HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 9028.30 – Meters; electricity supply or production meters, including calibrating meters thereof
HS code 9028.30 is the 6-digit subheading for meters, electricity supply or production meters, including calibrating meters thereof. It is used for smart electricity meters, digital energy meters, analog kWh meters, three-phase electricity meters and single-phase electricity meters.
What HS 9028.30 covers
This HS code encompasses electricity supply or production meters, including those used for calibration. In international trade, these devices are crucial for managing energy consumption and generation, supporting grid modernization, and enabling smart city initiatives. They range from traditional analog kilowatt-hour meters to advanced smart meters with communication capabilities. Major importers are utility companies, real estate developers, and industrial facilities in countries undergoing infrastructure upgrades or implementing smart grid technologies. Exporters are typically nations with strong electronics manufacturing and precision engineering sectors, often leading in smart meter technology. Key considerations include accuracy standards, communication protocols (e.g., AMI, PLC), and cybersecurity features, which drive demand and trade flows globally.
- Covers
- Smart electricity meters
- Digital energy meters
- Analog kWh meters
- Three-phase electricity meters
- Single-phase electricity meters
- Net metering devices
- Calibrating electricity meters
- Prepaid electricity meters
- Examples
- Itron Riva
- Landis+Gyr E350
- Siemens Sipart
- Honeywell Elster A1140
- Schneider Electric PowerLogic
Codes often confused with 9028.30
Common mistake. This code can be confused with 902820 (gas or liquid meters) if the 'electricity' aspect is overlooked, or with general electrical measuring instruments under 90303x if not specifically for supply or production metering.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 902830, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 902830 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 34% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 15% 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 $1.5B 34% of world exports
- 2 Mexico $590M 14% of world exports
- 3 United States $275M 6.3% of world exports
World total: $4.3B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $619M 15% of world imports
- 2 Italy $238M 5.6% of world imports
- 3 Germany $207M 4.9% of world imports
World total: $4.2B 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 9028.30 7
Brazil splits HS 9028.30 into 7 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 9028.30.1 Single-phase, for alternating currentMonofásicos, para corrente alternada Group
- 9028.30.11 Digital single-phase AC electricity metersDigitais
- 9028.30.19 Other single-phase AC electricity metersOutros
- 9028.30.2 Two-phaseBifásicos Group
- 9028.30.21 Digital two-phase electricity metersDigitais
- 9028.30.29 Other two-phase electricity metersOutros
- 9028.30.3 Three-phaseTrifásicos Group
- 9028.30.31 Digital three-phase electricity metersDigitais
- 9028.30.39 Other three-phase electricity metersOutros
- 9028.30.90 Other electricity metersOutros
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 90.28 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 9028.30
What is HS code 902830?
HS code 902830 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Meters; electricity supply or production meters, including calibrating meters thereof. This HS code encompasses electricity supply or production meters, including those used for calibration. In international trade, these devices are crucial for managing energy consumption and generation, supporting grid modernization, and enabling smart city initiatives. They range from traditional analog kilowatt-hour meters to advanced smart meters with communication capabilities. Major importers are utility companies, real estate developers, and industrial facilities in countries undergoing infrastructure upgrades or implementing smart grid technologies. Exporters are typically nations with strong electronics manufacturing and precision engineering sectors, often leading in smart meter technology. Key considerations include accuracy standards, communication protocols (e.g., AMI, PLC), and cybersecurity features, which drive demand and trade flows globally.
What products fall under HS code 902830?
Smart electricity meters, digital energy meters, analog kWh meters, three-phase electricity meters, single-phase electricity meters, net metering devices, calibrating electricity meters, prepaid electricity meters
What are common misclassifications for HS code 902830?
This code can be confused with 902820 (gas or liquid meters) if the 'electricity' aspect is overlooked, or with general electrical measuring instruments under 90303x if not specifically for supply or production metering.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 902830?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 902830 in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.5B, 34% of world exports), Mexico ($590M) and the United States ($275M). World exports came to about $4.3B, 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 902830?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 902830 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($619M, 15% of world imports), Italy ($238M) and Germany ($207M). World imports came to about $4.2B, 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 902830 structured?
HS code 902830 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (90) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (28) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (30) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 902830?
Brazil splits HS code 902830 into 7 NCM codes: 9028.30.11 (Digital single-phase AC electricity meters), 9028.30.19 (Other single-phase AC electricity meters), 9028.30.21 (Digital two-phase electricity meters), 9028.30.29 (Other two-phase electricity meters), 9028.30.31 (Digital three-phase electricity meters), 9028.30.39 (Other three-phase electricity meters), 9028.30.90 (Other electricity meters). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.