HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8428.33 – Elevators and conveyors; continuous-action, for goods or materials, belt type, n.e.c. in item no. 8428.20 or 8428.31
HS code 8428.33 is the 6-digit subheading for elevators and conveyors, continuous-action, for goods or materials, belt type, n.e.c. in item no. 8428.20 or 8428.31. It is used for flat belt conveyors, troughed belt conveyors, modular belt conveyors, cleated belt conveyors and incline belt conveyors.
What HS 8428.33 covers
This category encompasses continuous-action belt-type elevators and conveyors, which are fundamental to material handling across a vast array of sectors including manufacturing, logistics, mining, and agriculture. These systems are crucial for moving goods horizontally, on inclines, or even vertically over varying distances. International trade involves both standard modular units and custom-engineered solutions, with major importers being large-scale industrial operations, distribution centers, and port authorities focused on optimizing material flow. Exporters are typically specialized machinery manufacturers from industrialized nations. Key considerations for trade include system capacity, belt material suitability for specific goods (e.g., food-grade, abrasive resistance), energy efficiency, and seamless integration with existing automation systems. Global demand is consistently high, fueled by industrial expansion and the continuous need for efficient logistics infrastructure.
- Covers
- Flat belt conveyors
- Troughed belt conveyors
- Modular belt conveyors
- Cleated belt conveyors
- Incline belt conveyors
- Curve belt conveyors
- Roller bed belt conveyors
- Telescopic belt conveyors
- Examples
- Intralox modular belt conveyors
- Bosch Rexroth belt conveyors
- Interroll belt conveyors
- Dematic belt conveyor systems
Codes often confused with 8428.33
Common mistake. Often confused with 8428.39 (other continuous action conveyors) if the specific belt mechanism isn't clearly defined, or 8428.32 (bucket type) if the distinction between bulk handling methods is blurred.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 842833, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 842833 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 37% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 14% 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 $1.7B 37% of world exports
- 2 Germany $586M 13% of world exports
- 3 Netherlands $274M 5.9% of world exports
World total: $4.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $659M 14% of world imports
- 2 Vietnam* ~$296M 6.4% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Germany $228M 4.9% of world imports
World total: $4.6B 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 code for 8428.33
Brazil does not split HS 8428.33: its NCM code is 8428.33.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 84.28 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8428.33
What is HS code 842833?
HS code 842833 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Elevators and conveyors; continuous-action, for goods or materials, belt type, n.e.c. in item no. 8428.20 or 8428.31. This category encompasses continuous-action belt-type elevators and conveyors, which are fundamental to material handling across a vast array of sectors including manufacturing, logistics, mining, and agriculture. These systems are crucial for moving goods horizontally, on inclines, or even vertically over varying distances. International trade involves both standard modular units and custom-engineered solutions, with major importers being large-scale industrial operations, distribution centers, and port authorities focused on optimizing material flow. Exporters are typically specialized machinery manufacturers from industrialized nations. Key considerations for trade include system capacity, belt material suitability for specific goods (e.g., food-grade, abrasive resistance), energy efficiency, and seamless integration with existing automation systems. Global demand is consistently high, fueled by industrial expansion and the continuous need for efficient logistics infrastructure.
What products fall under HS code 842833?
Flat belt conveyors, troughed belt conveyors, modular belt conveyors, cleated belt conveyors, incline belt conveyors, curve belt conveyors, roller bed belt conveyors, telescopic belt conveyors
What are common misclassifications for HS code 842833?
Often confused with 8428.39 (other continuous action conveyors) if the specific belt mechanism isn't clearly defined, or 8428.32 (bucket type) if the distinction between bulk handling methods is blurred.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 842833?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 842833 in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.7B, 37% of world exports), Germany ($586M) and the Netherlands ($274M). World exports came to about $4.7B, 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 842833?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 842833 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($659M, 14% of world imports), Vietnam (about $296M) and Germany ($228M). World imports came to about $4.6B, 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 842833 structured?
HS code 842833 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 (33) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 842833?
In Brazil, HS code 842833 is NCM 8428.33.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.