Product classification
HS code for Clothes dryer: 8451.21
Drying machines, of a dry linen capacity not exceeding 10kg.
Classification of clothes dryer under HS 8451.21
The classification of clothes dryers under HS code 8451.21 is based on the machine's function and its specific capacity. Chapter 84 encompasses nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery, and mechanical appliances. Heading 8451 specifically addresses machinery for washing, cleaning, wringing, drying, ironing, pressing, bleaching, dyeing, dressing, finishing, coating, or impregnating textile yarns, fabrics, or made-up textile articles. Subheading 8451.21 is strictly reserved for drying machines with a dry linen capacity not exceeding 10 kilograms. This typically includes standard household tumble dryers, whether they are vented, condenser, or heat pump models. The distinction is made based on the weight capacity to separate domestic appliances from large-scale industrial equipment used in commercial laundries or textile manufacturing. The classification requires the machine to be dedicated to the drying process. If a machine performs both washing and drying, it is generally classified under heading 8450. Importers must ensure that the technical specifications of the dryer, particularly the drum capacity and the intended use, align with the 10kg threshold to avoid customs delays and incorrect duty assessments.
- Covers
- Household tumble dryers
- Electric clothes dryers (under 10kg)
- Gas-powered clothes dryers (under 10kg)
- Condenser dryers for domestic use
- Heat pump dryers for domestic use
- Also under 8451.21
- Bosch Series 6 dryer
- Samsung DV5000T dryer
- LG DLEX3900W dryer
- Miele T1 Classic dryer
- Whirlpool Cabrio dryer.
Codes often confused with 8451.21
Common mistake. The most frequent misclassification occurs with HS code 8450.20 or 8450.11, which are for household washing machines. If a machine is a "washer-dryer" combo, it belongs in 8450. Additionally, industrial dryers with a capacity exceeding 10kg must be classified under 8451.29, which carries different regulatory requirements.
Top exporters and importers of HS 845121 (the code used for clothes dryer), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 845121 (the code used for clothes dryer) in UN Comtrade data was Poland, with 27% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, 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 845121, not only clothes dryer.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Poland $980M 27% of world exports
- 2 China $741M 20% of world exports
- 3 Türkiye $642M 18% of world exports
World total: $3.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $651M 16% of world imports
- 2 United States $465M 11% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $327M 7.8% of world imports
World total: $4.2B 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 clothes dryer
Brazil classifies clothes dryer under NCM 8451.21.00: HS 8451.21 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about clothes dryer
What is the HS code for Clothes dryer?
The HS code for Clothes dryer is 845121 (Drying machines; of a dry linen capacity not exceeding 10kg). For a standard household clothes dryer with a capacity of 10kg or less, the correct HS code is 8451.21.
How do I classify Clothes dryer for customs?
Clothes dryer is classified under HS code 845121 — Drying machines; of a dry linen capacity not exceeding 10kg. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are spin dryers classified under this code?
No, centrifugal spin dryers are typically classified under HS code 8421.12, as they rely on centrifugal force rather than thermal drying processes.
Which countries are the top exporters of clothes dryer (HS 845121)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 845121 (the code used for clothes dryer) in UN Comtrade data were Poland ($980M, 27% of world exports), China ($741M) and Türkiye ($642M). World exports came to about $3.6B, 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.
Which countries are the top importers of clothes dryer (HS 845121)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 845121 (the code used for clothes dryer) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($651M, 16% of world imports), the United States ($465M) and the United Kingdom ($327M). World imports came to about $4.2B, 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 Clothes dryer the same in all countries?
The base HS code 845121 for Clothes dryer 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 clothes dryer in Brazil?
In Brazil, clothes dryer (HS 845121) is classified under NCM 8451.21.00.