HS Code Subheading

Lifts and skip hoists

8428.10 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 842810

This HS code covers lifts and skip hoists, primarily referring to passenger and freight elevators, as well as construction hoists and skip hoists used in industrial and mining applications. These vertical transport systems are fundamental to modern architecture, construction, and industrial processes, enabling efficient movement of people and goods within multi-story structures or between different levels. International trade involves specialized elevator and hoist manufacturers exporting to construction companies, real estate developers, and mining operations worldwide. Key trade considerations include safety standards, capacity, speed, energy efficiency, and compliance with building codes. Their global demand is driven by urbanization, infrastructure development, and industrial expansion.

Products Under This Code

Passenger elevator, freight elevator, dumbwaiter, construction hoist, skip hoist, platform lift, home lift, goods lift

Real World Examples

Otis Gen2 series, Schindler 3300 series, Kone MonoSpace, Alimak Hek construction hoists

Common Misclassification

Can be confused with 842831 (continuous-action elevators for underground use) if the 'continuous-action' and 'underground' specifics are not noted, or with general lifting machinery in 842890.

Products Classified Under 8428.10

ElevatorLiftSkip hoist

Related Codes

8428.20 Elevators and conveyors; pneumatic 8428.31 Elevators and conveyors; continuous-action, for goods and materials, specially designed for underground use, n.e.c. in item no. 8428.20 8428.32 Elevators and conveyors; continuous-action, for goods or materials, bucket type, n.e.c. in item no. 8428.20 or 8428.31 8428.33 Elevators and conveyors; continuous-action, for goods or materials, belt type, n.e.c. in item no. 8428.20 or 8428.31 8428.39 Elevators and conveyors; continuous-action, for goods or materials, n.e.c. in item no. 8428.20, 8428.31, 8428.32 or 8428.33 8428.40 Escalators and moving walkways 8428.60 Teleferics, chair-lifts, ski-draglines, traction mechanisms for funiculars 8428.70 Industrial robots 8428.90 Lifting, handling, loading or unloading machinery; n.e.c. in heading no. 8425, 8426, 8427 or 8428

Industry

This code belongs to the Electronics & Electrical Equipment industry.

Trade Overview

China, Germany, and USA are leading exporters; India, the UAE, and USA are major importers for urban development and infrastructure projects.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 842810?

HS code 842810 covers: Lifts and skip hoists. This HS code covers lifts and skip hoists, primarily referring to passenger and freight elevators, as well as construction hoists and skip hoists used in industrial and mining applications. These vertical transport systems are fundamental to modern architecture, construction, and industrial processes, enabling efficient movement of people and goods within multi-story structures or between different levels. International trade involves specialized elevator and hoist manufacturers exporting to construction companies, real estate developers, and mining operations worldwide. Key trade considerations include safety standards, capacity, speed, energy efficiency, and compliance with building codes. Their global demand is driven by urbanization, infrastructure development, and industrial expansion.

What products fall under HS code 842810?

Passenger elevator, freight elevator, dumbwaiter, construction hoist, skip hoist, platform lift, home lift, goods lift

What are common misclassifications for HS code 842810?

Can be confused with 842831 (continuous-action elevators for underground use) if the 'continuous-action' and 'underground' specifics are not noted, or with general lifting machinery in 842890.

How is HS code 842810 structured?

HS code 842810 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (84) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (28) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.