HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8516.90 – Electro-thermic appliances; parts, of heating resistors, of water, space and soil heaters, hair-dressing apparatus, hand dryers, smoothing irons and other domestic appliances of heading no. 8516
HS code 8516.90 is the 6-digit subheading for electro-thermic appliances, parts, of heating resistors, of water, space and soil heaters, hair-dressing apparatus, hand dryers, smoothing irons and other domestic appliances of heading no. 8516. It is used for thermostats for ovens, heating elements for irons, control boards for water heaters, fan motors for hair dryers and heating coils for space heaters.
What HS 8516.90 covers
This HS code is dedicated to parts of electro-thermic appliances falling under heading 8516, specifically mentioning heating resistors, and parts for water, space, and soil heaters, hair-dressing apparatus, hand dryers, smoothing irons, and other domestic appliances. This category is crucial for the global supply chain of appliance manufacturing and repair. Exporters are typically countries with strong manufacturing bases for components, such as China, which produces a vast array of parts, and other industrial nations like Germany and Japan, known for precision components. Importers are manufacturers assembling finished goods, as well as distributors and repair services worldwide. Trade in these parts is driven by the production volume of finished appliances and the aftermarket for repairs and replacements. Key considerations include material specifications, compatibility with various appliance models, and adherence to international quality and safety standards. The market is highly specialized, requiring precise matching of parts to ensure functionality and safety of the end product.
- Covers
- Thermostats for ovens
- Heating elements for irons
- Control boards for water heaters
- Fan motors for hair dryers
- Heating coils for space heaters
- Gaskets for coffee makers
- Power cords for toasters
- Indicator lights for appliances
- Examples
- Whirlpool W10518394 (oven element)
- Philips HD9300 (kettle element)
- Dyson 969042-01 (hair dryer filter)
- Bosch 00658793 (dishwasher heating element)
- GE WB44T10010 (oven bake element)
Codes often confused with 8516.90
Common mistake. This code is for *parts* of the specified appliances, not the complete appliances themselves (e.g., 851671 for coffee makers) or the raw heating resistors (851680). Misclassification often occurs when a component is mistaken for a complete sub-assembly or a raw material.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 851690, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 851690 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 50% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, 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 China $2.6B 50% of world exports
- 2 Germany $441M 8.4% of world exports
- 3 Italy $266M 5.1% of world exports
World total: $5.3B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $656M 13% of world imports
- 2 Germany $421M 8.2% of world imports
- 3 France $297M 5.8% of world imports
World total: $5.1B 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 code for 8516.90
Brazil does not split HS 8516.90: its NCM code is 8516.90.00.
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 8516.90
What is HS code 851690?
HS code 851690 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Electro-thermic appliances; parts, of heating resistors, of water, space and soil heaters, hair-dressing apparatus, hand dryers, smoothing irons and other domestic appliances of heading no. 8516. This HS code is dedicated to parts of electro-thermic appliances falling under heading 8516, specifically mentioning heating resistors, and parts for water, space, and soil heaters, hair-dressing apparatus, hand dryers, smoothing irons, and other domestic appliances. This category is crucial for the global supply chain of appliance manufacturing and repair. Exporters are typically countries with strong manufacturing bases for components, such as China, which produces a vast array of parts, and other industrial nations like Germany and Japan, known for precision components. Importers are manufacturers assembling finished goods, as well as distributors and repair services worldwide. Trade in these parts is driven by the production volume of finished appliances and the aftermarket for repairs and replacements. Key considerations include material specifications, compatibility with various appliance models, and adherence to international quality and safety standards. The market is highly specialized, requiring precise matching of parts to ensure functionality and safety of the end product.
What products fall under HS code 851690?
Thermostats for ovens, Heating elements for irons, Control boards for water heaters, Fan motors for hair dryers, Heating coils for space heaters, Gaskets for coffee makers, Power cords for toasters, Indicator lights for appliances
What are common misclassifications for HS code 851690?
This code is for *parts* of the specified appliances, not the complete appliances themselves (e.g., 851671 for coffee makers) or the raw heating resistors (851680). Misclassification often occurs when a component is mistaken for a complete sub-assembly or a raw material.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 851690?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 851690 in UN Comtrade data were China ($2.6B, 50% of world exports), Germany ($441M) and Italy ($266M). World exports came to about $5.3B, 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 851690?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 851690 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($656M, 13% of world imports), Germany ($421M) and France ($297M). World imports came to about $5.1B, 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 851690 structured?
HS code 851690 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 (90) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 851690?
In Brazil, HS code 851690 is NCM 8516.90.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.