HS Code:
Stainless steel bowls designed for use on electromechanical stand food mixers, with a capacity greater than 3.3 liters but not exceeding 4.8 liters, fall under HS subheading 8509.90.55. These bowls are typically used as accessories or replacement parts for stand mixers in household or commercial kitchens. They feature a rolled top edge for safety and durability, a welded stainless steel base with four protrusions to securely interlock with the mixer base, and may include a single vertically oriented welded handle for ease of use. This category is part of the broader classification of parts for electromechanical domestic appliances, reflecting their specialized use in food preparation equipment. Global trade in this niche product category is driven by demand for high-quality kitchen appliances, particularly in developed markets with a strong culture of home cooking and baking.
Total Trade Volume
USD 120 million
Data from 2022
Source
UN Comtrade Database, International Trade Centre (ITC)
Average Rate
4.2%
Highest Rate
7.5% (applied by certain developing countries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements such as USMCA and EU-Japan EPA)
Rising demand for premium kitchen appliances
Increased imports of high-quality stainless steel bowls in North America and Europe as consumers invest in durable, professional-grade equipment for home use.
2021-2022
Growth in e-commerce platforms
Direct-to-consumer sales of stand mixer accessories, including stainless steel bowls, have surged due to online marketplaces, reducing dependency on traditional retail channels.
2020-2022
Sustainability concerns influencing material choices
Manufacturers are focusing on recyclable stainless steel and eco-friendly production processes to meet consumer and regulatory demands, impacting cost and trade dynamics.
2022
The European Union introduced provisional anti-dumping duties on certain stainless steel products, including mixer bowls, from China to protect domestic manufacturers from unfair pricing practices.
March 2023
Increased costs for EU importers of Chinese-made stainless steel bowls, potentially shifting trade flows toward other exporters like South Korea or Taiwan.
Revised rules of origin under the USMCA have facilitated tariff-free trade of kitchen appliance parts, including stainless steel bowls, among the US, Canada, and Mexico, boosting regional supply chains.
July 2022
Strengthened North American market integration, with a notable increase in US imports from Mexico for stand mixer accessories.
New international guidelines for food-grade stainless steel were adopted, requiring stricter testing for kitchen equipment components to ensure consumer safety.
October 2022
Manufacturers face higher compliance costs, potentially increasing prices, while exporters meeting these standards gain a competitive edge in premium markets.