Product classification
HS code for Coffee grinder: 8509.80
Electro-mechanical domestic appliances, with self-contained electric motor, other than vacuum cleaners of heading 85.08, n.e.c. in heading no. 8509.
Classification of coffee grinder under HS 8509.80
The classification of an electric coffee grinder falls under HS code 8509.80, which covers electro-mechanical domestic appliances with a self-contained electric motor. This classification is determined by the primary function of the device and its intended use within a household environment. According to the Explanatory Notes to the Harmonized System, heading 8509 includes appliances that are typically used in the home, provided they weigh 20 kg or less. The inclusion of a self-contained electric motor is the defining technical characteristic that separates these items from manual kitchen tools. If the grinder is designed for industrial or commercial use, such as those found in large-scale roasting facilities, it would be excluded from this heading and moved to Chapter 84. The classification process involves evaluating the power source, the capacity of the motor, and the physical dimensions of the unit to ensure it meets the criteria for domestic application. General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) 1 and 6 are applied here. GRI 1 dictates that classification is determined by the terms of the headings and any relative section or chapter notes. Since 8509 specifically mentions electro-mechanical domestic appliances with a self-contained motor, the coffee grinder fits perfectly. GRI 6 allows for the classification at the subheading level. It is also important to distinguish these from appliances in heading 8438, which are for the industrial preparation of food or drink. Domestic grinders are characterized by their smaller size and limited duty cycle compared to their industrial counterparts.
- Covers
- Electric burr coffee grinders for home use
- Blade-style electric coffee grinders
- Domestic spice and coffee combination grinders
- Small-scale electric espresso grinders
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Codes often confused with 8509.80
Common mistake. Coffee grinders are frequently confused with manual grinders classified under 8210.00, which covers non-electric hand-operated mechanical appliances. Additionally, commercial-grade grinders used in cafes or factories are classified under 8438.80 as industrial machinery. Some multi-purpose food processors that include a grinding attachment may be classified under 8509.40 instead of 8509.80.
Top exporters and importers of HS 850980 (the code used for coffee grinder), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 850980 (the code used for coffee grinder) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 58% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 15% 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 850980, not only coffee grinder.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $7.5B 58% of world exports
- 2 Germany $1.4B 11% of world exports
- 3 Netherlands $779M 6.0% of world exports
World total: $12.9B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $1.5B 15% of world imports
- 2 Germany $1.4B 14% of world imports
- 3 Poland $652M 6.3% of world imports
World total: $10.3B 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 coffee grinder
Brazil splits HS 8509.80 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 8509.80.10Electric floor polishers
- 8509.80.90Other electromechanical domestic appliances
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about coffee grinder
What is the HS code for Coffee grinder?
The HS code for Coffee grinder is 850980 (Electro-mechanical domestic appliances; with self-contained electric motor, other than vacuum cleaners of heading 85.08, n.e.c. in heading no. 8509). The HS code for a domestic electric coffee grinder is 8509.80.
How do I classify Coffee grinder for customs?
Coffee grinder is classified under HS code 850980 — Electro-mechanical domestic appliances; with self-contained electric motor, other than vacuum cleaners of heading 85.08, n.e.c. in heading no. 8509. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is a manual coffee grinder classified under the same code?
No, manual or hand-cranked coffee grinders are classified under HS code 8210.00 because they do not contain an electric motor.
Which countries are the top exporters of coffee grinder (HS 850980)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 850980 (the code used for coffee grinder) in UN Comtrade data were China ($7.5B, 58% of world exports), Germany ($1.4B) and the Netherlands ($779M). World exports came to about $12.9B, 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 coffee grinder (HS 850980)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 850980 (the code used for coffee grinder) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($1.5B, 15% of world imports), Germany ($1.4B) and Poland ($652M). World imports came to about $10.3B, 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 Coffee grinder the same in all countries?
The base HS code 850980 for Coffee grinder 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 coffee grinder in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 850980 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for coffee grinder depends on the product's details: 8509.80.10 (Electric floor polishers), 8509.80.90 (Other electromechanical domestic appliances).