Product classification
HS code for Industrial dryer: 8419.39
Dryers, for products n.e.c. in heading no. 8419, not used for domestic purposes.
Classification of industrial dryer under HS 8419.39
Industrial dryers are classified under HS code 8419.39. This code is part of heading 8419, which encompasses machinery and plant equipment designed for the treatment of materials through processes involving temperature changes, such as heating, roasting, or drying. The classification is determined by the industrial nature of the equipment and the specific method of moisture removal. Sub-heading 8419.39 is a residual category for dryers that do not fall into more specific categories like 8419.33 (lyophilization/freeze-dryers) or 8419.34 (agricultural products). These machines are used across various sectors, including chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and food processing, to remove liquids from solids or gases. To be classified here, the dryer must be for industrial or laboratory use; domestic appliances are strictly excluded. The classification relies on the mechanical and thermal design of the unit, which typically involves heat exchangers, fans, and specialized chambers for material throughput.
- Covers
- Industrial rotary dryers for mineral processing
- Spray dryers for the production of powdered milk or chemicals
- Tunnel dryers for industrial textile processing
- Conveyor belt dryers for manufacturing lines
- Fluidized bed dryers for pharmaceutical granules
- Also under 8419.39
- Hosokawa Micron (fluidized bed dryers)
- GEA (various industrial dryers)
- Glatt (fluid bed processors)
- ANDRITZ (industrial dryers)
- Carrier Vibrating Equipment (vibrating fluid bed dryers)
Codes often confused with 8419.39
Common mistake. Industrial dryers are frequently misclassified with laundry-type drying machines, which fall under 8451.21 or 8451.29 depending on their capacity. Another common error is confusing them with centrifugal dryers; if the moisture is removed primarily through centrifugal force rather than heat, the machine belongs under 8421.12. Additionally, industrial furnaces or ovens that perform drying as a secondary function might be misclassified here but should be checked against heading 8514. Finally, agricultural dryers for crops have their own specific code, 8419.34, and should not be placed in 8419.39.
Top exporters and importers of HS 841939 (the code used for industrial dryer), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 841939 (the code used for industrial dryer) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 33% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 12% 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 841939, not only industrial dryer.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $849M 33% of world exports
- 2 Germany $319M 13% of world exports
- 3 Italy $242M 9.5% of world exports
World total: $2.5B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $290M 12% of world imports
- 2 China $150M 6.3% of world imports
- 3 Indonesia $102M 4.3% of world imports
World total: $2.4B 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 industrial dryer
Brazil classifies industrial dryer under NCM 8419.39.00: HS 8419.39 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about industrial dryer
What is the HS code for Industrial dryer?
The HS code for Industrial dryer is 841939 (Dryers; for products n.e.c. in heading no. 8419, not used for domestic purposes). The standard HS code for industrial dryers not elsewhere specified is 8419.39.
How do I classify Industrial dryer for customs?
Industrial dryer is classified under HS code 841939 — Dryers; for products n.e.c. in heading no. 8419, not used for domestic purposes. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is a domestic clothes dryer covered under this code?
No, domestic clothes dryers are classified under heading 8451 or 8516, depending on their specific design and function.
Which countries are the top exporters of industrial dryer (HS 841939)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 841939 (the code used for industrial dryer) in UN Comtrade data were China ($849M, 33% of world exports), Germany ($319M) and Italy ($242M). World exports came to about $2.5B, 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 industrial dryer (HS 841939)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 841939 (the code used for industrial dryer) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($290M, 12% of world imports), China ($150M) and Indonesia ($102M). World imports came to about $2.4B, 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 Industrial dryer the same in all countries?
The base HS code 841939 for Industrial dryer 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 industrial dryer in Brazil?
In Brazil, industrial dryer (HS 841939) is classified under NCM 8419.39.00.