HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8426.91 – Cranes and derricks; designed for mounting on road vehicles
HS code 8426.91 is the 6-digit subheading for cranes and derricks, designed for mounting on road vehicles. It is used for knuckle boom crane, stiff boom crane, loader crane, truck-mounted hydraulic crane and utility crane.
What HS 8426.91 covers
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.
- Covers
- Knuckle boom crane
- Stiff boom crane
- Loader crane
- Truck-mounted hydraulic crane
- Utility crane
- Timber crane
- Hook loader
- Examples
- Palfinger PK 50002 EH
- Fassi F195A.0.23
- Hiab X-Duo 148
- Effer 205
Codes often confused with 8426.91
Common mistake. 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.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 842691, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 842691 in UN Comtrade data was Austria, with 24% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 10% 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 Austria $659M 24% of world exports
- 2 Italy $519M 19% of world exports
- 3 Poland $230M 8.5% of world exports
World total: $2.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $247M 10% of world imports
- 2 France $185M 7.6% of world imports
- 3 United States $174M 7.1% of world imports
World total: $2.5B 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 8426.91
Brazil does not split HS 8426.91: its NCM code is 8426.91.00.
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 8426.91
What is HS code 842691?
HS code 842691 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that 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.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 842691?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 842691 in UN Comtrade data were Austria ($659M, 24% of world exports), Italy ($519M) and Poland ($230M). World exports came to about $2.7B, 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 842691?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 842691 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($247M, 10% of world imports), France ($185M) and the United States ($174M). World imports 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.
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.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 842691?
In Brazil, HS code 842691 is NCM 8426.91.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.