HS Code Subheading

Winches; capstans; powered by an electric motor

8425.31 Subheading
Section XVI — Machinery and mechanical appliances; electrical equipment; parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers, television image and sound recorders and reproducers, and parts and accessories of such articles

About HS Code 842531

This HS code encompasses winches and capstans that are powered by an electric motor, playing a crucial role in various industries requiring controlled pulling or hoisting. These devices are widely used in marine applications for anchoring and mooring, in off-road vehicles for recovery, and across industrial sectors for material handling and positioning. Key importers include marine equipment suppliers, automotive aftermarket retailers, and manufacturing facilities, while exporters are typically specialized machinery manufacturers. When trading these goods, factors like load capacity, motor power, voltage requirements, and safety features are paramount. The global market sees significant movement of these electrically driven systems due to their efficiency and ease of operation in diverse environments.

Products Under This Code

Electric boat winches, industrial electric capstans, ATV electric winches, electric vehicle recovery winches, electric anchor winches, electric davit winches, electric trailer winches

Real World Examples

Warn Zeon, Maxwell RC Series, Lofrans X Series, Superwinch Talon, ComeUp Seal Gen2

Common Misclassification

This code is often confused with 842539 (winches/capstans not powered by an electric motor) due to similar function but different power source, or 842890 (other lifting machinery) if not clearly a winch or capstan.

Products Classified Under 8425.31

Electric winchPower winchMarine winch

Related Codes

8425.11 Pulley tackle and hoists; powered by an electric motor (excluding skip hoists or hoists of a kind used for raising vehicles) 8425.19 Pulley tackle and hoists; not powered by an electric motor (excluding skip hoists or hoists of a kind used for raising vehicles) 8425.39 Winches; capstans; not powered by an electric motor 8425.41 Jacks; built-in jacking systems of a type used in garages, for raising vehicles 8425.42 Jacks and hoists; hydraulic, of a kind used for raising vehicles 8425.49 Jacks and hoists; (other than hydraulic), of a kind used for raising vehicles

Industry

This code belongs to the Electronics & Electrical Equipment industry.

Trade Overview

China, Germany, and the USA are significant players in both manufacturing and trade of these electrically powered lifting devices.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 842531?

HS code 842531 covers: Winches; capstans; powered by an electric motor. This HS code encompasses winches and capstans that are powered by an electric motor, playing a crucial role in various industries requiring controlled pulling or hoisting. These devices are widely used in marine applications for anchoring and mooring, in off-road vehicles for recovery, and across industrial sectors for material handling and positioning. Key importers include marine equipment suppliers, automotive aftermarket retailers, and manufacturing facilities, while exporters are typically specialized machinery manufacturers. When trading these goods, factors like load capacity, motor power, voltage requirements, and safety features are paramount. The global market sees significant movement of these electrically driven systems due to their efficiency and ease of operation in diverse environments.

What products fall under HS code 842531?

Electric boat winches, industrial electric capstans, ATV electric winches, electric vehicle recovery winches, electric anchor winches, electric davit winches, electric trailer winches

What are common misclassifications for HS code 842531?

This code is often confused with 842539 (winches/capstans not powered by an electric motor) due to similar function but different power source, or 842890 (other lifting machinery) if not clearly a winch or capstan.

How is HS code 842531 structured?

HS code 842531 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (84) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (25) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (31) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.