HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8426.49 – Cranes; self-propelled derricks and cranes, not on tyres, n.e.c. in heading no. 8426
HS code 8426.49 is the 6-digit subheading for cranes, self-propelled derricks and cranes, not on tyres, n.e.c. in heading no. 8426. It is used for crawler crane, lattice boom crane, heavy lift crane, foundation crane and port crane (track-mounted).
What HS 8426.49 covers
This category covers self-propelled derricks and cranes that do not operate on tyres, primarily referring to crawler cranes. These machines are characterized by their track-based mobility, offering superior stability and lifting capacity for extremely heavy loads, often in challenging terrain or large-scale projects like port construction, power plants, and bridge building. International trade involves specialized heavy machinery manufacturers exporting to large-scale construction and infrastructure development companies, as well as mining and energy sectors. Key aspects include their immense lifting power, the need for on-site assembly, and their suitability for long-term, static heavy-lift operations rather than frequent relocation. Their trade is often tied to major capital projects.
- Covers
- Crawler crane
- Lattice boom crane
- Heavy lift crane
- Foundation crane
- Port crane (track-mounted)
- Pedestal crane (self-propelled, non-tyre)
- Examples
- Liebherr LR 13000
- Manitowoc MLC650
- Sany SCC8000A
- XCMG XGC88000
Codes often confused with 8426.49
Common mistake. Often confused with 842641 (self-propelled on tyres) due to both being self-propelled cranes, but the distinction lies in the mobility mechanism (tracks vs. tyres).
Top exporters and importers of HS code 842649, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 842649 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 35% 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 China $1.1B 35% of world exports
- 2 Germany $496M 15% of world exports
- 3 Japan $310M 9.7% of world exports
World total: $3.2B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $623M 20% of world imports
- 2 India $372M 12% of world imports
- 3 United Arab Emirates* ~$156M 5.0% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $3.1B 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 8426.49 2
Brazil splits HS 8426.49 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 8426.49.10 Crawler cranes, 70 t or moreDe lagartas (esteiras), com capacidade de elevação igual ou superior a 70 t
- 8426.49.90 Other self-propelled cranes, not on tyresOutros
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 84.26 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8426.49
What is HS code 842649?
HS code 842649 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Cranes; self-propelled derricks and cranes, not on tyres, n.e.c. in heading no. 8426. This category covers self-propelled derricks and cranes that do not operate on tyres, primarily referring to crawler cranes. These machines are characterized by their track-based mobility, offering superior stability and lifting capacity for extremely heavy loads, often in challenging terrain or large-scale projects like port construction, power plants, and bridge building. International trade involves specialized heavy machinery manufacturers exporting to large-scale construction and infrastructure development companies, as well as mining and energy sectors. Key aspects include their immense lifting power, the need for on-site assembly, and their suitability for long-term, static heavy-lift operations rather than frequent relocation. Their trade is often tied to major capital projects.
What products fall under HS code 842649?
Crawler crane, lattice boom crane, heavy lift crane, foundation crane, port crane (track-mounted), pedestal crane (self-propelled, non-tyre)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 842649?
Often confused with 842641 (self-propelled on tyres) due to both being self-propelled cranes, but the distinction lies in the mobility mechanism (tracks vs. tyres).
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 842649?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 842649 in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.1B, 35% of world exports), Germany ($496M) and Japan ($310M). World exports came to about $3.2B, 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 842649?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 842649 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($623M, 20% of world imports), India ($372M) and the United Arab Emirates (about $156M). World imports came to about $3.1B, 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 842649 structured?
HS code 842649 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 (49) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 842649?
Brazil splits HS code 842649 into 2 NCM codes: 8426.49.10 (Crawler cranes, 70 t or more), 8426.49.90 (Other self-propelled cranes, not on tyres). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.