HS Code:
Percolators, classified under HS Code 8516.71, are electric coffee makers that brew coffee by continually cycling boiling or nearly boiling water through ground coffee beans until the desired strength is reached. This category includes both household and commercial percolators. They are part of the broader category of electro-thermic appliances for domestic use. Global trade in percolators is influenced by consumer preferences for coffee, technological advancements in coffee-making equipment, and the growing trend of premium and specialty coffee consumption.
Total Trade Volume
USD 250 million
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database
Average Rate
5.2%
Highest Rate
12% (applied by certain developing countries to protect local industries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like EU Single Market or USMCA)
Rise in demand for specialty coffee equipment
Increased demand for high-end percolators with advanced features like programmable settings and energy efficiency, boosting trade in premium segments.
2021-2022
Shift towards sustainable and eco-friendly products
Manufacturers are adopting eco-friendly materials and energy-saving technologies, influencing consumer preferences and trade patterns towards greener products.
2020-2022
Growth of e-commerce platforms
Online retail channels have expanded market access for percolator manufacturers, leading to a surge in cross-border trade, especially from major exporters like China.
2019-2022
The European Union introduced new energy efficiency regulations for electro-thermic appliances, including percolators, requiring manufacturers to meet higher standards for energy consumption.
March 2023
This may increase production costs for exporters to the EU but also creates opportunities for companies offering energy-efficient models.
Recent negotiations between the US and China have led to a temporary reduction in tariffs on certain household appliances, including percolators, as part of broader trade talks.
January 2023
This reduction is expected to boost Chinese exports to the US, potentially increasing competition for domestic manufacturers.
Countries in Latin America and Southeast Asia have seen a rise in coffee consumption, leading to increased imports of coffee-making equipment like percolators.
June 2022
Exporters are targeting these regions with affordable and mid-range models, diversifying market opportunities.