Product classification
HS code for Deep freezer: 8418.30
Freezers, of the chest type, not exceeding 800l capacity.
Classification of deep freezer under HS 8418.30
The classification of a deep freezer under HS code 8418.30 is determined by its mechanical function and physical configuration. According to the General Rules for the Interpretation (GRI) of the Harmonized System, products are classified based on their technical characteristics and intended use. Heading 8418 encompasses refrigerators, freezers, and other refrigerating or freezing equipment, whether electrical or otherwise. Subheading 8418.30 specifically isolates freezers of the chest type, which are characterized by a horizontal orientation and a top-opening lid rather than a front-opening door. Furthermore, this code is strictly restricted to units with a storage capacity not exceeding 800 liters. If the unit exceeds this capacity, it may still fall under 8418 but under a different subheading or be considered industrial equipment. The classification relies on the primary function of the device, which is the compression or absorption of refrigerant to maintain temperatures below freezing for food preservation, medical storage, or laboratory use. The presence of a compressor and an evaporator is a key technical requirement for this heading. Additionally, the unit must be designed to maintain a constant freezing temperature, distinguishing it from simple refrigerators that may have a small freezer compartment. The capacity measurement is based on the internal volume available for storage.
- Covers
- Household chest freezers
- Commercial horizontal deep freezers
- Laboratory chest freezers under 800L
- Compact top-loading freezers
- Ice cream chest storage units
- Also under 8418.30
- Whirlpool chest freezers
- Haier chest freezers
- Frigidaire chest freezers
- GE Appliances chest freezers
- Danby chest freezers
Codes often confused with 8418.30
Common mistake. Deep freezers are frequently confused with upright freezers, which are classified under HS code 8418.40. The primary distinction is the opening mechanism; 8418.30 is for chest types (top-opening), while 8418.40 is for upright types (front-opening). Additionally, large commercial units exceeding 800 liters may be misclassified here but should be moved to 8418.50 or 8418.69 depending on their display features or industrial application.
Top exporters and importers of HS 841830 (the code used for deep freezer), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 841830 (the code used for deep freezer) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 76% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 11% 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 841830, not only deep freezer.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $1.5B 76% of world exports
- 2 Türkiye $84M 4.1% of world exports
- 3 Denmark $56M 2.8% of world exports
World total: $2.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $222M 11% of world imports
- 2 Nigeria $85M 4.3% of world imports
- 3 Indonesia $70M 3.5% of world imports
World total: $2.0B 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 deep freezer
Brazil classifies deep freezer under NCM 8418.30.00: HS 8418.30 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about deep freezer
What is the HS code for Deep freezer?
The HS code for Deep freezer is 841830 (Freezers; of the chest type, not exceeding 800l capacity). The HS code for a chest-type deep freezer with a capacity not exceeding 800 liters is 8418.30.
How do I classify Deep freezer for customs?
Deep freezer is classified under HS code 841830 — Freezers; of the chest type, not exceeding 800l capacity. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include combined refrigerator-freezers?
No, combined refrigerator-freezers with separate external doors are classified under HS code 8418.10.
Which countries are the top exporters of deep freezer (HS 841830)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 841830 (the code used for deep freezer) in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.5B, 76% of world exports), Türkiye ($84M) and Denmark ($56M). World exports came to about $2.0B, 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 deep freezer (HS 841830)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 841830 (the code used for deep freezer) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($222M, 11% of world imports), Nigeria ($85M) and Indonesia ($70M). World imports came to about $2.0B, 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 Deep freezer the same in all countries?
The base HS code 841830 for Deep freezer 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 deep freezer in Brazil?
In Brazil, deep freezer (HS 841830) is classified under NCM 8418.30.00.