Product classification
HS code for Electric razor: 8510.10
Shavers, with self-contained electric motor.
Classification of electric razor under HS 8510.10
Electric razors are classified under HS code 851010 because they are electro-mechanical appliances with a self-contained electric motor designed specifically for shaving. This classification falls within Chapter 85, which covers electrical machinery and equipment. Heading 8510 specifically addresses shavers, hair clippers, and hair-removing appliances. According to the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) 1 and 6, products are classified according to the terms of the headings and any relative section or chapter notes. Since 8510 explicitly mentions shavers with self-contained motors, it is the most specific and appropriate classification for electric razors used for facial or body hair. The motor must be integrated into the device itself to qualify for this specific subheading. These devices are distinguished from manual razors by their reliance on electrical energy to drive a cutting head, and from larger industrial grooming tools by their portable, personal-use design. The classification remains the same regardless of whether the device is battery-operated, rechargeable, or corded, as long as the motor is self-contained within the unit.
- Covers
- Cordless electric shavers
- Rechargeable rotary razors
- Foil shavers with integrated motors
- Electric travel razors
- Wet/dry electric shavers
- Battery-powered personal shavers
- Also under 8510.10
- Philips Norelco Shaver 9000
- Braun Series 9
- Panasonic Arc5
- Remington F5-5800
- Wahl Professional 5-Star Shaver
Codes often confused with 8510.10
Common mistake. Electric razors are frequently confused with HS code 850980, which covers other electro-mechanical domestic appliances. However, because 8510 is a more specific heading for shavers, it takes precedence over the more general 8509. Another common error is using HS code 821210, which is reserved for non-electric razors and blades. If the device contains a motor, it must move to Chapter 85. Additionally, some importers mistakenly use 851020, which is specifically for hair clippers, though many modern devices are multifunctional.
Top exporters and importers of HS 851010 (the code used for electric razor), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 851010 (the code used for electric razor) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 24% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, 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 851010, not only electric razor.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $545M 24% of world exports
- 2 Netherlands $540M 23% of world exports
- 3 Germany $326M 14% of world exports
World total: $2.3B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $291M 13% of world imports
- 2 United States $209M 9.5% of world imports
- 3 Poland $196M 8.9% of world imports
World total: $2.2B 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 razor
Brazil classifies electric razor under NCM 8510.10.00: HS 8510.10 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about electric razor
What is the HS code for Electric razor?
The HS code for Electric razor is 851010 (Shavers; with self-contained electric motor). The primary HS code for an electric razor with a self-contained motor is 851010.
How do I classify Electric razor for customs?
Electric razor is classified under HS code 851010 — Shavers; with self-contained electric motor. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does the code change if the razor is for women?
No, the HS code 851010 applies to all electric shavers with self-contained motors, regardless of the intended gender of the user or the specific area of the body being shaved.
Which countries are the top exporters of electric razor (HS 851010)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 851010 (the code used for electric razor) in UN Comtrade data were China ($545M, 24% of world exports), the Netherlands ($540M) and Germany ($326M). World exports came to about $2.3B, 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 razor (HS 851010)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 851010 (the code used for electric razor) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($291M, 13% of world imports), the United States ($209M) and Poland ($196M). World imports came to about $2.2B, 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.
Is the HS code for Electric razor the same in all countries?
The base HS code 851010 for Electric razor 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 razor in Brazil?
In Brazil, electric razor (HS 851010) is classified under NCM 8510.10.00.