Product classification
HS code for Multifunction printer: 8443.31
Printing, copying, and facsimile machines, machines which perform two or more of the functions of printing, copying or facsimile transmission, capable of connecting to an automatic data processing machine or to a network.
Classification of multifunction printer under HS 8443.31
Multifunction printers (MFPs) are classified under HS code 8443.31 because they integrate multiple capabilities into a single unit. This code specifically covers machines that perform two or more of the functions of printing, copying, or facsimile transmission. A critical requirement for classification under 8443.31 is the machine's capability to connect to an automatic data processing (ADP) machine or to a network. This reflects the modern technological standard where office equipment serves as a digital hub for document management. The classification logic follows the General Rules for the Interpretation (GRI) of the Harmonized System, specifically focusing on the principal function of the machine. In the case of MFPs, the combination of printing and copying is viewed as a unified digital process. The inclusion in Chapter 84 signifies its status as mechanical and electrical machinery with specific industrial or office applications.
- Covers
- All-in-one inkjet multifunction printers
- Laser multifunction printers with scanning and copying
- Digital copiers with network printing capabilities
- Workgroup multifunction hubs with fax and email transmission
- Color and monochrome network-enabled MFPs
- Also under 8443.31
- HP LaserJet Enterprise MFP M636
- Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE C5560i
- Xerox AltaLink C8170
- Brother MFC-L8900CDW
- Epson EcoTank ET-4850
Codes often confused with 8443.31
Common mistake. A frequent misclassification occurs with HS code 8443.32, which is reserved for machines that perform only one function, such as a standalone printer. Importers also mistakenly use 8471.60, which covers input or output units for ADP machines; however, if the device has copying or faxing capabilities, 8443.31 takes precedence. Furthermore, 8517.62 is sometimes considered for machines with telecommunication functions, but 8443 is the more specific heading for printing-related hardware. Standalone scanners without printing capabilities are classified under 8471.60, not 8443.31.
Top exporters and importers of HS 844331 (the code used for multifunction printer), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 844331 (the code used for multifunction printer) in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 17% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 18% 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 844331, not only multifunction printer.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Vietnam* ~$2.9B 17% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 2 China $2.8B 17% of world exports
- 3 Thailand $2.2B 13% of world exports
World total: $16.8B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $3.1B 18% of world imports
- 2 Netherlands $1.7B 9.9% of world imports
- 3 Germany $1.7B 9.8% of world imports
World total: $16.8B 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 multifunction printer
Brazil splits HS 8443.31 into 9 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 8443.31.11Inkjet MFPs, up to 45 ppm and 420 mm print width
- 8443.31.12Solid-wax thermal transfer MFPs, up to 45 ppm
- 8443.31.13Mono laser/LED/LCS MFPs to 45 ppm, max 280 mm
- 8443.31.14Mono laser/LED/LCS MFPs to 45 ppm, over 280-420 mm
- 8443.31.15Colour laser/LED/LCS MFPs, up to 45 ppm
- 8443.31.16Other MFPs up to 45 ppm, over 420 mm wide
- 8443.31.19Other sheet-fed MFPs, up to 45 ppm
- 8443.31.91Thermal MFPs, over 45 ppm or not sheet-fed
- 8443.31.99Other MFPs, over 45 ppm or not sheet-fed
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about multifunction printer
What is the HS code for Multifunction printer?
The HS code for Multifunction printer is 844331 (Printing, copying, and facsimile machines; machines which perform two or more of the functions of printing, copying or facsimile transmission, capable of connecting to an automatic data processing machine or to a network). The standard HS code for a multifunction printer capable of connecting to a network or computer is 8443.31.
How do I classify Multifunction printer for customs?
Multifunction printer is classified under HS code 844331 — Printing, copying, and facsimile machines; machines which perform two or more of the functions of printing, copying or facsimile transmission, capable of connecting to an automatic data processing machine or to a network. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does 8443.31 include standalone photocopiers?
No, standalone photocopiers that do not have printing or network connectivity are generally classified under 8443.39.
Which countries are the top exporters of multifunction printer (HS 844331)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 844331 (the code used for multifunction printer) in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $2.9B, 17% of world exports), China ($2.8B) and Thailand ($2.2B). World exports came to about $16.8B, 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 multifunction printer (HS 844331)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 844331 (the code used for multifunction printer) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($3.1B, 18% of world imports), the Netherlands ($1.7B) and Germany ($1.7B). World imports came to about $16.8B, 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 Multifunction printer the same in all countries?
The base HS code 844331 for Multifunction printer 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 multifunction printer in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 844331 into 9 NCM codes, so the right one for multifunction printer depends on the product's details: 8443.31.11 (Inkjet MFPs, up to 45 ppm and 420 mm print width), 8443.31.12 (Solid-wax thermal transfer MFPs, up to 45 ppm), 8443.31.13 (Mono laser/LED/LCS MFPs to 45 ppm, max 280 mm), 8443.31.14 (Mono laser/LED/LCS MFPs to 45 ppm, over 280-420 mm), 8443.31.15 (Colour laser/LED/LCS MFPs, up to 45 ppm), 8443.31.16 (Other MFPs up to 45 ppm, over 420 mm wide), and more.