Product classification

HS code for Desk fan: 8414.51

Fans, table, floor, wall, window, ceiling or roof fans, with a self-contained electric motor of an output not exceeding 125W.

Classification of desk fan under HS 8414.51

Desk fans are classified under HS code 8414.51. This classification falls within Chapter 84, which covers machinery and mechanical appliances. Heading 8414 is dedicated to air or vacuum pumps, air or other gas compressors, and fans. Subheading 8414.51 specifically targets table, floor, wall, window, ceiling, or roof fans that incorporate a self-contained electric motor with an output not exceeding 125 watts. Desk fans are quintessential examples of this category, as they are designed for localized cooling and typically operate at low power levels. The classification is determined by the primary function of the device—moving air for ventilation or cooling—and its integrated electrical components. Whether the fan is powered by a standard wall outlet or a USB port, it remains under this code as long as the motor is self-contained and the wattage remains below the 125W threshold. This classification follows GRI 1 and GRI 6, ensuring that the specific power and mounting type are accounted for.

Covers
  • Electric desk fans
  • USB-powered table fans
  • Oscillating personal fans
  • Portable mini fans with electric motors
  • Small battery-operated cooling fans
Also under 8414.51
  • Dyson Pure Cool
  • Vornado 630
  • Lasko 20" Box Fan
  • Hunter Ceiling Fan (small models)
  • Honeywell TurboForce

Codes often confused with 8414.51

Common mistake. Desk fans are often confused with HS code 8414.59, which is the category for other fans, including industrial fans or those with a motor output exceeding 125 watts. It is vital to verify the wattage of the motor to avoid this error. Another common misclassification is HS code 8415.10, which covers air conditioning machines. While both provide cooling, a fan only moves air, whereas an air conditioner changes the temperature and humidity of the air. Additionally, fans that are part of a computer or electronic housing may sometimes be misclassified as parts of those machines (Chapter 84 or 85), but if they are imported as standalone cooling units, 8414.51 is correct.

8414.59Fans; n.e.c. in item no. 8414.518415.10Air conditioning machines; comprising a motor-driven fan and elements for changing the temperature and humidity, of a kind designed to be fixed to a window, wall, ceiling or floor, self-contained or split-system

Top exporters and importers of HS 841451 (the code used for desk fan), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 841451 (the code used for desk fan) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 81% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 29% 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 841451, not only desk fan.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 China $6.4B
  2. 2 Mexico $160M
  3. 3 Malaysia $123M

World total: $7.9B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 United States $1.8B
  2. 2 Japan $271M
  3. 3 South Korea $209M

World total: $6.1B 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 desk fan

Brazil splits HS 8414.51 into 3 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.

Questions about desk fan

What is the HS code for Desk fan?

The HS code for Desk fan is 841451 (Fans; table, floor, wall, window, ceiling or roof fans, with a self-contained electric motor of an output not exceeding 125W). The HS code for a desk fan with a self-contained electric motor under 125W is 8414.51.

How do I classify Desk fan for customs?

Desk fan is classified under HS code 841451 — Fans; table, floor, wall, window, ceiling or roof fans, with a self-contained electric motor of an output not exceeding 125W. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

Does this code include battery-operated fans?

Yes, as long as the fan has a self-contained electric motor and is intended for table or desk use, it falls under 8414.51 regardless of the power source.

Which countries are the top exporters of desk fan (HS 841451)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 841451 (the code used for desk fan) in UN Comtrade data were China ($6.4B, 81% of world exports), Mexico ($160M) and Malaysia ($123M). World exports came to about $7.9B, 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 desk fan (HS 841451)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 841451 (the code used for desk fan) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($1.8B, 29% of world imports), Japan ($271M) and South Korea ($209M). World imports came to about $6.1B, 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 Desk fan the same in all countries?

The base HS code 841451 for Desk fan 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 desk fan in Brazil?

Brazil splits HS 841451 into 3 NCM codes, so the right one for desk fan depends on the product's details: 8414.51.10 (Table fans, motor 125 W or less), 8414.51.20 (Ceiling fans, motor 125 W or less), 8414.51.90 (Floor, wall, window, roof fans, 125 W or less).