Product classification
HS code for Desktop offset printer: 8443.12
Printing machinery, offset, sheet-fed, office type (sheet size not exceeding 22 x 36cm in the unfolded state).
Classification of desktop offset printer under HS 8443.12
HS code 8443.12 is specifically designated for offset printing machinery that is sheet-fed and of the office type. The classification criteria are strictly defined by the mechanical process and the physical capacity of the machine. To fall under this code, the machine must utilize the offset process, where an inked image is transferred from a plate to a rubber blanket and then to the printing surface. Furthermore, the sheet size must not exceed 22 cm by 36 cm in an unfolded state. This size limitation is the primary factor that distinguishes office-type desktop offset printers from industrial-scale machinery. This classification follows the logic of Chapter 84, which organizes machinery by function and technical specifications. These machines are typically used for small-batch production of letterheads, envelopes, and business cards within an office or small print-shop environment.
- Covers
- Small-scale sheet-fed offset presses
- Tabletop offset duplicators
- Office-type offset printing machines
- Compact sheet-fed offset printers for envelopes
- Also under 8443.12
- Ryobi 3302M
- Hamada C248
- AB Dick 9800 series
- Multilith 1250
- Heidelberg Printmaster QM 46
Codes often confused with 8443.12
Common mistake. The most common misclassification occurs with HS code 8443.32, which covers modern inkjet and laser printers. While these are also "office printers," they do not use the offset process. Another error involves HS code 8443.11, which is for reel-fed offset printing machinery, or 8443.13, which covers larger sheet-fed offset printers that handle paper sizes exceeding the 22 x 36 cm limit. Importers must verify the maximum sheet dimensions and the specific printing technology (offset vs. digital) before assigning this code.
Top exporters and importers of HS 844312 (the code used for desktop offset printer), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 844312 (the code used for desktop offset printer) in UN Comtrade data was Thailand, with 37% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United Arab Emirates, with about 24% 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 844312, not only desktop offset printer.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Thailand $8.7M 37% of world exports
- 2 United States $5.4M 23% of world exports
- 3 Germany $1.8M 7.6% of world exports
World total: $24M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United Arab Emirates* ~$5.2M 24% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 Egypt $3.4M 15% of world imports
- 3 India $2.6M 12% of world imports
World total: $22M 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 desktop offset printer
Brazil classifies desktop offset printer under NCM 8443.12.00: HS 8443.12 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about desktop offset printer
What is the HS code for Desktop offset printer?
The HS code for Desktop offset printer is 844312 (Printing machinery; offset, sheet-fed, office type (sheet size not exceeding 22 x 36cm in the unfolded state)). The HS code for a desktop-sized, sheet-fed offset printer (max 22x36 cm) is 8443.12.
How do I classify Desktop offset printer for customs?
Desktop offset printer is classified under HS code 844312 — Printing machinery; offset, sheet-fed, office type (sheet size not exceeding 22 x 36cm in the unfolded state). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include digital office printers?
No, digital printers such as laser or inkjet models are classified under 8443.31 or 8443.32, depending on their multi-function capabilities.
Which countries are the top exporters of desktop offset printer (HS 844312)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 844312 (the code used for desktop offset printer) in UN Comtrade data were Thailand ($8.7M, 37% of world exports), the United States ($5.4M) and Germany ($1.8M). World exports came to about $24M, 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 desktop offset printer (HS 844312)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 844312 (the code used for desktop offset printer) in UN Comtrade data were the United Arab Emirates (about $5.2M, 24% of world imports), Egypt ($3.4M) and India ($2.6M). World imports came to about $22M, 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 Desktop offset printer the same in all countries?
The base HS code 844312 for Desktop offset printer 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 desktop offset printer in Brazil?
In Brazil, desktop offset printer (HS 844312) is classified under NCM 8443.12.00.