Product classification

HS code for Bakery machine: 8438.10

Machinery, industrial, for bakery and for the manufacture of macaroni, spaghetti or similar products.

Classification of bakery machine under HS 8438.10

Machinery specifically designed for industrial bakery operations, including the manufacture of bread, cakes, pastries, and similar products, is classified under Harmonized System (HS) code 843810. This code also encompasses machinery for the production of macaroni, spaghetti, and other pasta products. The classification is based on the primary function and industrial application of these machines, distinguishing them from general-purpose food processing equipment or domestic appliances. The scope of 843810 is precise, focusing on equipment integral to large-scale production within the bakery and pasta industries, ensuring consistent and efficient manufacturing processes.

Covers
  • Industrial dough mixers
  • Dough dividers and rounders
  • Bread moulders and proofers
  • Industrial baking ovens (e.g., tunnel ovens, rack ovens)
  • Pastry sheeters and laminators
  • Cookie and biscuit depositors
  • Pasta extruders and dryers
Also under 8438.10
  • WP Bakery Technologies ovens
  • Rademaker dough lines
  • Pavan pasta extruders
  • Rondo dough processing machines
  • Diosna industrial mixers

Codes often confused with 8438.10

Common mistake. Misclassification often arises due to the broad nature of food processing equipment. One common point of confusion is with HS 841981, which covers "Machinery for making hot drinks or cooking or heating food." This code typically applies to commercial catering equipment or smaller-scale food preparation units, not the industrial-grade machinery used in large bakeries. The distinction lies in the scale of operation and the specific industrial manufacturing processes involved. Another potential misclassification is with HS 843880, "Other machinery for the industrial preparation or manufacture of food or drink, not specified or included elsewhere." While related, 843810 is a more specific subheading for bakery and pasta machinery, and 843880 should only be used when a more precise code within 8438 is unavailable, such as for industrial meat processing or fruit juice production equipment.

8419.81Machinery, plant and equipment; for making hot drinks, for cooking or heating food8438.80Machinery; used in the industrial preparation or manufacture of food or drink, n.e.c. in heading no. 843884.38Machinery n.e.c. in this chapter, for the industrial preparation or manufacture of food or drink; other than machinery for extraction or preparation of animal or fixed vegetable or microbial fats or oils

Top exporters and importers of HS 843810 (the code used for bakery machine), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 843810 (the code used for bakery machine) in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 31% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 11% of world imports. Mexico reports $120M of its heading 8438 imports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top importers.

Figures cover everything classified under HS 843810, not only bakery machine.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 Italy $1.1B
  2. 2 China $456M
  3. 3 Netherlands $325M

World total: $3.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 United States $391M
  2. 2 United Kingdom $166M
  3. 3 Poland $134M

Mexico reports $120M of its heading 8438 imports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top importers.

World total: $3.6B 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 code for bakery machine

Brazil classifies bakery machine under NCM 8438.10.00: HS 8438.10 with 00 added.

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.

Questions about bakery machine

What is the HS code for Bakery machine?

The HS code for Bakery machine is 843810 (Machinery; industrial, for bakery and for the manufacture of macaroni, spaghetti or similar products).

How do I classify Bakery machine for customs?

Bakery machine is classified under HS code 843810 — Machinery; industrial, for bakery and for the manufacture of macaroni, spaghetti or similar products. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

What is the HS code for an industrial bakery machine?

The HS code for an industrial bakery machine is 843810. This classification specifically covers machinery used in the industrial production of bakery products, including bread, cakes, pastries, and similar items, as well as machinery for manufacturing macaroni, spaghetti, or other pasta products.

What distinguishes industrial bakery machinery from commercial kitchen equipment for classification?

Industrial bakery machinery is classified under HS 843810 due to its dedicated function in large-scale production. Commercial kitchen equipment, such as ovens or mixers for restaurants, might fall under codes like 841981 or 843880, or other chapters depending on their primary function and scale. The key differentiator for 843810 is the industrial scale and specialized function for bakery and pasta production.

Which countries are the top exporters of bakery machine (HS 843810)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 843810 (the code used for bakery machine) in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($1.1B, 31% of world exports), China ($456M) and the Netherlands ($325M). World exports came to about $3.7B, 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 bakery machine (HS 843810)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 843810 (the code used for bakery machine) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($391M, 11% of world imports), the United Kingdom ($166M) and Poland ($134M). World imports came to about $3.6B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Mexico reports $120M of its heading 8438 imports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top importers.

Is the HS code for Bakery machine the same in all countries?

The base HS code 843810 for Bakery machine 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 bakery machine in Brazil?

In Brazil, bakery machine (HS 843810) is classified under NCM 8438.10.00.