HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8408.90 – Engines; compression-ignition internal combustion piston engines (diesel or semi-diesel engines), of a kind used for other than marine propulsion or the vehicles of chapter 87
HS code 8408.90 is the 6-digit subheading for engines, compression-ignition internal combustion piston engines (diesel or semi-diesel engines), of a kind used for other than marine propulsion or the vehicles of chapter 87. It is used for industrial diesel engines, generator diesel engines, agricultural diesel engines, construction equipment diesel engines and stationary diesel engines.
What HS 8408.90 covers
This HS code covers compression-ignition internal combustion piston engines (diesel or semi-diesel engines) that are used for purposes other than marine propulsion or the vehicles of Chapter 87 (e.g., cars, trucks, motorcycles). These engines are the workhorses of many industries, powering generators, construction machinery, agricultural equipment, industrial pumps, and various stationary applications. Importers are typically equipment manufacturers, power generation companies, and heavy machinery distributors. Exporters are major engine manufacturers with advanced engineering capabilities. Key considerations include power output, fuel efficiency, emissions standards, durability, and maintenance requirements, all of which are critical for industrial performance and regulatory compliance. The market is heavily influenced by infrastructure development, agricultural demand, and industrial growth worldwide.
- Covers
- Industrial diesel engines
- Generator diesel engines
- Agricultural diesel engines
- Construction equipment diesel engines
- Stationary diesel engines
- Pump diesel engines
- Mining equipment diesel engines
- Examples
- Cummins QSB Series Engines
- Caterpillar C Series Engines
- John Deere PowerTech Engines
- Perkins 400 Series Engines
- Yanmar TNV Series Engines
Codes often confused with 8408.90
Common mistake. This code is crucial for distinguishing diesel engines by their intended use. It is often confused with 840810 (marine propulsion) or 840820 (vehicles of Chapter 87), so the 'other than' clause is key.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 840890, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 840890 in UN Comtrade data was the United Kingdom, with 16% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 20% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 United Kingdom $2.4B 16% of world exports
- 2 China $2.2B 14% of world exports
- 3 Japan $2.2B 14% of world exports
World total: $15.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $3.0B 20% of world imports
- 2 China $2.1B 14% of world imports
- 3 Germany $678M 4.6% of world imports
World total: $14.8B 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 codes for 8408.90 2
Brazil splits HS 8408.90 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 8408.90.10 Stationary diesel engines over 497.5 kWEstacionários, de potência normal ISO superior a 497,5 kW (663 HP), segundo Norma ISO 3046/1
- 8408.90.90 Other diesel enginesOutros
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 84.08 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8408.90
What is HS code 840890?
HS code 840890 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Engines; compression-ignition internal combustion piston engines (diesel or semi-diesel engines), of a kind used for other than marine propulsion or the vehicles of chapter 87. This HS code covers compression-ignition internal combustion piston engines (diesel or semi-diesel engines) that are used for purposes other than marine propulsion or the vehicles of Chapter 87 (e.g., cars, trucks, motorcycles). These engines are the workhorses of many industries, powering generators, construction machinery, agricultural equipment, industrial pumps, and various stationary applications. Importers are typically equipment manufacturers, power generation companies, and heavy machinery distributors. Exporters are major engine manufacturers with advanced engineering capabilities. Key considerations include power output, fuel efficiency, emissions standards, durability, and maintenance requirements, all of which are critical for industrial performance and regulatory compliance. The market is heavily influenced by infrastructure development, agricultural demand, and industrial growth worldwide.
What products fall under HS code 840890?
Industrial diesel engines, generator diesel engines, agricultural diesel engines, construction equipment diesel engines, stationary diesel engines, pump diesel engines, mining equipment diesel engines
What are common misclassifications for HS code 840890?
This code is crucial for distinguishing diesel engines by their intended use. It is often confused with 840810 (marine propulsion) or 840820 (vehicles of Chapter 87), so the 'other than' clause is key.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 840890?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 840890 in UN Comtrade data were the United Kingdom ($2.4B, 16% of world exports), China ($2.2B) and Japan ($2.2B). World exports came to about $15.6B, 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 goods under HS code 840890?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 840890 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($3.0B, 20% of world imports), China ($2.1B) and Germany ($678M). World imports came to about $14.8B, 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.
How is HS code 840890 structured?
HS code 840890 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (84) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (08) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (90) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 840890?
Brazil splits HS code 840890 into 2 NCM codes: 8408.90.10 (Stationary diesel engines over 497.5 kW), 8408.90.90 (Other diesel engines). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.