Product classification
HS code for 3D printer parts: 8485.90
Machines for additive manufacturing, parts.
Classification of 3D printer parts under HS 8485.90
Products classified under HS code 848590 specifically encompass "Machines for additive manufacturing; parts." This classification is appropriate for components that are identifiable as solely or principally designed for use with 3D printers, which are machines for additive manufacturing. The Harmonized System's General Interpretative Rule 2(a) states that any reference to an article includes an incomplete or unfinished article, provided that, as presented, it has the essential character of the complete or finished article. Furthermore, Rule 6 directs that the classification of goods in subheadings of a heading shall be determined according to the terms of those subheadings and any relative Section or Chapter Notes and, mutatis mutandis, to the above Rules, on the understanding that only subheadings at the same level are comparable. Therefore, parts clearly identifiable as belonging to 3D printers are classified here, reflecting their specific function within additive manufacturing technology.
- Covers
- Extruders and hot ends
- Print beds (heated or unheated)
- Stepper motors specifically designed for 3D printer axes
- Nozzles and nozzle kits
- Control boards (e.g., mainboards, driver boards)
- Gantry systems and linear rails for 3D printers
- Filament drive mechanisms
- Cooling fans integrated into print heads
- Also under 8485.90
- Stratasys FDM print heads
- EOS laser systems
- Formlabs resin tanks
- Ultimaker extruder components
Codes often confused with 8485.90
Common mistake. A common misclassification occurs with HS code 847990, which covers "Parts of machinery having individual functions, not specified or included elsewhere." While some generic components might fall under 847990, if a part is clearly and exclusively designed for a 3D printer, the more specific heading 848590 takes precedence due to its direct reference to additive manufacturing machine parts. Another potential confusion is with HS code 8501 for electric motors; however, if a stepper motor is an integral and specific part of a 3D printer's motion system, designed for precise positioning in additive manufacturing, it is more accurately classified under 848590 as a part of the additive manufacturing machine rather than a general-purpose motor. Similarly, generic electronic components like power supplies or standard cables are not classified here unless they are specifically adapted or designed solely for 3D printers.
Top exporters and importers of HS 848590 (the code used for 3D printer parts), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 848590 (the code used for 3D printer parts) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 30% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 25% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 848590, not only 3D printer parts.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $252M 30% of world exports
- 2 Germany $159M 19% of world exports
- 3 United States $83M 9.7% of world exports
World total: $847M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $187M 25% of world imports
- 2 Germany $83M 11% of world imports
- 3 China $39M 5.3% of world imports
World total: $735M 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 3D printer parts
Brazil classifies 3D printer parts under NCM 8485.90.00: HS 8485.90 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about 3D printer parts
What is the HS code for 3D printer parts?
The HS code for 3D printer parts is 848590 (Machines for additive manufacturing; parts). The HS code for parts specifically designed for 3D printers (additive manufacturing machines) is 848590.
How do I classify 3D printer parts for customs?
3D printer parts is classified under HS code 848590 — Machines for additive manufacturing; parts. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are generic electronic components used in 3D printers classified under 848590?
No, only parts identifiable as solely or principally for 3D printers are classified under 848590. Generic electronic components like resistors, capacitors, standard power supplies, or general-purpose wiring harnesses are classified under their respective HS codes, typically within Chapter 85 or 84, based on their individual function and characteristics.
Which countries are the top exporters of 3D printer parts (HS 848590)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 848590 (the code used for 3D printer parts) in UN Comtrade data were China ($252M, 30% of world exports), Germany ($159M) and the United States ($83M). World exports came to about $847M, 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 3D printer parts (HS 848590)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 848590 (the code used for 3D printer parts) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($187M, 25% of world imports), Germany ($83M) and China ($39M). World imports came to about $735M, 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.
Is the HS code for 3D printer parts the same in all countries?
The base HS code 848590 for 3D printer parts is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for 3D printer parts in Brazil?
In Brazil, 3D printer parts (HS 848590) is classified under NCM 8485.90.00.