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8515.19 – Brazing or soldering machines and apparatus; other than soldering irons and guns, whether or not capable of cutting
HS code 8515.19 is the 6-digit subheading for brazing or soldering machines and apparatus, other than soldering irons and guns, whether or not capable of cutting. It is used for wave soldering machines, reflow ovens, selective soldering machines, robotic soldering systems and vapor phase soldering machines.
What HS 8515.19 covers
This HS code encompasses a diverse range of brazing and soldering machines and apparatus, specifically excluding the handheld soldering irons and guns covered by 851511. This category includes more sophisticated, often automated or semi-automated, equipment used for high-volume or precision joining processes in demanding industrial settings. Examples include large-scale wave soldering machines for printed circuit boards, precise reflow ovens for surface-mount technology, selective soldering systems for complex assemblies, and fully robotic soldering cells. These machines are absolutely critical for modern electronics manufacturing, automotive component production, and other industries requiring highly reliable, efficient, and repeatable joining of metallic parts. Major importers are countries with large electronics assembly plants and advanced manufacturing capabilities. Exporters are typically specialized manufacturers from technologically advanced nations, providing cutting-edge solutions for complex, high-throughput production lines globally.
- Covers
- Wave soldering machines
- Reflow ovens
- Selective soldering machines
- Robotic soldering systems
- Vapor phase soldering machines
- Induction brazing machines (small scale)
- Hot bar soldering machines
- Examples
- ERSA VERSAPRINT 2
- Juki JM-20
- Heller 1809 MK5 Reflow Oven
- Nordson ASYMTEK Selective Soldering Systems
Codes often confused with 8515.19
Common mistake. This code is for industrial-scale brazing/soldering equipment, distinct from the handheld tools in 851511. It should not be confused with general heating equipment (8514) unless it specifically performs brazing/soldering.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 851519, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 851519 in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 38% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Thailand, with 13% 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 $194M 38% of world exports
- 2 China $105M 21% of world exports
- 3 Japan $36M 7.2% of world exports
World total: $505M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Thailand $64M 13% of world imports
- 2 United States $63M 13% of world imports
- 3 China $40M 8.0% of world imports
World total: $499M 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 8515.19
Brazil does not split HS 8515.19: its NCM code is 8515.19.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 85.15 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8515.19
What is HS code 851519?
HS code 851519 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Brazing or soldering machines and apparatus; other than soldering irons and guns, whether or not capable of cutting. This HS code encompasses a diverse range of brazing and soldering machines and apparatus, specifically excluding the handheld soldering irons and guns covered by 851511. This category includes more sophisticated, often automated or semi-automated, equipment used for high-volume or precision joining processes in demanding industrial settings. Examples include large-scale wave soldering machines for printed circuit boards, precise reflow ovens for surface-mount technology, selective soldering systems for complex assemblies, and fully robotic soldering cells. These machines are absolutely critical for modern electronics manufacturing, automotive component production, and other industries requiring highly reliable, efficient, and repeatable joining of metallic parts. Major importers are countries with large electronics assembly plants and advanced manufacturing capabilities. Exporters are typically specialized manufacturers from technologically advanced nations, providing cutting-edge solutions for complex, high-throughput production lines globally.
What products fall under HS code 851519?
Wave soldering machines, Reflow ovens, Selective soldering machines, Robotic soldering systems, Vapor phase soldering machines, Induction brazing machines (small scale), Hot bar soldering machines
What are common misclassifications for HS code 851519?
This code is for industrial-scale brazing/soldering equipment, distinct from the handheld tools in 851511. It should not be confused with general heating equipment (8514) unless it specifically performs brazing/soldering.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 851519?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 851519 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($194M, 38% of world exports), China ($105M) and Japan ($36M). World exports came to about $505M, 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 851519?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 851519 in UN Comtrade data were Thailand ($64M, 13% of world imports), the United States ($63M) and China ($40M). World imports came to about $499M, 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 851519 structured?
HS code 851519 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (85) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (15) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (19) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 851519?
In Brazil, HS code 851519 is NCM 8515.19.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.