HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8515.80 – Welding machines and apparatus; n.e.c. in heading no. 8515, whether or not capable of cutting
HS code 8515.80 is the 6-digit subheading for welding machines and apparatus, n.e.c. in heading no. 8515, whether or not capable of cutting. It is used for arc welding machines, MIG welders, TIG welders, plasma cutting machines and robotic welding systems.
What HS 8515.80 covers
This HS code encompasses a broad range of electric welding machines and apparatus not specifically classified elsewhere within heading 8515, including those capable of cutting. It's a crucial category for industrial manufacturing, construction, automotive, and repair sectors globally. International trade in these machines is driven by the continuous need for fabrication, assembly, and maintenance across various industries. Importers typically include large manufacturing firms, industrial equipment distributors, and specialized construction companies seeking advanced or general-purpose welding solutions. Exporters are often leading industrial machinery manufacturers from technologically advanced nations. Key considerations in this trade involve the machine's power source (e.g., inverter technology), automation capabilities (e.g., robotic integration), safety features, and compliance with international industrial standards, all of which influence market demand and technological innovation in the sector.
- Covers
- Arc welding machines
- MIG welders
- TIG welders
- Plasma cutting machines
- Robotic welding systems
- Laser welding equipment
- Spot welding machines
- Submerged arc welders
- Examples
- Lincoln Electric Invertec
- Miller Multimatic
- ESAB Rebel
- Fronius TransSteel
- Hypertherm Powermax
Codes often confused with 8515.80
Common mistake. This code can be confused with more specific welding machine codes like 851531 (Arc welding machines) or 851521 (Resistance welding machines) if the exact type is known, as 851580 serves as a residual category.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 851580, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 851580 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 33% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 16% 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 $1.1B 33% of world exports
- 2 Germany $690M 20% of world exports
- 3 Switzerland $272M 8.1% of world exports
World total: $3.4B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $487M 16% of world imports
- 2 China $235M 7.5% of world imports
- 3 Mexico $226M 7.2% of world imports
World total: $3.1B 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 8515.80 2
Brazil splits HS 8515.80 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 8515.80.10 Laser welding machinesPara soldar a laser
- 8515.80.90 Other welding and hot-spraying machinesOutros
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 8515.80
What is HS code 851580?
HS code 851580 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Welding machines and apparatus; n.e.c. in heading no. 8515, whether or not capable of cutting. This HS code encompasses a broad range of electric welding machines and apparatus not specifically classified elsewhere within heading 8515, including those capable of cutting. It's a crucial category for industrial manufacturing, construction, automotive, and repair sectors globally. International trade in these machines is driven by the continuous need for fabrication, assembly, and maintenance across various industries. Importers typically include large manufacturing firms, industrial equipment distributors, and specialized construction companies seeking advanced or general-purpose welding solutions. Exporters are often leading industrial machinery manufacturers from technologically advanced nations. Key considerations in this trade involve the machine's power source (e.g., inverter technology), automation capabilities (e.g., robotic integration), safety features, and compliance with international industrial standards, all of which influence market demand and technological innovation in the sector.
What products fall under HS code 851580?
Arc welding machines, MIG welders, TIG welders, Plasma cutting machines, Robotic welding systems, Laser welding equipment, Spot welding machines, Submerged arc welders
What are common misclassifications for HS code 851580?
This code can be confused with more specific welding machine codes like 851531 (Arc welding machines) or 851521 (Resistance welding machines) if the exact type is known, as 851580 serves as a residual category.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 851580?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 851580 in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.1B, 33% of world exports), Germany ($690M) and Switzerland ($272M). World exports came to about $3.4B, 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.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 851580?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 851580 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($487M, 16% of world imports), China ($235M) and Mexico ($226M). World imports came to about $3.1B, 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 851580 structured?
HS code 851580 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 (80) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 851580?
Brazil splits HS code 851580 into 2 NCM codes: 8515.80.10 (Laser welding machines), 8515.80.90 (Other welding and hot-spraying machines). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.