Product classification
HS code for Vertical freezer: 8418.40
Freezers, of the upright type, not exceeding 900l capacity.
Classification of vertical freezer under HS 8418.40
Vertical freezers are classified under HS code 8418.40 based on their mechanical design, upright orientation, and internal storage capacity. Heading 8418 covers refrigerators, freezers, and other refrigerating or freezing equipment, whether electric or otherwise. Subheading 8418.40 specifically identifies freezers of the 'upright type' with a capacity not exceeding 900 liters. The upright or vertical orientation is the primary legal distinguishing factor from chest-type freezers. These units are designed for the long-term preservation of food, biological samples, or other perishables at temperatures well below freezing. The classification applies regardless of whether the unit is intended for domestic household use, professional catering, or laboratory applications, provided it stays within the 900-liter volume limit. The mechanical components, including the compressor, evaporator, and condenser, are integrated into a vertical cabinet structure, often featuring internal shelving or drawers to facilitate organized storage. For customs purposes, the capacity is measured by the internal volume, and exceeding 900 liters would shift the classification to a different subheading within the same heading.
- Covers
- Household upright freezers
- Commercial vertical display freezers (under 900L)
- Laboratory vertical ultra-low temperature freezers
- Stand-alone vertical deep freezers
- Integrated upright freezers for cabinetry
- Also under 8418.40
- LG upright freezers
- Samsung upright freezers
- Bosch upright freezers
- Kenmore upright freezers
- Miele upright freezers
Codes often confused with 8418.40
Common mistake. Vertical freezers are often misclassified under 8418.30, which is strictly for chest-type freezers (horizontal). They may also be confused with 8418.10, which covers combined refrigerator-freezers with separate external doors. If the unit only freezes, it belongs in 8418.40.
Top exporters and importers of HS 841840 (the code used for vertical freezer), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 841840 (the code used for vertical freezer) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 31% 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 841840, not only vertical freezer.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $565M 31% of world exports
- 2 Germany $274M 15% of world exports
- 3 Türkiye $216M 12% of world exports
World total: $1.8B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $392M 18% of world imports
- 2 Germany $191M 8.6% of world imports
- 3 France $120M 5.4% of world imports
World total: $2.2B 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 vertical freezer
Brazil classifies vertical freezer under NCM 8418.40.00: HS 8418.40 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about vertical freezer
What is the HS code for Vertical freezer?
The HS code for Vertical freezer is 841840 (Freezers; of the upright type, not exceeding 900l capacity). The HS code for an upright vertical freezer with a capacity of 900 liters or less is 8418.40.
How do I classify Vertical freezer for customs?
Vertical freezer is classified under HS code 841840 — Freezers; of the upright type, not exceeding 900l capacity. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What if the vertical freezer exceeds 900 liters?
If the capacity exceeds 900 liters, it is typically classified under HS code 8418.50, which covers other refrigerating or freezing furniture.
Which countries are the top exporters of vertical freezer (HS 841840)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 841840 (the code used for vertical freezer) in UN Comtrade data were China ($565M, 31% of world exports), Germany ($274M) and Türkiye ($216M). World exports came to about $1.8B, 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.
Which countries are the top importers of vertical freezer (HS 841840)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 841840 (the code used for vertical freezer) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($392M, 18% of world imports), Germany ($191M) and France ($120M). World imports came to about $2.2B, 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 Vertical freezer the same in all countries?
The base HS code 841840 for Vertical freezer 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 vertical freezer in Brazil?
In Brazil, vertical freezer (HS 841840) is classified under NCM 8418.40.00.