Product classification
HS code for Liquid fuel heater: 7321.82
Domestic appliances, non-electric, (other than cookers and plate warmers), for liquid fuel, of iron or steel.
Classification of liquid fuel heater under HS 7321.82
Liquid fuel heaters are classified under HS code 7321.82, which falls within the category of domestic appliances made of iron or steel that are non-electric. This classification is determined by the appliance's intended use (domestic space heating) and its energy source (liquid fuel such as kerosene or heating oil). According to the Section XV notes and the specific heading 7321, these products must be of a type used for domestic purposes, which includes portable or stationary heaters used in homes, camps, or small workshops. The subheading 7321.82 specifically excludes cooking appliances and plate warmers, focusing instead on heaters that provide ambient warmth. The material composition is also a critical factor; the appliance must be predominantly constructed from iron or steel. If the heater incorporates an electric fan for heat distribution, it may still remain in this category provided the primary source of heat is the combustion of liquid fuel, though complex hybrid systems require careful analysis of GRI 3(b) regarding essential character.
- Covers
- Portable kerosene space heaters
- Non-electric oil-burning room heaters
- Wick-type liquid fuel heaters
- Gravity-fed liquid fuel stoves for heating
- Steel-bodied domestic oil heaters
- Camping heaters using liquid fuel
- Also under 7321.82
- DuraHeat kerosene heaters
- Aladdin oil lamps
- Toyotomi liquid fuel heaters
- Zibro liquid fuel heaters
Codes often confused with 7321.82
Common mistake. A frequent misclassification occurs with HS code 8516.29, which is reserved for electric space heaters. If a heater uses liquid fuel but requires a significant electrical connection for its primary heating element, it moves to Chapter 85. Another common error is using HS code 7321.12, which is specifically for liquid fuel cooking appliances (stoves). Importers must distinguish between appliances meant for cooking (7321.12) and those meant for space heating (7321.82).
Top exporters and importers of HS 732182 (the code used for liquid fuel heater), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 732182 (the code used for liquid fuel heater) in UN Comtrade data was Japan, with 23% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 14% 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 732182, not only liquid fuel heater.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Japan $36M 23% of world exports
- 2 South Korea $31M 20% of world exports
- 3 China $22M 14% of world exports
World total: $157M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $25M 14% of world imports
- 2 Iraq* ~$21M 12% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 France $16M 9.1% of world imports
World total: $180M 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 code for liquid fuel heater
Brazil classifies liquid fuel heater under NCM 7321.82.00: HS 7321.82 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about liquid fuel heater
What is the HS code for Liquid fuel heater?
The HS code for Liquid fuel heater is 732182 (Domestic appliances; non-electric, (other than cookers and plate warmers), for liquid fuel, of iron or steel). The HS code for a domestic, non-electric liquid fuel heater made of iron or steel is 7321.82.
How do I classify Liquid fuel heater for customs?
Liquid fuel heater is classified under HS code 732182 — Domestic appliances; non-electric, (other than cookers and plate warmers), for liquid fuel, of iron or steel. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Can industrial heaters be classified here?
No, industrial-grade heaters or those used in large-scale commercial settings are typically classified under heading 8419 or 7322, depending on their design and heat distribution method.
Which countries are the top exporters of liquid fuel heater (HS 732182)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 732182 (the code used for liquid fuel heater) in UN Comtrade data were Japan ($36M, 23% of world exports), South Korea ($31M) and China ($22M). World exports came to about $157M, 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 liquid fuel heater (HS 732182)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 732182 (the code used for liquid fuel heater) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($25M, 14% of world imports), Iraq (about $21M) and France ($16M). World imports came to about $180M, 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 Liquid fuel heater the same in all countries?
The base HS code 732182 for Liquid fuel heater 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 liquid fuel heater in Brazil?
In Brazil, liquid fuel heater (HS 732182) is classified under NCM 7321.82.00.