HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8543.90 – Electrical machines and apparatus; parts of the electrical goods of heading no. 8543
HS code 8543.90 is the 6-digit subheading for electrical machines and apparatus, parts of the electrical goods of heading no. 8543. It is used for E-cigarette coils, vape device batteries, atomizer heads, electronic circuit boards for specialized apparatus and housing for signal generators.
What HS 8543.90 covers
This HS code is dedicated to parts of the electrical goods classified under heading 8543. This includes components for electronic cigarettes (8543.40) and a wide array of other specialized electrical apparatus (8543.70). The global trade in these parts is fundamental to the manufacturing and repair supply chains of the finished products. Importers are typically assembly plants, repair centers, or distributors of electronic components, while exporters are specialized component manufacturers. The trade volume is substantial, reflecting the globalized nature of electronics production. Accurate classification requires ensuring the parts are identifiable as solely or principally for use with apparatus of heading 8543, distinguishing them from general-purpose electronic components.
- Covers
- E-cigarette coils
- Vape device batteries
- Atomizer heads
- Electronic circuit boards for specialized apparatus
- Housing for signal generators
- Display screens for interactive whiteboards
- Sensors for metal detectors
- Examples
- JUUL pods (empty)
- SMOK coils
- Fluke test leads
- Garrett search coils
- Promethean stylus pens
Codes often confused with 8543.90
Common mistake. Parts are frequently misclassified as the complete apparatus (e.g., a vape coil as an e-cigarette) or as general electronic components (e.g., 8538 for parts of 8535-8537) if their specific use for 8543 apparatus is not clearly identified.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 854390, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 854390 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 27% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Thailand, with 26% 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 $3.0B 27% of world exports
- 2 United States $1.3B 11% of world exports
- 3 Japan $899M 8.0% of world exports
World total: $11.3B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Thailand $3.2B 26% of world imports
- 2 United States $1.5B 12% of world imports
- 3 China $671M 5.4% of world imports
World total: $12.5B 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 8543.90 2
Brazil splits HS 8543.90 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 8543.90.10 Parts of other electrical machines and apparatusDas máquinas ou aparelhos da subposição 8543.70
- 8543.90.90 Other parts of individual-function electric goodsOutras
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 85.43 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8543.90
What is HS code 854390?
HS code 854390 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Electrical machines and apparatus; parts of the electrical goods of heading no. 8543. This HS code is dedicated to parts of the electrical goods classified under heading 8543. This includes components for electronic cigarettes (8543.40) and a wide array of other specialized electrical apparatus (8543.70). The global trade in these parts is fundamental to the manufacturing and repair supply chains of the finished products. Importers are typically assembly plants, repair centers, or distributors of electronic components, while exporters are specialized component manufacturers. The trade volume is substantial, reflecting the globalized nature of electronics production. Accurate classification requires ensuring the parts are identifiable as solely or principally for use with apparatus of heading 8543, distinguishing them from general-purpose electronic components.
What products fall under HS code 854390?
E-cigarette coils, vape device batteries, atomizer heads, electronic circuit boards for specialized apparatus, housing for signal generators, display screens for interactive whiteboards, sensors for metal detectors
What are common misclassifications for HS code 854390?
Parts are frequently misclassified as the complete apparatus (e.g., a vape coil as an e-cigarette) or as general electronic components (e.g., 8538 for parts of 8535-8537) if their specific use for 8543 apparatus is not clearly identified.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 854390?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 854390 in UN Comtrade data were China ($3.0B, 27% of world exports), the United States ($1.3B) and Japan ($899M). World exports came to about $11.3B, 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 854390?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 854390 in UN Comtrade data were Thailand ($3.2B, 26% of world imports), the United States ($1.5B) and China ($671M). World imports came to about $12.5B, 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.
How is HS code 854390 structured?
HS code 854390 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (85) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (43) 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 854390?
Brazil splits HS code 854390 into 2 NCM codes: 8543.90.10 (Parts of other electrical machines and apparatus), 8543.90.90 (Other parts of individual-function electric goods). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.