HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8532.23 – Electrical capacitors; fixed, ceramic dielectric, single layer
HS code 8532.23 is the 6-digit subheading for electrical capacitors, fixed, ceramic dielectric, single layer. It is used for ceramic disc capacitors, ceramic chip capacitors (single layer), high voltage ceramic capacitors, low voltage ceramic capacitors and temperature compensating ceramic capacitors.
What HS 8532.23 covers
This category covers fixed single-layer ceramic dielectric capacitors, which are fundamental components in a vast array of electronic circuits globally. Valued for their small size, low cost, and excellent high-frequency performance, they are extensively traded for decoupling, filtering, and resonant circuits in consumer electronics, telecommunications equipment, and automotive applications. The international trade in these components is driven by the global electronics manufacturing industry, with high-volume production concentrated in East Asia. Importers are typically electronics assembly factories and distributors worldwide. Key aspects for trade include capacitance tolerance, voltage rating, and temperature coefficient, which dictate their suitability for specific circuit designs and overall product reliability.
- Covers
- Ceramic disc capacitors
- Ceramic chip capacitors (single layer)
- High voltage ceramic capacitors
- Low voltage ceramic capacitors
- Temperature compensating ceramic capacitors
- Feed-through ceramic capacitors
- Examples
- Murata Ceramic Capacitors
- TDK Ceramic Capacitors
- KEMET Ceramic Capacitors
- Vishay Ceramic Capacitors
Codes often confused with 8532.23
Common mistake. Often confused with multilayer ceramic capacitors (853224) due to similar dielectric material, but the single-layer construction is the critical differentiator for correct classification.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 853223, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 853223 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 20% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Mexico, 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 $99M 20% of world exports
- 2 Hong Kong $67M 13% of world exports
- 3 Thailand $52M 10% of world exports
World total: $500M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Mexico $96M 16% of world imports
- 2 China $81M 13% of world imports
- 3 Hong Kong $54M 8.9% of world imports
World total: $613M 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 8532.23 2
Brazil splits HS 8532.23 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 8532.23.10 SMD single-layer ceramic capacitorsPróprios para montagem em superfície (SMD - Surface Mounted Device)
- 8532.23.90 Other single-layer ceramic capacitorsOutros
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 85.32 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8532.23
What is HS code 853223?
HS code 853223 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Electrical capacitors; fixed, ceramic dielectric, single layer. This category covers fixed single-layer ceramic dielectric capacitors, which are fundamental components in a vast array of electronic circuits globally. Valued for their small size, low cost, and excellent high-frequency performance, they are extensively traded for decoupling, filtering, and resonant circuits in consumer electronics, telecommunications equipment, and automotive applications. The international trade in these components is driven by the global electronics manufacturing industry, with high-volume production concentrated in East Asia. Importers are typically electronics assembly factories and distributors worldwide. Key aspects for trade include capacitance tolerance, voltage rating, and temperature coefficient, which dictate their suitability for specific circuit designs and overall product reliability.
What products fall under HS code 853223?
Ceramic disc capacitors, ceramic chip capacitors (single layer), high voltage ceramic capacitors, low voltage ceramic capacitors, temperature compensating ceramic capacitors, feed-through ceramic capacitors
What are common misclassifications for HS code 853223?
Often confused with multilayer ceramic capacitors (853224) due to similar dielectric material, but the single-layer construction is the critical differentiator for correct classification.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 853223?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 853223 in UN Comtrade data were China ($99M, 20% of world exports), Hong Kong ($67M) and Thailand ($52M). World exports came to about $500M, 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 853223?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 853223 in UN Comtrade data were Mexico ($96M, 16% of world imports), China ($81M) and Hong Kong ($54M). World imports came to about $613M, 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 853223 structured?
HS code 853223 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (85) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (32) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (23) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 853223?
Brazil splits HS code 853223 into 2 NCM codes: 8532.23.10 (SMD single-layer ceramic capacitors), 8532.23.90 (Other single-layer ceramic capacitors). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.