HS Code Subheading

Cranes and derricks; designed for mounting on road vehicles

8426.91 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 842691

This HS code specifically covers cranes and derricks designed for mounting on road vehicles, meaning the crane unit itself, not the self-propelled vehicle. These are typically hydraulic loader cranes or knuckle boom cranes, which are attached to trucks to provide lifting and handling capabilities for logistics, construction, and utility services. They are widely traded internationally, with specialized crane attachment manufacturers exporting to vehicle bodybuilders, logistics companies, and municipal service providers. Key considerations for trade include lifting capacity, reach, mounting compatibility with various truck chassis, and safety features. Their versatility makes them indispensable for tasks requiring both transport and lifting at the point of delivery or work.

Products Under This Code

Knuckle boom crane, stiff boom crane, loader crane, truck-mounted hydraulic crane, utility crane, timber crane, hook loader

Real World Examples

Palfinger PK 50002 EH, Fassi F195A.0.23, Hiab X-Duo 148, Effer 205

Common Misclassification

Can be confused with 842641 (self-propelled truck cranes) if the distinction between the crane as an attachment versus a fully integrated self-propelled unit is not clear.

Products Classified Under 8426.91

Truck mounted craneLoader craneBoom truck

Related Codes

8426.11 Cranes; overhead travelling cranes on fixed support 8426.12 Cranes; mobile lifting frames on tyres and straddle carriers 8426.19 Cranes; transporter, gantry and bridge cranes 8426.20 Cranes; tower cranes 8426.30 Cranes; portal or pedestal jib cranes 8426.41 Cranes; self-propelled derricks and cranes, on tyres, n.e.c. in heading no. 8426 8426.49 Cranes; self-propelled derricks and cranes, not on tyres, n.e.c. in heading no. 8426 8426.99 Cranes and derricks; for other than mounting on road vehicles, n.e.c. in heading no. 8426

Industry

This code belongs to the Electronics & Electrical Equipment industry.

Trade Overview

Italy, Sweden, and Austria are major exporters; USA, Germany, and the UK are significant importers for logistics and construction applications.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 842691?

HS code 842691 covers: Cranes and derricks; designed for mounting on road vehicles. This HS code specifically covers cranes and derricks designed for mounting on road vehicles, meaning the crane unit itself, not the self-propelled vehicle. These are typically hydraulic loader cranes or knuckle boom cranes, which are attached to trucks to provide lifting and handling capabilities for logistics, construction, and utility services. They are widely traded internationally, with specialized crane attachment manufacturers exporting to vehicle bodybuilders, logistics companies, and municipal service providers. Key considerations for trade include lifting capacity, reach, mounting compatibility with various truck chassis, and safety features. Their versatility makes them indispensable for tasks requiring both transport and lifting at the point of delivery or work.

What products fall under HS code 842691?

Knuckle boom crane, stiff boom crane, loader crane, truck-mounted hydraulic crane, utility crane, timber crane, hook loader

What are common misclassifications for HS code 842691?

Can be confused with 842641 (self-propelled truck cranes) if the distinction between the crane as an attachment versus a fully integrated self-propelled unit is not clear.

How is HS code 842691 structured?

HS code 842691 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 (91) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.