HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8516.79 – Electro-thermic appliances; n.e.c. in heading no. 8516, used for domestic purposes
HS code 8516.79 is the 6-digit subheading for electro-thermic appliances, n.e.c. in heading no. 8516, used for domestic purposes. It is used for electric rice cookers, slow cookers, waffle makers, electric griddles and deep fryers.
What HS 8516.79 covers
This "not elsewhere specified" (n.e.c.) category within heading 8516 captures a diverse range of domestic electro-thermic appliances that don't fit into the more specific subheadings like coffee makers or toasters. This makes it a catch-all for many innovative or niche kitchen and household gadgets. Trade in these items is dynamic, reflecting consumer trends for convenience, health, and specialized cooking. Exporters are typically countries with strong small appliance manufacturing capabilities, such as China, which produces a vast array of these goods, and European countries known for design and quality. Importers are global, driven by consumer demand for new and improved household solutions. Key trade factors include product safety standards, energy consumption, and market-specific preferences for features and design. The broad nature of this category means that market analysis requires careful attention to specific product types within it, as demand and competition can vary widely.
- Covers
- Electric rice cookers
- Slow cookers
- Waffle makers
- Electric griddles
- Deep fryers
- Electric pressure cookers
- Sandwich makers
- Yogurt makers
- Electric skillets
- Food dehydrators
- Examples
- Instant Pot Duo
- Crock-Pot SCCPVL610
- Zojirushi NS-LAC05
- Ninja Foodi
- Dash Mini Waffle Maker
Codes often confused with 8516.79
Common mistake. This code is frequently confused with other specific 8516 subheadings (e.g., 851671 for coffee makers) if the appliance has a primary function that could fit elsewhere. It's crucial to ensure the appliance doesn't have a more specific HS code before classifying it here.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 851679, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 851679 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 56% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 21% 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 $4.8B 56% of world exports
- 2 Germany $921M 11% of world exports
- 3 France $775M 9.0% of world exports
World total: $8.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $2.0B 21% of world imports
- 2 Germany $1.3B 13% of world imports
- 3 France $611M 6.2% of world imports
World total: $9.8B 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 codes for 8516.79 3
Brazil splits HS 8516.79 into 3 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 8516.79.10 Electric cooking potsPanelas
- 8516.79.20 Electric fryersFritadoras
- 8516.79.90 Other domestic electro-thermic appliancesOutros
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 8516.79
What is HS code 851679?
HS code 851679 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Electro-thermic appliances; n.e.c. in heading no. 8516, used for domestic purposes. This "not elsewhere specified" (n.e.c.) category within heading 8516 captures a diverse range of domestic electro-thermic appliances that don't fit into the more specific subheadings like coffee makers or toasters. This makes it a catch-all for many innovative or niche kitchen and household gadgets. Trade in these items is dynamic, reflecting consumer trends for convenience, health, and specialized cooking. Exporters are typically countries with strong small appliance manufacturing capabilities, such as China, which produces a vast array of these goods, and European countries known for design and quality. Importers are global, driven by consumer demand for new and improved household solutions. Key trade factors include product safety standards, energy consumption, and market-specific preferences for features and design. The broad nature of this category means that market analysis requires careful attention to specific product types within it, as demand and competition can vary widely.
What products fall under HS code 851679?
Electric rice cookers, Slow cookers, Waffle makers, Electric griddles, Deep fryers, Electric pressure cookers, Sandwich makers, Yogurt makers, Electric skillets, Food dehydrators
What are common misclassifications for HS code 851679?
This code is frequently confused with other specific 8516 subheadings (e.g., 851671 for coffee makers) if the appliance has a primary function that could fit elsewhere. It's crucial to ensure the appliance doesn't have a more specific HS code before classifying it here.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 851679?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 851679 in UN Comtrade data were China ($4.8B, 56% of world exports), Germany ($921M) and France ($775M). World exports came to about $8.6B, 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 851679?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 851679 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($2.0B, 21% of world imports), Germany ($1.3B) and France ($611M). World imports came to about $9.8B, 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 851679 structured?
HS code 851679 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 (79) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 851679?
Brazil splits HS code 851679 into 3 NCM codes: 8516.79.10 (Electric cooking pots), 8516.79.20 (Electric fryers), 8516.79.90 (Other domestic electro-thermic appliances). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.