HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8425.42 – Jacks and hoists; hydraulic, of a kind used for raising vehicles
HS code 8425.42 is the 6-digit subheading for jacks and hoists, hydraulic, of a kind used for raising vehicles. It is used for hydraulic floor jacks, bottle jacks, transmission jacks, engine hoists (hydraulic) and trolley jacks.
What HS 8425.42 covers
This category covers hydraulic jacks and hoists specifically engineered for raising vehicles, encompassing a wide range from compact car jacks to heavy-duty truck lifts. These devices are ubiquitous in automotive repair shops, roadside assistance vehicles, and even personal garages due to their powerful and smooth lifting capabilities. Importers include auto parts retailers, automotive workshops, and general hardware stores, while exporters are typically manufacturers specializing in hydraulic lifting equipment. When trading, factors such as lifting capacity, maximum lift height, safety features, and portability are crucial, as these tools are fundamental for vehicle maintenance and emergency situations globally.
- Covers
- Hydraulic floor jacks
- Bottle jacks
- Transmission jacks
- Engine hoists (hydraulic)
- Trolley jacks
- High-lift jacks (hydraulic)
- Air-over-hydraulic jacks
- Examples
- Arcan
- Torin Big Red
- Hein-Werner
- OTC Tools
- Sunex Tools
Codes often confused with 8425.42
Common mistake. Often confused with 842549 (non-hydraulic vehicle jacks) due to similar function, or 842541 if they are part of a built-in garage system.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 842542, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 842542 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 51% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 19% 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 China $1.3B 51% of world exports
- 2 Germany $184M 7.4% of world exports
- 3 France $181M 7.2% of world exports
World total: $2.5B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $401M 19% of world imports
- 2 France $172M 8.2% of world imports
- 3 Germany $114M 5.4% of world imports
World total: $2.1B 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 code for 8425.42
Brazil does not split HS 8425.42: its NCM code is 8425.42.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 84.25 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8425.42
What is HS code 842542?
HS code 842542 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Jacks and hoists; hydraulic, of a kind used for raising vehicles. This category covers hydraulic jacks and hoists specifically engineered for raising vehicles, encompassing a wide range from compact car jacks to heavy-duty truck lifts. These devices are ubiquitous in automotive repair shops, roadside assistance vehicles, and even personal garages due to their powerful and smooth lifting capabilities. Importers include auto parts retailers, automotive workshops, and general hardware stores, while exporters are typically manufacturers specializing in hydraulic lifting equipment. When trading, factors such as lifting capacity, maximum lift height, safety features, and portability are crucial, as these tools are fundamental for vehicle maintenance and emergency situations globally.
What products fall under HS code 842542?
Hydraulic floor jacks, bottle jacks, transmission jacks, engine hoists (hydraulic), trolley jacks, high-lift jacks (hydraulic), air-over-hydraulic jacks
What are common misclassifications for HS code 842542?
Often confused with 842549 (non-hydraulic vehicle jacks) due to similar function, or 842541 if they are part of a built-in garage system.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 842542?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 842542 in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.3B, 51% of world exports), Germany ($184M) and France ($181M). World exports came to about $2.5B, 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 842542?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 842542 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($401M, 19% of world imports), France ($172M) and Germany ($114M). World imports came to about $2.1B, 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 842542 structured?
HS code 842542 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 (42) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 842542?
In Brazil, HS code 842542 is NCM 8425.42.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.