Product classification
HS code for Electric kettle: 8516.79
Electro-thermic appliances, n.e.c. in heading no. 8516, used for domestic purposes.
Classification of electric kettle under HS 8516.79
Electric kettles are classified under HS code 8516.79. This classification is found within Chapter 85, which covers electrical machinery and equipment. Heading 8516 includes a variety of electro-thermic appliances used for domestic purposes. While subheading 8516.71 is dedicated to coffee or tea makers, electric kettles are generally classified under the residual subheading 8516.79 (Other) in many jurisdictions. This is because a kettle is a general-purpose water-boiling appliance rather than a specialized machine that includes a brewing or steeping mechanism for coffee or tea. According to GRI 1 and 6, the product is placed in the most appropriate subheading that describes its function. Since it is a domestic electro-thermic appliance not specifically named in other subheadings of 8516, 8516.79 is the correct designation. This applies to all household kettles, whether they are made of plastic, glass, or stainless steel.
- Covers
- Cordless electric kettles
- Variable temperature electric kettles
- Glass electric water kettles
- Stainless steel rapid-boil kettles
- Gooseneck electric kettles
- Also under 8516.79
- Instant Pot Duo
- Crock-Pot SCCPVL610
- Zojirushi NS-LAC05
- Ninja Foodi
- Dash Mini Waffle Maker
Codes often confused with 8516.79
Common mistake. The most frequent misclassification occurs with HS code 8516.71, which is the code for coffee or tea makers. While a kettle is used to prepare water for tea, it lacks the specific brewing components required for 8516.71. Another error is HS code 8516.10, which covers electric instantaneous or storage water heaters. These are typically fixed installations for a building's water supply, whereas a kettle is a portable domestic appliance. Importers must also avoid Chapter 84 headings, as the heating element's electrical nature dictates a Chapter 85 classification.
Top exporters and importers of HS 851679 (the code used for electric kettle), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 851679 (the code used for electric kettle) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 56% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, 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 851679, not only electric kettle.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $4.8B 56% of world exports
- 2 Germany $921M 11% of world exports
- 3 France $775M 9.0% of world exports
World total: $8.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $2.0B 21% of world imports
- 2 Germany $1.3B 13% of world imports
- 3 France $611M 6.2% of world imports
World total: $9.8B 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 electric kettle
Brazil splits HS 8516.79 into 3 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 8516.79.10Electric cooking pots
- 8516.79.20Electric fryers
- 8516.79.90Other domestic electro-thermic appliances
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about electric kettle
What is the HS code for Electric kettle?
The HS code for Electric kettle is 851679 (Electro-thermic appliances; n.e.c. in heading no. 8516, used for domestic purposes). The HS code for an electric kettle is 8516.79. It falls under the category of other electro-thermic appliances for domestic use.
How do I classify Electric kettle for customs?
Electric kettle is classified under HS code 851679 — Electro-thermic appliances; n.e.c. in heading no. 8516, used for domestic purposes. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is a stovetop kettle classified under this code?
No, a stovetop kettle is not an electrical appliance and is typically classified under Chapter 73 (steel) or Chapter 76 (aluminum) depending on the base metal.
Which countries are the top exporters of electric kettle (HS 851679)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 851679 (the code used for electric kettle) in UN Comtrade data were China ($4.8B, 56% of world exports), Germany ($921M) and France ($775M). World exports came to about $8.6B, 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 kettle (HS 851679)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 851679 (the code used for electric kettle) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($2.0B, 21% of world imports), Germany ($1.3B) and France ($611M). World imports came to about $9.8B, 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.
Is the HS code for Electric kettle the same in all countries?
The base HS code 851679 for Electric kettle 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 kettle in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 851679 into 3 NCM codes, so the right one for electric kettle depends on the product's details: 8516.79.10 (Electric cooking pots), 8516.79.20 (Electric fryers), 8516.79.90 (Other domestic electro-thermic appliances).