Product classification

HS code for Refrigeration compressor: 8414.30

Compressors, of a kind used in refrigerating equipment.

Classification of refrigeration compressor under HS 8414.30

Refrigeration compressors are classified under HS code 8414.30 because they are specifically designed for use in refrigerating equipment. Heading 8414 encompasses air or vacuum pumps, air or other gas compressors, and fans. Within this heading, subheading 8414.30 is a functional classification that isolates compressors used in the refrigeration cycle. These devices are the mechanical heart of the cooling system, responsible for circulating the refrigerant and increasing its pressure and temperature to facilitate heat exchange. The classification applies regardless of the mechanical type—whether reciprocating, rotary, screw, or centrifugal—provided their intended use is for refrigeration or air conditioning systems. Under the Harmonized System, the specific use of the compressor in a cooling circuit takes precedence over more general gas compressor codes. This ensures that components of cooling systems are tracked accurately for trade statistics and regulatory compliance across international borders.

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  • Hermetic reciprocating compressors for domestic fridges
  • Semi-hermetic compressors for commercial refrigeration
  • Screw compressors for large-scale HVAC systems
  • Rotary compressors for air conditioning units
  • Scroll compressors for heat pumps
Also under 8414.30
  • Danfoss Performer
  • Copeland Scroll
  • Embraco Fullmotion
  • Bitzer ECOLINE
  • Panasonic Rotary

Codes often confused with 8414.30

Common mistake. These are often misclassified under 8414.80, which is a residual category for other compressors. However, if the compressor is clearly of a kind used in refrigeration, 8414.30 is the specific and correct code. Another common error is classifying the compressor as a part of a refrigerator under 8418.99. According to Note 2(a) to Section XVI, parts which are goods included in any of the headings of Chapter 84 or 85 are in all cases to be classified in their respective headings. Since compressors have their own heading (8414), they cannot be classified as parts in 8418.

8414.80Pumps and compressors; for air, vacuum or gas, n.e.c. in heading no. 84148418.99Refrigerating or freezing equipment; parts thereof, other than furniture84.14Air or vacuum pumps, air or other gas compressors and fans; ventilating or recycling hoods incorporating a fan; gas-tight biological safety cabinets whether or not fitted with filters84.18Refrigerators, freezers and other refrigerating or freezing equipment, electric or other; heat pumps other than air conditioning machines of heading no. 8415

Top exporters and importers of HS 841430 (the code used for refrigeration compressor), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 841430 (the code used for refrigeration compressor) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 36% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 17% 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 841430, not only refrigeration compressor.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 China $6.1B
  2. 2 Germany $1.6B
  3. 3 Japan $1.6B

World total: $16.9B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 United States $2.8B
  2. 2 Mexico $1.4B
  3. 3 Germany $1.0B

World total: $16.6B 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 refrigeration compressor

Brazil splits HS 8414.30 into 4 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:

  • 8414.30.11Hermetic compressors, under 4,700 frigories/h
  • 8414.30.19Hermetic compressors, 4,700 frigories/h or more
  • 8414.30.91Other cooling compressors, max 16,000 frigories/h
  • 8414.30.99Other cooling compressors, over 16,000 frigories/h

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

Questions about refrigeration compressor

What is the HS code for Refrigeration compressor?

The HS code for Refrigeration compressor is 841430 (Compressors; of a kind used in refrigerating equipment). The HS code for a refrigeration compressor is 8414.30, specifically for compressors of a kind used in refrigerating equipment.

How do I classify Refrigeration compressor for customs?

Refrigeration compressor is classified under HS code 841430 — Compressors; of a kind used in refrigerating equipment. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

Are compressor parts classified under 8414.30?

No, parts of compressors are generally classified under HS code 8414.90, as 8414.30 is reserved for the complete compressor units themselves.

Which countries are the top exporters of refrigeration compressor (HS 841430)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 841430 (the code used for refrigeration compressor) in UN Comtrade data were China ($6.1B, 36% of world exports), Germany ($1.6B) and Japan ($1.6B). World exports came to about $16.9B, 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 refrigeration compressor (HS 841430)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 841430 (the code used for refrigeration compressor) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($2.8B, 17% of world imports), Mexico ($1.4B) and Germany ($1.0B). World imports came to about $16.6B, 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 Refrigeration compressor the same in all countries?

The base HS code 841430 for Refrigeration compressor 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 refrigeration compressor in Brazil?

Brazil splits HS 841430 into 4 NCM codes, so the right one for refrigeration compressor depends on the product's details: 8414.30.11 (Hermetic compressors, under 4,700 frigories/h), 8414.30.19 (Hermetic compressors, 4,700 frigories/h or more), 8414.30.91 (Other cooling compressors, max 16,000 frigories/h), 8414.30.99 (Other cooling compressors, over 16,000 frigories/h).