Product classification

HS code for Large capacity washing machine: 8450.20

Washing machines, household or laundry-type, of a dry linen capacity exceeding 10kg.

Classification of large capacity washing machine under HS 8450.20

Large capacity washing machines are classified under HS code 845020. This classification is determined by the dry linen capacity of the machine, which must exceed 10kg. The Harmonized System distinguishes between smaller household units and larger units based on this specific weight threshold. These machines are designed for both residential and commercial laundry applications, provided they perform the primary function of washing textile materials through mechanical action, usually involving a drum or agitator. The classification remains under 8450 regardless of whether the machine is fully automatic or semi-automatic, as long as the capacity requirement is met and it is not primarily an industrial textile finishing machine.

Covers
  • Commercial laundry washing machines (>10kg capacity)
  • Large-scale household washing machines (>10kg capacity)
  • Fully automatic washers with high-volume drums
  • Washer-extractor combinations exceeding 10kg dry linen limit
Also under 8450.20
  • LG WM9000HVA
  • Samsung WF50A8600AV
  • Whirlpool WFW92HEFC
  • Electrolux EFLS627UTT
  • Speed Queen TR7

Codes often confused with 8450.20

Common mistake. The most frequent misclassification occurs with HS code 845011, which is for fully-automatic washing machines with a capacity not exceeding 10kg. Importers often fail to verify the exact dry linen capacity, leading to errors. Additionally, machines used for industrial processing of yarn or fabric (such as bleaching or dyeing) should be classified under HS code 845140 rather than 8450, even if they have a large capacity, as their function extends beyond simple laundering.

8450.11Washing machines; household or laundry-type, fully-automatic, (of a dry linen capacity not exceeding 10kg)8451.40Machines; for washing, bleaching or dyeing84.50Household or laundry-type washing machines; including machines which both wash and dry

Top exporters and importers of HS 845020 (the code used for large capacity washing machine), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 845020 (the code used for large capacity washing machine) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 35% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 22% 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 845020, not only large capacity washing machine.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 China $2.2B
  2. 2 Thailand $1.0B
  3. 3 Vietnam* ~$815M

World total: $6.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 United States $1.5B
  2. 2 Mexico $515M
  3. 3 Canada $383M

World total: $6.5B 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 large capacity washing machine

Brazil splits HS 8450.20 into 3 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.

Questions about large capacity washing machine

What is the HS code for Large capacity washing machine?

The HS code for Large capacity washing machine is 845020 (Washing machines; household or laundry-type, of a dry linen capacity exceeding 10kg). The HS code for washing machines with a dry linen capacity exceeding 10kg is 8450.20.

How do I classify Large capacity washing machine for customs?

Large capacity washing machine is classified under HS code 845020 — Washing machines; household or laundry-type, of a dry linen capacity exceeding 10kg. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

Does this code include combined washer-dryers?

Yes, if the washing capacity exceeds 10kg, it is generally classified here; however, if the machine is primarily a drying machine, it may fall under 8451.

Which countries are the top exporters of large capacity washing machine (HS 845020)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 845020 (the code used for large capacity washing machine) in UN Comtrade data were China ($2.2B, 35% of world exports), Thailand ($1.0B) and Vietnam (about $815M). World exports came to about $6.1B, 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 large capacity washing machine (HS 845020)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 845020 (the code used for large capacity washing machine) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($1.5B, 22% of world imports), Mexico ($515M) and Canada ($383M). World imports came to about $6.5B, 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.

Is the HS code for Large capacity washing machine the same in all countries?

The base HS code 845020 for Large capacity washing machine 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 large capacity washing machine in Brazil?

Brazil splits HS 845020 into 3 NCM codes, so the right one for large capacity washing machine depends on the product's details: 8450.20.10 (Continuous tunnel washers, over 10 kg), 8450.20.20 (Washing machines, over 10 kg up to 18 kg), 8450.20.90 (Other washing machines, over 18 kg).