Product classification
HS code for Sandwich maker: 8516.79
Electro-thermic appliances, n.e.c. in heading no. 8516, used for domestic purposes.
Classification of sandwich maker under HS 8516.79
The classification of a sandwich maker under HS code 8516.79 is determined by its primary function as an electro-thermic appliance used for domestic purposes. Heading 8516 encompasses electric instantaneous or storage water heaters and immersion heaters; electric space heating apparatus and soil heating apparatus; electro-thermic hair-dressing apparatus and hand dryers; electric smoothing irons; and other electro-thermic appliances of a kind used for domestic purposes. Since sandwich makers utilize electric heating elements to cook or toast food and are designed for household use, they fall within this category. Specifically, sub-heading 8516.79 is a residual category for "other" electro-thermic appliances that are not explicitly named in the more specific sub-headings like 8516.10 (water heaters), 8516.71 (coffee or tea makers), or 8516.72 (toasters). The classification relies on the General Rules for the Interpretation of the Harmonized System (GRI), specifically GRI 1 and 6, which prioritize the terms of the headings and sub-headings. This appliance is distinct from industrial machinery because its power rating and physical dimensions are optimized for residential kitchen environments.
- Covers
- Electric sandwich presses
- Panini makers for domestic use
- Jaffle makers
- Electric pie makers
- Contact grills for household use
- Also under 8516.79
- Instant Pot Duo
- Crock-Pot SCCPVL610
- Zojirushi NS-LAC05
- Ninja Foodi
- Dash Mini Waffle Maker
Codes often confused with 8516.79
Common mistake. Sandwich makers are frequently misclassified under HS code 8516.72, which is reserved exclusively for bread toasters. While both appliances toast bread, a toaster typically operates via a pop-up mechanism or open slots, whereas a sandwich maker is a contact appliance. Another common error is using HS code 8419.81, which covers machinery for making hot drinks or for cooking or heating food; however, this heading is generally reserved for industrial or commercial equipment rather than domestic appliances.
Top exporters and importers of HS 851679 (the code used for sandwich maker), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 851679 (the code used for sandwich maker) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 56% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 21% 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 851679, not only sandwich maker.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $4.8B 56% of world exports
- 2 Germany $921M 11% of world exports
- 3 France $775M 9.0% of world exports
World total: $8.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $2.0B 21% of world imports
- 2 Germany $1.3B 13% of world imports
- 3 France $611M 6.2% of world imports
World total: $9.8B 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 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 sandwich maker
Brazil splits HS 8516.79 into 3 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 8516.79.10Electric cooking pots
- 8516.79.20Electric fryers
- 8516.79.90Other domestic electro-thermic appliances
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about sandwich maker
What is the HS code for Sandwich maker?
The HS code for Sandwich maker is 851679 (Electro-thermic appliances; n.e.c. in heading no. 8516, used for domestic purposes). The HS code for a domestic sandwich maker is 8516.79.
How do I classify Sandwich maker for customs?
Sandwich maker is classified under HS code 851679 — Electro-thermic appliances; n.e.c. in heading no. 8516, used for domestic purposes. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include commercial panini presses?
No, commercial-grade sandwich presses used in restaurants are typically classified under heading 8419 due to their industrial capacity and design.
Which countries are the top exporters of sandwich maker (HS 851679)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 851679 (the code used for sandwich maker) in UN Comtrade data were China ($4.8B, 56% of world exports), Germany ($921M) and France ($775M). World exports came to about $8.6B, 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.
Which countries are the top importers of sandwich maker (HS 851679)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 851679 (the code used for sandwich maker) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($2.0B, 21% of world imports), Germany ($1.3B) and France ($611M). World imports came to about $9.8B, 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 Sandwich maker the same in all countries?
The base HS code 851679 for Sandwich maker 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 sandwich maker in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 851679 into 3 NCM codes, so the right one for sandwich maker depends on the product's details: 8516.79.10 (Electric cooking pots), 8516.79.20 (Electric fryers), 8516.79.90 (Other domestic electro-thermic appliances).