Product classification
HS code for Faucet parts: 8481.90
Taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances, parts thereof.
Classification of faucet parts under HS 8481.90
Parts for faucets, taps, and valves are classified under HS code 8481.90. Heading 8481 is the primary category for taps, cocks, valves, and similar appliances for pipes, boiler shells, tanks, vats, or the like. Subheading 8481.90 is specifically reserved for identifiable parts of these appliances. To qualify for this classification, an item must be recognizable as being solely or principally for use with the goods of heading 8481, in accordance with Note 2(b) to Section XVI. This includes internal components that facilitate the control of fluid flow, such as valve stems, discs, and cartridges. The classification is based on the function of the part within the larger assembly. Even if the part is made of plastic or brass, its identity as a component of a valve or faucet dictates its placement in 8481.90 rather than in general material-based headings. This ensures that all components of plumbing fixtures are grouped together for regulatory and statistical purposes, regardless of their specific material composition, provided they are not excluded by specific section or chapter notes.
- Covers
- Faucet cartridges and ceramic discs
- Valve stems and spindles
- Tap handles and levers
- Valve bodies (unfinished or finished)
- Plunger units for flush valves
- Internal seals and diaphragms for faucets
- Also under 8481.90
- Replacement valve cartridges for faucets
- Actuator repair kits for industrial valves
- Gland packing for gate valves
- Solenoid coils for control valves
- Valve handwheels
Codes often confused with 8481.90
Common mistake. The most frequent error is classifying parts under HS code 8481.80, which is intended for the complete faucet or valve assembly. Parts must be distinguished from complete units. Another common mistake is using material-specific codes like 3917.40 for plastic fittings or 7412.20 for copper alloy fittings. While these items may be used in plumbing, if they are specifically designed as internal parts of a faucet or valve, 8481.90 is the correct, more specific classification.
Top exporters and importers of HS 848190 (the code used for faucet parts), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 848190 (the code used for faucet parts) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 26% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 17% 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 848190, not only faucet parts.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $5.6B 26% of world exports
- 2 United States $2.7B 12% of world exports
- 3 Germany $2.4B 11% of world exports
World total: $21.9B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $4.0B 17% of world imports
- 2 Germany $1.9B 8.0% of world imports
- 3 Mexico $1.5B 6.5% of world imports
World total: $23.3B 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 faucet parts
Brazil splits HS 8481.90 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 8481.90.10Parts of aerosol valves, bathroom/kitchen fittings
- 8481.90.90Parts of other taps, cocks and valves
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about faucet parts
What is the HS code for Faucet parts?
The HS code for Faucet parts is 848190 (Taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances; parts thereof). The HS code for parts of faucets, taps, and valves is 8481.90. Complete faucets are classified under 8481.80.
How do I classify Faucet parts for customs?
Faucet parts is classified under HS code 848190 — Taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances; parts thereof. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are decorative handles classified as faucet parts?
Yes, if the handles are designed specifically for use with faucets or valves, they are classified under HS code 8481.90.
Which countries are the top exporters of faucet parts (HS 848190)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 848190 (the code used for faucet parts) in UN Comtrade data were China ($5.6B, 26% of world exports), the United States ($2.7B) and Germany ($2.4B). World exports came to about $21.9B, 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 faucet parts (HS 848190)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 848190 (the code used for faucet parts) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($4.0B, 17% of world imports), Germany ($1.9B) and Mexico ($1.5B). World imports came to about $23.3B, 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.
Is the HS code for Faucet parts the same in all countries?
The base HS code 848190 for Faucet parts 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 faucet parts in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 848190 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for faucet parts depends on the product's details: 8481.90.10 (Parts of aerosol valves, bathroom/kitchen fittings), 8481.90.90 (Parts of other taps, cocks and valves).