Product classification
HS code for AC compressor: 8414.30
Compressors, of a kind used in refrigerating equipment.
Classification of AC compressor under HS 8414.30
The classification of an AC compressor under HS code 8414.30 is determined by its specific design and function as a gas compressor intended for use in refrigerating or air conditioning equipment. According to the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) 1 and 6, products are classified based on the terms of the headings and any relative section or chapter notes. Heading 8414 covers air or vacuum pumps, air or other gas compressors, and fans. Subheading 8414.30 specifically isolates compressors of a kind used in refrigerating equipment. This includes compressors that circulate refrigerant through a cooling system by increasing the pressure of the vaporized refrigerant. The classification remains consistent whether the compressor is imported as a standalone component for repair or as an OEM part for assembly into larger HVAC systems, provided it retains the essential character of a refrigeration compressor. These devices are typically hermetically sealed to prevent refrigerant leakage, a key identifying feature for customs authorities. The technical distinction lies in the ability to handle specific refrigerants like R-134a or R-410A, which differentiates them from general-purpose air compressors used for pneumatic tools. This technical specificity ensures that the components are tracked accurately for environmental regulations regarding refrigerant gases.
- Covers
- Hermetic reciprocating compressors
- Semi-hermetic compressors for refrigeration
- Scroll compressors for air conditioning units
- Rotary compressors for cooling systems
- Screw compressors for industrial chillers
- Also under 8414.30
- Danfoss Performer
- Copeland Scroll
- Embraco Fullmotion
- Bitzer ECOLINE
- Panasonic Rotary
Codes often confused with 8414.30
Common mistake. AC compressors are frequently misclassified under HS code 8414.80, which covers general air compressors. While both are compressors, 8414.30 is a specific provision for refrigeration-type compressors and takes precedence. Another common error is using 8415.90, which is for parts of air conditioning machines; however, because compressors are specifically named in heading 8414, they must be classified there according to Note 2(a) to Section XVI.
Top exporters and importers of HS 841430 (the code used for AC compressor), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 841430 (the code used for AC compressor) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 36% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 17% 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 841430, not only AC compressor.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $6.1B 36% of world exports
- 2 Germany $1.6B 9.3% of world exports
- 3 Japan $1.6B 9.2% of world exports
World total: $16.9B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $2.8B 17% of world imports
- 2 Mexico $1.4B 8.5% of world imports
- 3 Germany $1.0B 6.1% of world imports
World total: $16.6B 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 AC compressor
Brazil splits HS 8414.30 into 4 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 8414.30.11Hermetic compressors, under 4,700 frigories/h
- 8414.30.19Hermetic compressors, 4,700 frigories/h or more
- 8414.30.91Other cooling compressors, max 16,000 frigories/h
- 8414.30.99Other cooling compressors, over 16,000 frigories/h
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about AC compressor
What is the HS code for AC compressor?
The HS code for AC compressor is 841430 (Compressors; of a kind used in refrigerating equipment). The primary HS code for an AC compressor used in refrigerating or air conditioning equipment is 8414.30.
How do I classify AC compressor for customs?
AC compressor is classified under HS code 841430 — Compressors; of a kind used in refrigerating equipment. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does the HS code change for automotive AC compressors?
No, even if used in a vehicle, a compressor designed for refrigeration or air conditioning is generally classified under 8414.30 rather than as a vehicle part in Chapter 87.
Which countries are the top exporters of AC compressor (HS 841430)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 841430 (the code used for AC compressor) in UN Comtrade data were China ($6.1B, 36% of world exports), Germany ($1.6B) and Japan ($1.6B). World exports came to about $16.9B, 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 AC compressor (HS 841430)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 841430 (the code used for AC compressor) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($2.8B, 17% of world imports), Mexico ($1.4B) and Germany ($1.0B). World imports came to about $16.6B, 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 AC compressor the same in all countries?
The base HS code 841430 for AC compressor 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 AC compressor in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 841430 into 4 NCM codes, so the right one for AC compressor depends on the product's details: 8414.30.11 (Hermetic compressors, under 4,700 frigories/h), 8414.30.19 (Hermetic compressors, 4,700 frigories/h or more), 8414.30.91 (Other cooling compressors, max 16,000 frigories/h), 8414.30.99 (Other cooling compressors, over 16,000 frigories/h).