Product classification
HS code for Disinfectant sprayer: 8424.89
Mechanical appliances, for projecting, dispersing or spraying liquids or powders, for other than agricultural or horticultural use, whether or not hand-operated.
Classification of disinfectant sprayer under HS 8424.89
A disinfectant sprayer is classified under HS code 8424.89. This classification is based on the mechanical nature of the device and its function of dispersing liquids. Heading 8424 covers mechanical appliances, whether or not hand-operated, for projecting, dispersing, or spraying liquids or powders. Since a disinfectant sprayer uses a mechanism—such as a pump, pressurized vessel, or electric motor—to aerosolize or spray liquid disinfectant, it meets the criteria for this heading. Subheading 8424.89 is a residual category for "other" mechanical appliances that are not specifically designed for agricultural or horticultural use. This classification follows GRI 1, which identifies the machine by its function, and GRI 6, which selects the appropriate subheading based on the application of the sprayer in non-agricultural environments like hospitals, offices, or homes.
- Covers
- Hand-held electric disinfectant foggers
- Backpack-style disinfectant sprayers (non-agricultural)
- Electrostatic disinfectant sprayers
- Battery-operated sanitizing sprayers
- Compressed air disinfectant spray systems
- Also under 8424.89
- Graco Xtreme Mix
- Titan Impact 440
- Victory Innovations VP200ES
- Binks MX412
- Hilti DPC 20
Codes often confused with 8424.89
Common mistake. Disinfectant sprayers are often misclassified under HS code 8424.41 or 8424.49, which are reserved for agricultural or horticultural sprayers. The distinction lies in the design and intended use; sprayers for sanitation are generally categorized under 8424.89. They may also be confused with 8509 (electro-mechanical domestic appliances), but because the primary function is the projection of liquid, heading 8424 takes precedence according to the Section XVI notes.
Top exporters and importers of HS 842489 (the code used for disinfectant sprayer), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 842489 (the code used for disinfectant sprayer) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 30% 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 842489, not only disinfectant sprayer.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $2.1B 30% of world exports
- 2 Germany $1.4B 20% of world exports
- 3 United States $620M 8.7% of world exports
World total: $7.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $748M 11% of world imports
- 2 China $504M 7.5% of world imports
- 3 Germany $387M 5.7% of world imports
World total: $6.7B 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 disinfectant sprayer
Brazil splits HS 8424.89 into 3 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 8424.89.10Aerosol valve assemblies for containers
- 8424.89.20Automatic tyre lubricant sprayers
- 8424.89.90Other liquid or powder spraying appliances
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about disinfectant sprayer
What is the HS code for Disinfectant sprayer?
The HS code for Disinfectant sprayer is 842489 (Mechanical appliances; for projecting, dispersing or spraying liquids or powders, for other than agricultural or horticultural use, whether or not hand-operated). The HS code for a mechanical disinfectant sprayer, not for agricultural use, is 8424.89.
How do I classify Disinfectant sprayer for customs?
Disinfectant sprayer is classified under HS code 842489 — Mechanical appliances; for projecting, dispersing or spraying liquids or powders, for other than agricultural or horticultural use, whether or not hand-operated. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is a simple plastic trigger spray bottle classified here?
No, a simple plastic bottle with a manual trigger spray head is usually classified under 3923.30 (plastic containers) or 3926.90, as it lacks the complex mechanical assembly of appliances in heading 8424.
Which countries are the top exporters of disinfectant sprayer (HS 842489)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 842489 (the code used for disinfectant sprayer) in UN Comtrade data were China ($2.1B, 30% of world exports), Germany ($1.4B) and the United States ($620M). World exports came to about $7.1B, 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.
Which countries are the top importers of disinfectant sprayer (HS 842489)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 842489 (the code used for disinfectant sprayer) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($748M, 11% of world imports), China ($504M) and Germany ($387M). World imports came to about $6.7B, 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 Disinfectant sprayer the same in all countries?
The base HS code 842489 for Disinfectant sprayer 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 disinfectant sprayer in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 842489 into 3 NCM codes, so the right one for disinfectant sprayer depends on the product's details: 8424.89.10 (Aerosol valve assemblies for containers), 8424.89.20 (Automatic tyre lubricant sprayers), 8424.89.90 (Other liquid or powder spraying appliances).