HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 9021.90 – Appliances; worn, carried or implanted in the body, to compensate for a defect or disability
HS code 9021.90 is the 6-digit subheading for appliances, worn, carried or implanted in the body, to compensate for a defect or disability. It is used for prosthetic limb sockets, hearing aid ear molds, orthopedic brace components, spinal implant accessories and ostomy bag flanges.
What HS 9021.90 covers
This HS code covers parts and accessories for a wide array of medical appliances designed to compensate for defects or disabilities, worn, carried, or implanted in the body. This includes components for prosthetics, orthopedic devices, hearing aids, and other assistive technologies. International trade in these items is crucial for maintaining and repairing essential medical equipment globally. Major importers are often countries with advanced healthcare systems and an aging population, such as the USA, Germany, and Japan, which have high demand for specialized medical parts. Exporters typically include nations with strong medical device manufacturing sectors, like Germany, the USA, and China. Key considerations for traders involve stringent regulatory compliance (e.g., FDA, CE marking), intellectual property rights, and the need for specialized logistics due to the delicate nature and high value of many components. The market is driven by technological advancements, increasing global healthcare expenditure, and the growing prevalence of chronic conditions and disabilities.
- Covers
- Prosthetic limb sockets
- Hearing aid ear molds
- Orthopedic brace components
- Spinal implant accessories
- Ostomy bag flanges
- Dental implant abutments
- Artificial joint liners
- Mobility aid attachments
- Examples
- Ottobock prosthetic components
- Cochlear implant accessories
- Coloplast ostomy system parts
- Zimmer Biomet joint replacement parts
- Phonak hearing aid domes
Codes often confused with 9021.90
Common mistake. This code is often confused with 902110 (Orthopedic appliances) or 902139 (Other artificial parts of the body) if the item is a complete device rather than a part or accessory. The key is distinguishing between a finished appliance and its constituent components.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 902190, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 902190 in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 15% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 11% 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 United States $3.2B 15% of world exports
- 2 Netherlands $2.8B 14% of world exports
- 3 Ireland $2.8B 13% of world exports
World total: $20.8B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $2.1B 11% of world imports
- 2 Germany $1.9B 10% of world imports
- 3 Netherlands $1.8B 9.7% of world imports
World total: $18.8B 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 9021.90 8
Brazil splits HS 9021.90 into 8 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 9021.90.1 Appliances implanted in the body to compensate for a defect or disabilityAparelhos que se implantam no organismo para compensar uma deficiência ou uma incapacidade Group
- 9021.90.11 Implantable cardioverter-defibrillatorsCardiodesfibriladores automáticos
- 9021.90.12 Stents, whether or not on balloon cathetersImplantes expansíveis (stents), mesmo montados sobre cateter do tipo balão
- 9021.90.13 Nickel-titanium interatrial occludersOclusores interauriculares constituídos por uma malha de fios de níquel e titânio preenchida com tecido de poliéster, mesmo apresentados com seu respectivo cateter
- 9021.90.19 Other implantable appliances for disabilitiesOutros
- 9021.90.80 Other worn or carried appliances for disabilitiesOutros
- 9021.90.9 Parts and accessoriesPartes e acessórios Group
- 9021.90.91 Parts and accessories of pacemakersDe marca-passos cardíacos
- 9021.90.92 Parts and accessories of hearing aidsDe aparelhos para facilitar a audição dos surdos
- 9021.90.99 Other parts and accessories of disability aidsOutros
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 90.21 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 9021.90
What is HS code 902190?
HS code 902190 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Appliances; worn, carried or implanted in the body, to compensate for a defect or disability. This HS code covers parts and accessories for a wide array of medical appliances designed to compensate for defects or disabilities, worn, carried, or implanted in the body. This includes components for prosthetics, orthopedic devices, hearing aids, and other assistive technologies. International trade in these items is crucial for maintaining and repairing essential medical equipment globally. Major importers are often countries with advanced healthcare systems and an aging population, such as the USA, Germany, and Japan, which have high demand for specialized medical parts. Exporters typically include nations with strong medical device manufacturing sectors, like Germany, the USA, and China. Key considerations for traders involve stringent regulatory compliance (e.g., FDA, CE marking), intellectual property rights, and the need for specialized logistics due to the delicate nature and high value of many components. The market is driven by technological advancements, increasing global healthcare expenditure, and the growing prevalence of chronic conditions and disabilities.
What products fall under HS code 902190?
Prosthetic limb sockets, Hearing aid ear molds, Orthopedic brace components, Spinal implant accessories, Ostomy bag flanges, Dental implant abutments, Artificial joint liners, Mobility aid attachments
What are common misclassifications for HS code 902190?
This code is often confused with 902110 (Orthopedic appliances) or 902139 (Other artificial parts of the body) if the item is a complete device rather than a part or accessory. The key is distinguishing between a finished appliance and its constituent components.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 902190?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 902190 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($3.2B, 15% of world exports), the Netherlands ($2.8B) and Ireland ($2.8B). World exports came to about $20.8B, 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.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 902190?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 902190 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($2.1B, 11% of world imports), Germany ($1.9B) and the Netherlands ($1.8B). World imports came to about $18.8B, 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 902190 structured?
HS code 902190 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (90) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (21) 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 902190?
Brazil splits HS code 902190 into 8 NCM codes: 9021.90.11 (Implantable cardioverter-defibrillators), 9021.90.12 (Stents, whether or not on balloon catheters), 9021.90.13 (Nickel-titanium interatrial occluders), 9021.90.19 (Other implantable appliances for disabilities), 9021.90.80 (Other worn or carried appliances for disabilities), 9021.90.91 (Parts and accessories of pacemakers), 9021.90.92 (Parts and accessories of hearing aids), 9021.90.99 (Other parts and accessories of disability aids). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.