HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8516.50 – Ovens; microwave, of a kind used for domestic purposes
HS code 8516.50 is the 6-digit subheading for ovens, microwave, of a kind used for domestic purposes. It is used for countertop microwave ovens, over-the-range microwaves, built-in microwave ovens, convection microwave ovens and inverter microwave ovens.
What HS 8516.50 covers
This HS code specifically covers microwave ovens designed for domestic purposes, a ubiquitous kitchen appliance found in homes worldwide. These ovens rapidly heat food using microwave radiation, offering unparalleled convenience for cooking, reheating, and defrosting. International trade in domestic microwave ovens is substantial, driven by urbanization, busy lifestyles, and continuous innovation in features like sensor cooking, inverter technology, and smart connectivity. Importers typically include electronics retailers, appliance stores, and general merchandise chains. Exporters are often large multinational appliance manufacturers. Key factors influencing trade include power output (wattage), capacity (cubic feet), cooking programs, design (countertop, over-the-range, built-in), energy efficiency, and smart features, all of which cater to diverse consumer needs and market trends, ensuring their continued global presence.
- Covers
- Countertop microwave ovens
- Over-the-range microwaves
- Built-in microwave ovens
- Convection microwave ovens
- Inverter microwave ovens
- Compact microwave ovens
- Smart microwave ovens
- Examples
- Panasonic NN-SN686S
- Samsung MS19M8000AG
- LG NeoChef
- Whirlpool WMH31017HS
- Toshiba EM925A5A-BS
Codes often confused with 8516.50
Common mistake. Should not be confused with industrial microwave ovens (851420) used for commercial or industrial heating processes, as 851650 is strictly for domestic models.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 851650, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 851650 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 71% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 29% 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 $3.2B 71% of world exports
- 2 Malaysia $427M 9.4% of world exports
- 3 Thailand $206M 4.5% of world exports
World total: $4.5B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $1.4B 29% of world imports
- 2 Japan $424M 8.9% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $212M 4.5% of world imports
World total: $4.8B 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 8516.50
Brazil does not split HS 8516.50: its NCM code is 8516.50.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 85.16 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8516.50
What is HS code 851650?
HS code 851650 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Ovens; microwave, of a kind used for domestic purposes. This HS code specifically covers microwave ovens designed for domestic purposes, a ubiquitous kitchen appliance found in homes worldwide. These ovens rapidly heat food using microwave radiation, offering unparalleled convenience for cooking, reheating, and defrosting. International trade in domestic microwave ovens is substantial, driven by urbanization, busy lifestyles, and continuous innovation in features like sensor cooking, inverter technology, and smart connectivity. Importers typically include electronics retailers, appliance stores, and general merchandise chains. Exporters are often large multinational appliance manufacturers. Key factors influencing trade include power output (wattage), capacity (cubic feet), cooking programs, design (countertop, over-the-range, built-in), energy efficiency, and smart features, all of which cater to diverse consumer needs and market trends, ensuring their continued global presence.
What products fall under HS code 851650?
Countertop microwave ovens, Over-the-range microwaves, Built-in microwave ovens, Convection microwave ovens, Inverter microwave ovens, Compact microwave ovens, Smart microwave ovens
What are common misclassifications for HS code 851650?
Should not be confused with industrial microwave ovens (851420) used for commercial or industrial heating processes, as 851650 is strictly for domestic models.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 851650?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 851650 in UN Comtrade data were China ($3.2B, 71% of world exports), Malaysia ($427M) and Thailand ($206M). World exports came to about $4.5B, 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 851650?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 851650 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($1.4B, 29% of world imports), Japan ($424M) and the United Kingdom ($212M). World imports came to about $4.8B, 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.
How is HS code 851650 structured?
HS code 851650 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (85) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (16) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (50) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 851650?
In Brazil, HS code 851650 is NCM 8516.50.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.