Product classification
HS code for Paint sprayer: 8424.20
Spray guns and similar appliances.
Classification of paint sprayer under HS 8424.20
The classification of a paint sprayer under HS code 8424.20 is determined by its primary mechanical function as an appliance designed to project, disperse, or spray liquids. According to the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI), specifically GRI 1, products are classified according to the terms of the headings and any relative section or chapter notes. Heading 8424 encompasses a wide range of spraying equipment, but sub-heading 8424.20 is specifically reserved for spray guns and similar appliances. These devices typically operate using compressed air, hydraulic pressure, or internal motors to atomize paint or other coatings into a fine mist for application onto surfaces. The classification remains consistent regardless of whether the device is hand-held or part of a larger stationary system, provided the core component is the spray gun mechanism itself. The technical distinction lies in the method of dispersion; if the device uses centrifugal force or simple gravity without a pressurized spray mechanism, it might fall elsewhere, but standard paint sprayers are firmly rooted in 8424.20. This code covers both professional-grade industrial sprayers and consumer-grade DIY models, as the underlying technology of atomization remains the primary classification factor.
- Covers
- Hand-held pneumatic spray guns
- Electric airless paint sprayers
- High-volume low-pressure (HVLP) sprayers
- Compressed air spray guns for automotive painting
- Gravity-feed spray guns
- Also under 8424.20
- Graco Contractor PC
- DeVilbiss FLG-5
- Wagner Flexio 5000
- Satajet X 5500
- Fuji Semi-PRO 2
Codes often confused with 8424.20
Common mistake. Paint sprayers are frequently misclassified under HS code 8424.89, which is a residual category for other mechanical appliances for projecting liquids. While 8424.89 covers larger systems or agricultural sprayers, 8424.20 is the more specific heading for guns. Another common error is using 8508 for electric sprayers that incorporate a motor, but since the primary function is spraying rather than vacuuming or simple air blowing, 8424 remains the correct heading.
Top exporters and importers of HS 842420 (the code used for paint sprayer), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 842420 (the code used for paint sprayer) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 41% 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 842420, not only paint sprayer.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $1.0B 41% of world exports
- 2 United States $283M 11% of world exports
- 3 Germany $220M 8.9% of world exports
World total: $2.5B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $444M 18% of world imports
- 2 Italy $135M 5.6% of world imports
- 3 Germany $133M 5.5% 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 paint sprayer
Brazil classifies paint sprayer under NCM 8424.20.00: HS 8424.20 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about paint sprayer
What is the HS code for Paint sprayer?
The HS code for Paint sprayer is 842420 (Spray guns and similar appliances). The HS code for a paint sprayer, specifically a spray gun or similar appliance, is 8424.20.
How do I classify Paint sprayer for customs?
Paint sprayer is classified under HS code 842420 — Spray guns and similar appliances. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include the compressor used with the sprayer?
No, if the compressor is imported separately, it is classified under heading 8414. However, if the sprayer and compressor are sold together as a functional unit, they may be classified under 8424.20 depending on the essential character of the set.
Which countries are the top exporters of paint sprayer (HS 842420)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 842420 (the code used for paint sprayer) in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.0B, 41% of world exports), the United States ($283M) and Germany ($220M). 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 paint sprayer (HS 842420)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 842420 (the code used for paint sprayer) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($444M, 18% of world imports), Italy ($135M) and Germany ($133M). 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 Paint sprayer the same in all countries?
The base HS code 842420 for Paint sprayer 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 paint sprayer in Brazil?
In Brazil, paint sprayer (HS 842420) is classified under NCM 8424.20.00.