Product classification
HS code for Electric epilator: 8510.30
Hair-removing appliances, with self-contained electric motor.
Classification of electric epilator under HS 8510.30
The classification of an electric epilator falls under HS code 8510.30. This determination is based on the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) 1 and 6. Heading 8510 is specifically designated for shavers, hair clippers, and hair-removing appliances, provided they contain a self-contained electric motor. The epilator functions by mechanically grasping multiple hairs simultaneously and pulling them out from the root, which distinguishes it from a shaver that cuts hair at the skin level. Because it is a finished electro-mechanical appliance designed for personal grooming and hair removal, it fits perfectly within the scope of 8510.30. The "self-contained electric motor" is a critical technical requirement; devices that are manually operated or powered by external drive shafts would be classified elsewhere, typically in Chapter 82. Furthermore, the classification remains consistent regardless of whether the device is powered by disposable batteries, a rechargeable internal battery, or a direct mains connection via a transformer. The portability and specialized function for hair removal are the primary drivers for this specific code.
- Covers
- Cordless rechargeable epilators
- Mains-powered facial epilators
- Wet and dry body epilators
- Epilators with integrated massage or exfoliation attachments
- Also under 8510.30
- Philips Lumea IPL
- Braun Silk-épil Epilator
- Remington i-Light IPL
- Tria Beauty Hair Removal Laser
- Panasonic ES-ED90 Epilator.
Codes often confused with 8510.30
Common mistake. Electric epilators are frequently confused with HS code 8510.10, which is reserved strictly for electric shavers. While both are grooming tools, the mechanical action of pulling hair versus cutting hair separates them. Another common error is using HS code 8543.70, which covers electrical machines and apparatus having individual functions. This often happens with Laser or Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) hair removal devices. However, if the device uses a mechanical motor to pluck hair, 8510.30 is the only correct classification.
Top exporters and importers of HS 851030 (the code used for electric epilator), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 851030 (the code used for electric epilator) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 44% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 21% 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 851030, not only electric epilator.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $265M 44% of world exports
- 2 Germany $108M 18% of world exports
- 3 Hungary $68M 11% of world exports
World total: $597M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $118M 21% of world imports
- 2 France $64M 11% of world imports
- 3 United States $38M 6.7% of world imports
World total: $568M 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 epilator
Brazil classifies electric epilator under NCM 8510.30.00: HS 8510.30 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about electric epilator
What is the HS code for Electric epilator?
The HS code for Electric epilator is 851030 (Hair-removing appliances; with self-contained electric motor). The correct HS code for an electric epilator is 8510.30, which covers hair-removing appliances with a self-contained electric motor.
How do I classify Electric epilator for customs?
Electric epilator is classified under HS code 851030 — Hair-removing appliances; with self-contained electric motor. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include IPL hair removal devices?
No, IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) and laser hair removal devices are generally classified under HS code 8543.70 because they use light energy rather than a mechanical motor for hair removal.
Which countries are the top exporters of electric epilator (HS 851030)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 851030 (the code used for electric epilator) in UN Comtrade data were China ($265M, 44% of world exports), Germany ($108M) and Hungary ($68M). World exports came to about $597M, 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 epilator (HS 851030)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 851030 (the code used for electric epilator) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($118M, 21% of world imports), France ($64M) and the United States ($38M). World imports came to about $568M, 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 epilator the same in all countries?
The base HS code 851030 for Electric epilator 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 epilator in Brazil?
In Brazil, electric epilator (HS 851030) is classified under NCM 8510.30.00.