Product classification
HS code for Ceramic capacitors: 8532.23
Electrical capacitors, fixed, ceramic dielectric, single layer.
Classification of ceramic capacitors under HS 8532.23
Ceramic capacitors are classified under heading 8532, which encompasses electrical capacitors, whether fixed, variable, or adjustable. The specific subheading 8532.23 is reserved for fixed capacitors that utilize a ceramic dielectric and are of a single-layer construction. The classification logic follows the component's electrical function and its physical composition. Ceramic dielectrics are favored for their stability and low-loss characteristics in high-frequency applications. The distinction between single-layer and multilayer is critical in the HS nomenclature, as multilayer ceramic capacitors (MLCCs) are categorized separately. To qualify for 8532.23, the capacitor must consist of a single ceramic layer between two metallic electrodes. This code is typically applied to disc-style capacitors or small tubular capacitors used in basic electronic filtering, decoupling, and bypass tasks. The classification is governed by the material of the dielectric (ceramic) and the physical architecture (single layer), ensuring that these components are distinguished from those using tantalum, aluminum, or plastic film dielectrics.
- Covers
- Single-layer ceramic disc capacitors
- Ceramic tube capacitors
- High-voltage single-layer ceramic capacitors
- Fixed ceramic dielectric capacitors (single layer)
- Ceramic power capacitors (single layer)
- Also under 8532.23
- Murata Ceramic Capacitors
- TDK Ceramic Capacitors
- KEMET Ceramic Capacitors
- Vishay Ceramic Capacitors
Codes often confused with 8532.23
Common mistake. The most frequent misclassification occurs with HS code 8532.24, which is the specific code for multilayer ceramic capacitors (MLCCs). While both use ceramic dielectrics, the internal structure differs significantly. Additionally, importers sometimes mistakenly use 8532.10, which is reserved for fixed capacitors designed for use in 50/60 Hz circuits with a reactive power-handling capacity of not less than 0.5 kvar.
Top exporters and importers of HS 853223 (the code used for ceramic capacitors), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 853223 (the code used for ceramic capacitors) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 20% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Mexico, with 16% 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 853223, not only ceramic capacitors.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $99M 20% of world exports
- 2 Hong Kong $67M 13% of world exports
- 3 Thailand $52M 10% of world exports
World total: $500M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Mexico $96M 16% of world imports
- 2 China $81M 13% of world imports
- 3 Hong Kong $54M 8.9% of world imports
World total: $613M 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 ceramic capacitors
Brazil splits HS 8532.23 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 8532.23.10SMD single-layer ceramic capacitors
- 8532.23.90Other single-layer ceramic capacitors
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about ceramic capacitors
What is the HS code for Ceramic capacitors?
The HS code for Ceramic capacitors is 853223 (Electrical capacitors; fixed, ceramic dielectric, single layer). The HS code for fixed, single-layer ceramic capacitors is 8532.23. If the capacitor is multilayer, it must be classified under 8532.24.
How do I classify Ceramic capacitors for customs?
Ceramic capacitors is classified under HS code 853223 — Electrical capacitors; fixed, ceramic dielectric, single layer. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are variable ceramic capacitors included here?
No, variable or adjustable capacitors, regardless of the dielectric material, are classified under HS code 8532.30.
Which countries are the top exporters of ceramic capacitors (HS 853223)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 853223 (the code used for ceramic capacitors) in UN Comtrade data were China ($99M, 20% of world exports), Hong Kong ($67M) and Thailand ($52M). World exports came to about $500M, 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 ceramic capacitors (HS 853223)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 853223 (the code used for ceramic capacitors) in UN Comtrade data were Mexico ($96M, 16% of world imports), China ($81M) and Hong Kong ($54M). World imports came to about $613M, 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 Ceramic capacitors the same in all countries?
The base HS code 853223 for Ceramic capacitors 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 ceramic capacitors in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 853223 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for ceramic capacitors depends on the product's details: 8532.23.10 (SMD single-layer ceramic capacitors), 8532.23.90 (Other single-layer ceramic capacitors).