HS Code:
The 'Other Electrothermic Appliances' category (HS Code: 8516.79) includes a variety of electrical appliances that generate heat for domestic or commercial use, such as electric kettles, toasters, coffee makers, and other similar devices. These products are essential in households and businesses worldwide, contributing significantly to daily convenience and functionality. The category excludes larger appliances like electric ovens or heaters, focusing on smaller, portable, or countertop devices.
Total Trade Volume
USD 12.5 billion
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database
USD 5.8 billion
46.4% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 1.2 billion
9.6% of total trade of total trade
Stable
USD 1.0 billion
8.0% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 0.8 billion
6.4% of total trade of total trade
Stable
USD 0.6 billion
4.8% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
Average Rate
5.2% ad valorem
Highest Rate
15% (applied by certain developing countries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like EU Single Market or USMCA)
Rising demand for energy-efficient appliances
Increased focus on eco-friendly designs and materials has driven innovation and shifted consumer preferences towards sustainable products, boosting trade in markets with strict environmental regulations.
2021-2022
Growth in smart home integration
Electrothermic appliances with IoT capabilities (e.g., smart kettles, coffee makers) are gaining traction, leading to higher export values and demand in tech-savvy regions like North America and Europe.
2020-2022
Supply chain disruptions
Global trade faced challenges due to COVID-19-related delays, port congestion, and raw material shortages, causing temporary declines in trade volume and increased costs.
2020-2021
The European Union introduced stricter energy efficiency labeling requirements for electrothermic appliances, mandating clear consumer information and higher standards for manufacturers.
March 2023
This is expected to increase production costs for exporters to the EU but may also create opportunities for companies specializing in energy-efficient products.
As part of the Phase 1 trade deal, the United States reduced tariffs on certain Chinese electrothermic appliances, easing tensions and boosting imports from China.
January 2020 (ongoing effects in 2022)
This has led to a resurgence in Chinese exports to the US, maintaining China's dominant position in the market.
Countries like Vietnam and Mexico are emerging as alternative manufacturing hubs for electrothermic appliances due to lower labor costs and proximity to key markets like the US and EU.
Late 2022
This shift is diversifying global supply chains and reducing reliance on Chinese manufacturing, potentially altering trade patterns in the coming years.