Product classification
HS code for Spray gun: 8424.20
Spray guns and similar appliances.
Classification of spray gun under HS 8424.20
Spray guns and similar appliances are classified under HS code 8424.20. This code is part of Heading 8424, which covers mechanical appliances (whether or not hand-operated) for projecting, dispersing, or spraying liquids or powders. The classification for spray guns specifically targets hand-held or hand-controlled mechanical devices used for spraying paint, varnishes, oils, or other liquids, often used in industrial, automotive, or DIY applications. These devices typically consist of a body with a trigger mechanism and a nozzle, and they are often designed to be connected to a source of compressed air or a pressurized reservoir. The classification is based on the mechanical nature of the device and its specific function of atomizing a liquid into a spray. Under GRI 1, the product is classified here because it is explicitly named in the subheading 8424.20. This classification is vital for trade statistics and for applying technical regulations related to industrial machinery and pressurized equipment.
- Covers
- Compressed air paint spray guns
- Hand-held powder coating guns
- Electric spray guns for varnishing
- Aerosol-type sprayers with mechanical valves
- Pressure-fed spray guns for industrial coating
- 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. Spray guns are often misclassified under 8424.89, which is the residual category for "other" spraying appliances. However, 8424.20 is more specific for the gun-shaped, hand-controlled devices. Another common error is confusing spray guns with simple hose nozzles or valves, which are classified under 8481.80. The distinction is that a spray gun must have a mechanical mechanism for dispersing the liquid, not just a simple shut-off valve. Additionally, fire extinguishers (8424.10) and steam-blasting machines (8424.30) are separate subheadings within the same heading and should not be confused with general-purpose spray guns used for coating or cleaning.
Top exporters and importers of HS 842420 (the code used for spray gun), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 842420 (the code used for spray gun) 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 spray gun.
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 spray gun
Brazil classifies spray gun 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 spray gun
What is the HS code for Spray gun?
The HS code for Spray gun is 842420 (Spray guns and similar appliances). The HS code for mechanical spray guns and similar appliances is 8424.20.
How do I classify Spray gun for customs?
Spray gun is classified under HS code 842420 — Spray guns and similar appliances. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are agricultural sprayers classified under 8424.20?
Generally, no. While they are in the same heading (8424), large-scale agricultural sprayers are usually classified under 8424.41 or 8424.49, depending on whether they are portable or for use with tractors.
Which countries are the top exporters of spray gun (HS 842420)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 842420 (the code used for spray gun) 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 spray gun (HS 842420)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 842420 (the code used for spray gun) 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 Spray gun the same in all countries?
The base HS code 842420 for Spray gun 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 spray gun in Brazil?
In Brazil, spray gun (HS 842420) is classified under NCM 8424.20.00.