About HS Code 842630
This category encompasses portal or pedestal jib cranes, distinguished by their unique support structures (a portal frame or a central pedestal) and a projecting jib. These cranes are commonly deployed in shipyards, ports, and heavy industrial facilities for tasks such as loading and unloading vessels, handling large components, or serving specific workstations. They offer a robust balance of reach, lifting capacity, and stability, making them ideal for heavy-duty, fixed-point operations. Importers include port authorities, shipbuilding companies, and heavy manufacturing plants, while exporters are specialized crane manufacturers. Key trading factors involve lifting capacity, outreach, slewing capability, and environmental resistance, as they often operate in harsh outdoor conditions.
Products Under This Code
Ship-to-shore (STS) cranes, shipyard portal cranes, dockside jib cranes, pedestal mounted offshore cranes, wharf cranes, slewing jib cranes (large industrial), level luffing cranes
Real World Examples
Liebherr STS Cranes, Konecranes Gottwald Mobile Harbour Cranes (pedestal), ZPMC STS Cranes, Palfinger Marine Pedestal Cranes, MacGregor Offshore Cranes
Common Misclassification
Can be confused with other gantry or bridge cranes (842619) if the specific 'portal' or 'pedestal jib' design is not clearly identified, or with smaller jib cranes (842890) if not of the heavy-duty type.
Products Classified Under 8426.30
Industry
This code belongs to the Electronics & Electrical Equipment industry.
Trade Overview
Germany, China, and Japan are key players in the production and global supply of these specialized port and industrial cranes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 842630?
HS code 842630 covers: Cranes; portal or pedestal jib cranes. This category encompasses portal or pedestal jib cranes, distinguished by their unique support structures (a portal frame or a central pedestal) and a projecting jib. These cranes are commonly deployed in shipyards, ports, and heavy industrial facilities for tasks such as loading and unloading vessels, handling large components, or serving specific workstations. They offer a robust balance of reach, lifting capacity, and stability, making them ideal for heavy-duty, fixed-point operations. Importers include port authorities, shipbuilding companies, and heavy manufacturing plants, while exporters are specialized crane manufacturers. Key trading factors involve lifting capacity, outreach, slewing capability, and environmental resistance, as they often operate in harsh outdoor conditions.
What products fall under HS code 842630?
Ship-to-shore (STS) cranes, shipyard portal cranes, dockside jib cranes, pedestal mounted offshore cranes, wharf cranes, slewing jib cranes (large industrial), level luffing cranes
What are common misclassifications for HS code 842630?
Can be confused with other gantry or bridge cranes (842619) if the specific 'portal' or 'pedestal jib' design is not clearly identified, or with smaller jib cranes (842890) if not of the heavy-duty type.
How is HS code 842630 structured?
HS code 842630 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (84) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (26) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (30) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.