Product classification

HS code for Plastic blow molding machine: 8477.30

Machinery, blow moulding machines, for working rubber or plastics or for the manufacture of products from these materials.

Classification of plastic blow molding machine under HS 8477.30

The classification of plastic blow molding machines falls under HS code 8477.30. This code is situated within Chapter 84, which encompasses nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery, and mechanical appliances. Specifically, heading 8477 is reserved for machinery used for working rubber or plastics or for the manufacture of products from these materials, not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter. Subheading 8477.30 is dedicated to blow molding machines, which function by inflating a heated plastic tube, known as a parison, inside a mold until it forms the desired shape. This process is primarily used for the production of hollow objects such as bottles, drums, and fuel tanks. The classification is determined by the primary mechanical function of the machine, which is the blow molding process itself, regardless of whether it is a standalone unit or part of a larger production line. According to the General Rules for the Interpretation (GRI) of the Harmonized System, machines performing multiple functions should be classified according to their principal function. In the case of blow molding machines that may also include integrated trimming or labeling components, the blow molding action remains the defining characteristic for 8477.30. This code is essential for customs to distinguish between different types of plastic processing equipment, ensuring that the correct tariffs and trade regulations are applied to industrial manufacturing hardware.

Covers
  • Extrusion blow molding machines
  • Injection blow molding machines
  • Stretch blow molding machines
  • Accumulator head blow molding machines
  • Multi-layer blow molding systems for fuel tanks
  • Reheat and blow machines for PET preforms
Also under 8477.30
  • Krones Contiform
  • Sidel SBO
  • Bekum Blow Moulding Machines
  • Graham Engineering Blow Molders

Codes often confused with 8477.30

Common mistake. Plastic blow molding machines are frequently confused with injection molding machines, which are classified under HS code 8477.10. While both machines process plastic, injection molding involves forcing molten plastic into a closed mold cavity to create solid or complex parts, whereas blow molding uses air pressure to expand the material against the mold walls to create hollow forms. Another common error is classifying them under 8477.20, which is reserved for extruders. While many blow molding machines incorporate an extrusion process to create the parison, the final shaping occurs through blowing, which dictates the 8477.30 classification. Additionally, some importers mistakenly use 8479.89 for general mechanical appliances, but since 8477 specifically addresses plastic-working machinery, it takes precedence.

8477.10Machinery; injection-moulding machines, for working rubber or plastics or for the manufacture of products from these materials8477.20Machinery; extruders, for working rubber or plastics or for the manufacture of products from these materials8479.89Machines and mechanical appliances; having individual functions, n.e.c. or included in this chapter84.77Machinery; for working rubber or plastics or for the manufacture of products from these materials, n.e.c. in this chapter

Top exporters and importers of HS 847730 (the code used for plastic blow molding machine), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 847730 (the code used for plastic blow molding machine) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 28% 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 847730, not only plastic blow molding machine.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 China $475M
  2. 2 Germany $326M
  3. 3 Italy $224M

World total: $1.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 United States $215M
  2. 2 India $121M
  3. 3 China $85M

World total: $1.6B 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 codes for plastic blow molding machine

Brazil splits HS 8477.30 into 2 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 plastic blow molding machine

What is the HS code for Plastic blow molding machine?

The HS code for Plastic blow molding machine is 847730 (Machinery; blow moulding machines, for working rubber or plastics or for the manufacture of products from these materials). The primary HS code for a plastic blow molding machine is 8477.30, which covers machinery for working plastics specifically through the blow moulding process.

How do I classify Plastic blow molding machine for customs?

Plastic blow molding machine is classified under HS code 847730 — Machinery; blow moulding machines, for working rubber or plastics or for the manufacture of products from these materials. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

Can parts for these machines be classified under 8477.30?

No, parts for these machines are generally classified under HS code 8477.90, which is the designated code for parts of machinery for working rubber or plastics.

Which countries are the top exporters of plastic blow molding machine (HS 847730)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 847730 (the code used for plastic blow molding machine) in UN Comtrade data were China ($475M, 28% of world exports), Germany ($326M) and Italy ($224M). World exports came to about $1.7B, 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 plastic blow molding machine (HS 847730)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 847730 (the code used for plastic blow molding machine) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($215M, 14% of world imports), India ($121M) and China ($85M). World imports came to about $1.6B, 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 Plastic blow molding machine the same in all countries?

The base HS code 847730 for Plastic blow molding 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 plastic blow molding machine in Brazil?

Brazil splits HS 847730 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for plastic blow molding machine depends on the product's details: 8477.30.10 (Low-output thermoplastic blow moulders, up to 5 l), 8477.30.90 (Other blow moulding machines).