Product classification
HS code for Revolution counter: 9029.10
Meters and counters, revolution counters, production counters, taximeters, mileometers, pedometers and the like.
Classification of revolution counter under HS 9029.10
Revolution counters are classified under HS code 9029.10, which is situated within Chapter 90 of the Harmonized System. This chapter encompasses optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, precision, medical, or surgical instruments and apparatus. Specifically, heading 9029 is reserved for revolution counters, production counters, taximeters, mileometers, pedometers, and similar instruments. These devices are primarily designed to count the number of units, revolutions, or distances traveled. The classification is determined by the primary function of the device, which is the cumulative counting of events or mechanical movements. Whether the device is mechanical, electronic, or optoelectronic, if its primary purpose is to provide a totalized count of revolutions or production units, it remains within this specific subheading. This includes handheld tally counters as well as integrated industrial counters used on assembly lines to track output. The classification is based on General Interpretative Rule 1, which dictates that classification is determined by the terms of the headings and any relative section or chapter notes.
- Covers
- Mechanical revolution counters
- Electronic production counters
- Handheld tally counters
- Electromagnetic counters
- Taximeters for distance and fare calculation
- Mileometers (odometers) for vehicles
- Pedometers for step counting
- Also under 9029.10
- Veeder-Root counters
- Kienzle taximeters
- Garmin pedometers
- Bosch automotive odometers
- Omron production counters
Codes often confused with 9029.10
Common mistake. One frequent error is confusing revolution counters with speedometers or tachometers, which are classified under HS code 9029.20. While both types of instruments may be housed in the same unit, 9029.10 is specifically for devices that count total units or revolutions, whereas 9029.20 is for devices that measure the rate of speed or angular velocity. Another misclassification occurs with electronic sensors that detect motion but do not have a display or totalizing function; these might be classified under 9031.80 as other measuring or checking instruments. Additionally, if a counter is part of a complex machine and is not a stand-alone instrument, it might be classified as a part of that machine under its respective heading, though heading 9029 generally takes precedence for these specific instruments.
Top exporters and importers of HS 902910 (the code used for revolution counter), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 902910 (the code used for revolution counter) in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 23% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 13% 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 902910, not only revolution counter.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $147M 23% of world exports
- 2 China $128M 20% of world exports
- 3 United States $50M 7.7% of world exports
World total: $646M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $81M 13% of world imports
- 2 United States $69M 11% of world imports
- 3 Türkiye $44M 6.9% of world imports
World total: $638M 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 revolution counter
Brazil splits HS 9029.10 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 9029.10.10Revolution, production or hour counters
- 9029.10.90Taximeters, mileometers, pedometers and the like
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about revolution counter
What is the HS code for Revolution counter?
The HS code for Revolution counter is 902910 (Meters and counters; revolution counters, production counters, taximeters, mileometers, pedometers and the like). The HS code for a revolution counter is 9029.10, which covers meters and counters used for tracking revolutions, production, or distance.
How do I classify Revolution counter for customs?
Revolution counter is classified under HS code 902910 — Meters and counters; revolution counters, production counters, taximeters, mileometers, pedometers and the like. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is a pedometer classified under the same HS code?
Yes, pedometers are classified under HS code 9029.10 because they function as counters for steps taken, which is considered a similar counting instrument under this heading.
Which countries are the top exporters of revolution counter (HS 902910)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 902910 (the code used for revolution counter) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($147M, 23% of world exports), China ($128M) and the United States ($50M). World exports came to about $646M, 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 revolution counter (HS 902910)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 902910 (the code used for revolution counter) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($81M, 13% of world imports), the United States ($69M) and Türkiye ($44M). World imports came to about $638M, 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 Revolution counter the same in all countries?
The base HS code 902910 for Revolution counter 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 revolution counter in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 902910 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for revolution counter depends on the product's details: 9029.10.10 (Revolution, production or hour counters), 9029.10.90 (Taximeters, mileometers, pedometers and the like).