HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8516.60 – Ovens, cookers, cooking plates, boiling rings, grillers and roasters; of a kind used for domestic purposes (excluding microwaves)
HS code 8516.60 is the 6-digit subheading for ovens, cookers, cooking plates, boiling rings, grillers and roasters, of a kind used for domestic purposes (excluding microwaves). It is used for electric ranges, induction cooktops, built-in electric ovens, portable electric hot plates and electric grillers.
What HS 8516.60 covers
This category encompasses a wide array of domestic cooking appliances, excluding microwave ovens, that rely on electrical heating elements. In international trade, these goods are a staple in household consumer electronics, driven by housing development, urbanization, and evolving culinary trends. Major exporters often include countries with strong manufacturing bases like China, Germany, and Italy, known for both mass production and high-end appliance engineering. Importers range from developed nations seeking replacement units and new home installations to developing economies experiencing a rise in disposable income and electrification. Key considerations for trade include energy efficiency standards, safety certifications (e.g., CE, UL), and design aesthetics, which can significantly influence market appeal. The global market for these appliances is competitive, with brands constantly innovating in features like smart connectivity, induction technology, and multi-functionality to capture consumer interest. Tariffs and non-tariff barriers related to environmental impact and consumer safety are common.
- Covers
- Electric ranges
- Induction cooktops
- Built-in electric ovens
- Portable electric hot plates
- Electric grillers
- Rotisserie roasters
- Freestanding electric cookers
- Electric griddles
- Examples
- Bosch HBL5351UC
- LG LREL6325F
- Samsung NE63T8111SS
- GE JGB700SEJSS
- Whirlpool WFE505W0JV
Codes often confused with 8516.60
Common mistake. This code is often confused with 851650 (Microwave ovens) due to similar functions, but 851660 specifically excludes microwaves. It might also be mistaken for commercial cooking equipment under Chapter 84, but 851660 is strictly for domestic use.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 851660, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 851660 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 42% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, 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 $7.5B 42% of world exports
- 2 Germany $1.8B 10% of world exports
- 3 Türkiye $1.2B 6.7% of world exports
World total: $17.9B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $2.3B 15% of world imports
- 2 Germany $1.3B 8.3% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $910M 5.8% of world imports
World total: $15.7B 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 8516.60
Brazil does not split HS 8516.60: its NCM code is 8516.60.00.
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 8516.60
What is HS code 851660?
HS code 851660 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Ovens, cookers, cooking plates, boiling rings, grillers and roasters; of a kind used for domestic purposes (excluding microwaves). This category encompasses a wide array of domestic cooking appliances, excluding microwave ovens, that rely on electrical heating elements. In international trade, these goods are a staple in household consumer electronics, driven by housing development, urbanization, and evolving culinary trends. Major exporters often include countries with strong manufacturing bases like China, Germany, and Italy, known for both mass production and high-end appliance engineering. Importers range from developed nations seeking replacement units and new home installations to developing economies experiencing a rise in disposable income and electrification. Key considerations for trade include energy efficiency standards, safety certifications (e.g., CE, UL), and design aesthetics, which can significantly influence market appeal. The global market for these appliances is competitive, with brands constantly innovating in features like smart connectivity, induction technology, and multi-functionality to capture consumer interest. Tariffs and non-tariff barriers related to environmental impact and consumer safety are common.
What products fall under HS code 851660?
Electric ranges, Induction cooktops, Built-in electric ovens, Portable electric hot plates, Electric grillers, Rotisserie roasters, Freestanding electric cookers, Electric griddles
What are common misclassifications for HS code 851660?
This code is often confused with 851650 (Microwave ovens) due to similar functions, but 851660 specifically excludes microwaves. It might also be mistaken for commercial cooking equipment under Chapter 84, but 851660 is strictly for domestic use.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 851660?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 851660 in UN Comtrade data were China ($7.5B, 42% of world exports), Germany ($1.8B) and Türkiye ($1.2B). World exports came to about $17.9B, 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 851660?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 851660 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($2.3B, 15% of world imports), Germany ($1.3B) and the United Kingdom ($910M). World imports came to about $15.7B, 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 851660 structured?
HS code 851660 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 (60) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 851660?
In Brazil, HS code 851660 is NCM 8516.60.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.