Product classification
HS code for Central air conditioner: 8415.82
Air conditioning machines, containing a motor driven fan, other than window or wall types, incorporating a refrigerating unit.
Classification of central air conditioner under HS 8415.82
The classification of a central air conditioner under HS code 8415.82 is determined by its mechanical configuration and functional capacity. According to the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI), specifically GRI 1 and 6, products are classified based on the terms of the headings and subheadings. Heading 8415 covers air conditioning machines that comprise a motor-driven fan and elements for changing both temperature and humidity. Subheading 8415.82 is specifically designated for units that incorporate a refrigerating unit but are not designed for window or wall mounting (which are covered under 8415.10). Central air conditioning systems typically consist of a large-scale compressor, evaporator coils, and a blower system designed to distribute conditioned air through a network of ducts. These systems are distinct from simple fans or evaporative coolers because they utilize a closed-loop refrigeration cycle to actively remove heat from the indoor environment. The classification remains consistent whether the unit is a single-package system or a split-system, provided the components are presented together or meet the criteria for a functional unit under Section XVI Note 4.
- Covers
- Split-system central air conditioning units
- Packaged rooftop air conditioning units (RTUs)
- Ducted central cooling systems for residential use
- Commercial grade central air handlers with integrated refrigeration
- Year-round central air conditioning units without a reversing valve
- Also under 8415.82
- Trane Precedent
- York Affinity
- Lennox Energence
- Carrier AquaForce
- Liebert DSE
Codes often confused with 8415.82
Common mistake. Central air conditioners are frequently misclassified under HS code 8415.10, which is strictly reserved for window or wall-mounted units, often referred to as "through-the-wall" units. Another common error is using HS code 8415.81, which is specifically for units incorporating a reversing valve (heat pumps). If the central system only provides cooling and does not have a heat pump function, 8415.82 is the correct designation. Additionally, importers sometimes confuse these with industrial chillers under 8418, but 8415 is the primary heading when the intent is environmental air conditioning for human comfort.
Top exporters and importers of HS 841582 (the code used for central air conditioner), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 841582 (the code used for central air conditioner) in UN Comtrade data was Mexico, with 28% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 36% 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 841582, not only central air conditioner.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Mexico $1.9B 28% of world exports
- 2 China $1.2B 17% of world exports
- 3 United States $645M 9.4% of world exports
World total: $6.9B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $2.5B 36% of world imports
- 2 Canada $663M 9.7% of world imports
- 3 Germany $414M 6.1% of world imports
World total: $6.8B 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 central air conditioner
Brazil splits HS 8415.82 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 8415.82.10Other cooling-only AC, max 30,000 frigories/h
- 8415.82.90Other cooling-only AC, over 30,000 frigories/h
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about central air conditioner
What is the HS code for Central air conditioner?
The HS code for Central air conditioner is 841582 (Air conditioning machines; containing a motor driven fan, other than window or wall types, incorporating a refrigerating unit). The HS code for a central air conditioner that incorporates a refrigerating unit but is not a window or wall-mounted type is 8415.82.
How do I classify Central air conditioner for customs?
Central air conditioner is classified under HS code 841582 — Air conditioning machines; containing a motor driven fan, other than window or wall types, incorporating a refrigerating unit. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include units that also provide heating?
If the unit provides heating via a reversing valve (heat pump), it should be classified under 8415.81. If it uses electric resistance heat or a gas furnace component but the primary cooling is via a refrigerating unit, it may still fall under 8415.82 depending on the specific configuration.
Which countries are the top exporters of central air conditioner (HS 841582)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 841582 (the code used for central air conditioner) in UN Comtrade data were Mexico ($1.9B, 28% of world exports), China ($1.2B) and the United States ($645M). World exports came to about $6.9B, 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 central air conditioner (HS 841582)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 841582 (the code used for central air conditioner) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($2.5B, 36% of world imports), Canada ($663M) and Germany ($414M). World imports came to about $6.8B, 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.
Is the HS code for Central air conditioner the same in all countries?
The base HS code 841582 for Central air conditioner 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 central air conditioner in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 841582 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for central air conditioner depends on the product's details: 8415.82.10 (Other cooling-only AC, max 30,000 frigories/h), 8415.82.90 (Other cooling-only AC, over 30,000 frigories/h).