Product classification
HS code for Workstation: 8471.49
Automatic data processing machines, presented in the form of systems, n.e.c. in item no. 8471.30 or 8471.41.
Classification of workstation under HS 8471.49
A workstation, when presented as a system of interconnected units, is classified under HS code 8471.49. The Harmonized System defines automatic data processing (ADP) machines in Note 5 to Chapter 84. To be classified as a "system" under 8471.49, the equipment must consist of at least a central processing unit (CPU), an input unit (such as a keyboard or mouse), and an output unit (such as a monitor). These components must be presented together as a functional unit. Workstations are distinguished from standard PCs by their higher performance capabilities, often used for scientific, engineering, or graphics-intensive tasks. The classification 8471.49 is used for systems that are not otherwise specified, such as those that are not portable (8471.30) and do not house the CPU and input/output units in a single housing (8471.41). This classification ensures that the entire set of components is treated as a single entity for duty and statistical purposes.
- Covers
- Desktop workstation systems for CAD/CAM applications
- Multi-component server systems presented for retail sale
- Scientific computing systems including CPU, monitor, and peripherals
- Graphic design workstations with dedicated processing units and displays
- Also under 8471.49
- Dell OptiPlex (tower)
- HP Z Workstation
- Lenovo ThinkStation
- custom-built gaming rigs (e.g., from Alienware, NZXT)
- Supermicro servers
Codes often confused with 8471.49
Common mistake. Workstations are often misclassified under 8471.30 if they are mistaken for portable units, or 8471.41 if they are all-in-one computers where the screen and CPU are in the same housing. Another common error is classifying the components separately (e.g., the monitor under 8528 and the CPU under 8471.50) when they are actually imported together as a system. If the units are not presented together, 8471.49 cannot be used.
Top exporters and importers of HS 847149 (the code used for workstation), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 847149 (the code used for workstation) in UN Comtrade data was Mexico, with 22% 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 847149, not only workstation.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Mexico $5.4B 22% of world exports
- 2 United States $5.3B 21% of world exports
- 3 Poland $4.2B 17% of world exports
World total: $25.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $3.1B 17% of world imports
- 2 Germany $1.2B 6.8% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $1.2B 6.6% of world imports
World total: $18.5B 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 workstation
Brazil classifies workstation under NCM 8471.49.00: HS 8471.49 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about workstation
What is the HS code for Workstation?
The HS code for Workstation is 847149 (Automatic data processing machines; presented in the form of systems, n.e.c. in item no. 8471.30 or 8471.41). A workstation presented as a system (CPU, monitor, keyboard) is classified under HS code 8471.49.
How do I classify Workstation for customs?
Workstation is classified under HS code 847149 — Automatic data processing machines; presented in the form of systems, n.e.c. in item no. 8471.30 or 8471.41. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What if I only import the workstation tower?
If you are importing only the processing unit without a monitor or keyboard, the correct HS code is 8471.50, which covers digital processing units.
Which countries are the top exporters of workstation (HS 847149)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 847149 (the code used for workstation) in UN Comtrade data were Mexico ($5.4B, 22% of world exports), the United States ($5.3B) and Poland ($4.2B). World exports came to about $25.1B, 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 workstation (HS 847149)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 847149 (the code used for workstation) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($3.1B, 17% of world imports), Germany ($1.2B) and the United Kingdom ($1.2B). World imports came to about $18.5B, 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.
Is the HS code for Workstation the same in all countries?
The base HS code 847149 for Workstation 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 workstation in Brazil?
In Brazil, workstation (HS 847149) is classified under NCM 8471.49.00.