Product classification

HS code for Domestic sewing machine: 8452.10

Sewing machines, of the household type.

Classification of domestic sewing machine under HS 8452.10

Domestic sewing machines are classified under HS code 8452.10. Heading 8452 encompasses all sewing machines, but it is subdivided based on the intended use and technical specifications of the equipment. Subheading 8452.10 is specifically for "sewing machines of the household type." The classification is determined by the machine's design, which typically includes a lower power motor, lighter weight, and features intended for intermittent use by individuals rather than continuous industrial production. Many customs jurisdictions define "household type" by weight, often setting a limit such as 16kg or 20kg (including the motor and case). If a machine exceeds these parameters or is designed for specialized industrial tasks, it is excluded from this code.

Covers
  • Portable domestic sewing machines
  • Electronic and computerized home sewing machines
  • Mechanical household sewing machines
  • Domestic embroidery machines (not for industrial use)
  • Overlockers or sergers designed for home use
Also under 8452.10
  • Singer Tradition
  • Brother CS6000i
  • Janome HD3000
  • Juki HZL-F600
  • Bernina 3 Series
  • Pfaff Ambition

Codes often confused with 8452.10

Common mistake. The most common misclassification is with HS code 8452.21 or 8452.29, which are for industrial sewing machines. Industrial machines are usually sold without a stand or motor (to be integrated into a factory table) and are built for high-speed, 24-hour operation. Another error involves HS code 8452.30, which is for sewing machine needles; needles must be classified separately even if they are intended for domestic machines.

8452.21Sewing machines; (not household type), automatic units8452.29Sewing machines; not household or automatic unit type8452.30Sewing machine needles

Top exporters and importers of HS 845210 (the code used for domestic sewing machine), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 845210 (the code used for domestic sewing machine) in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 38% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 23% 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 845210, not only domestic sewing machine.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 Vietnam* ~$473M
  2. 2 China $234M
  3. 3 Taiwan* ~$138M

World total: $1.2B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 United States $248M
  2. 2 Germany $147M
  3. 3 Poland $52M

World total: $1.1B 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 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. UN Comtrade records Taiwan as "Other Asia, not elsewhere specified". Saudi Arabia's exports under that code are left out: they are far too large to be trade with Taiwan, so mostly undisclosed partners. 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 domestic sewing machine

Brazil classifies domestic sewing machine under NCM 8452.10.00: HS 8452.10 with 00 added.

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

Questions about domestic sewing machine

What is the HS code for Domestic sewing machine?

The HS code for Domestic sewing machine is 845210 (Sewing machines; of the household type). The HS code for household-type sewing machines is 8452.10.

How do I classify Domestic sewing machine for customs?

Domestic sewing machine is classified under HS code 845210 — Sewing machines; of the household type. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

How do I distinguish between a domestic and industrial machine for customs?

The distinction is usually based on weight (typically under 16-20kg for domestic) and the presence of a built-in motor and carrying case, whereas industrial machines are heavy, high-speed, and often lack a built-in motor.

Which countries are the top exporters of domestic sewing machine (HS 845210)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 845210 (the code used for domestic sewing machine) in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $473M, 38% of world exports), China ($234M) and Taiwan (about $138M). World exports came to about $1.2B, 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 domestic sewing machine (HS 845210)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 845210 (the code used for domestic sewing machine) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($248M, 23% of world imports), Germany ($147M) and Poland ($52M). World imports came to about $1.1B, 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 Domestic sewing machine the same in all countries?

The base HS code 845210 for Domestic sewing machine 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 domestic sewing machine in Brazil?

In Brazil, domestic sewing machine (HS 845210) is classified under NCM 8452.10.00.