Product classification
HS code for Electric drill: 8467.21
Tools, for working in the hand, with self-contained electric motor, drills of all kinds.
Classification of electric drill under HS 8467.21
Electric drills are classified under HS code 8467.21. This code is situated within Chapter 84, which encompasses nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery, and mechanical appliances. Specifically, heading 8467 covers tools for working in the hand, pneumatic, hydraulic, or with a self-contained electric or non-electric motor. The classification under 8467.21 is precise because it specifies drills of all kinds that possess a self-contained electric motor. To qualify for this heading, the tool must be designed to be held in the hand during operation. This distinguishes it from stationary machine tools that are mounted on a pedestal or bolted to a workbench. The \"self-contained\" aspect refers to the motor being an integral part of the tool's assembly, rather than being driven by a separate, external power unit via a flexible shaft. This classification applies to both corded models and battery-operated cordless models, as the battery is considered part of the self-contained power system for the purpose of hand-held tool classification.
- Covers
- Cordless portable drills
- Pistol-grip electric drills
- Hammer drills (hand-held)
- Impact drills
- Right-angle electric drills
- Also under 8467.21
- DeWalt DCD771
- Makita XFD131
- Bosch GSB 18V-55
- Milwaukee M18 FUEL
- Ryobi P208
Codes often confused with 8467.21
Common mistake. A common error is classifying hand-held drills under HS code 8459.29, which is reserved for stationary drilling machines. The defining factor is portability; if the machine is not designed to be held in the hand while working, it cannot stay in 8467. Another misclassification occurs with HS code 8501, which covers electric motors. While the drill contains a motor, the finished tool must be classified according to its function as a hand tool under 8467.
Top exporters and importers of HS 846721 (the code used for electric drill), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 846721 (the code used for electric drill) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 51% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 13% 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 846721, not only electric drill.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $2.4B 51% of world exports
- 2 Germany $422M 8.8% of world exports
- 3 Romania $288M 6.0% of world exports
World total: $4.8B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $578M 13% of world imports
- 2 Germany $453M 10% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $243M 5.6% of world imports
World total: $4.4B 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 electric drill
Brazil classifies electric drill under NCM 8467.21.00: HS 8467.21 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about electric drill
What is the HS code for Electric drill?
The HS code for Electric drill is 846721 (Tools; for working in the hand, with self-contained electric motor; drills of all kinds). The HS code for hand-held electric drills is 8467.21, covering all types of portable electric drilling tools.
How do I classify Electric drill for customs?
Electric drill is classified under HS code 846721 — Tools; for working in the hand, with self-contained electric motor; drills of all kinds. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include cordless battery-powered drills?
Yes, cordless drills are classified under 8467.21 because they are hand-held tools with a self-contained electric motor, regardless of the power source.
Which countries are the top exporters of electric drill (HS 846721)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 846721 (the code used for electric drill) in UN Comtrade data were China ($2.4B, 51% of world exports), Germany ($422M) and Romania ($288M). World exports came to about $4.8B, 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 electric drill (HS 846721)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 846721 (the code used for electric drill) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($578M, 13% of world imports), Germany ($453M) and the United Kingdom ($243M). World imports came to about $4.4B, 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 Electric drill the same in all countries?
The base HS code 846721 for Electric drill 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 electric drill in Brazil?
In Brazil, electric drill (HS 846721) is classified under NCM 8467.21.00.