HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8429.19 – Bulldozers and angledozers; self-propelled, other than track laying
HS code 8429.19 is the 6-digit subheading for bulldozers and angledozers, self-propelled, other than track laying. It is used for wheeled bulldozers, rubber-tired dozers, compact wheeled dozers, articulated wheeled dozers and push-pull scrapers (dozer-like).
What HS 8429.19 covers
This category includes self-propelled bulldozers and angledozers that operate on wheels rather than tracks, offering enhanced speed and maneuverability on paved surfaces or less rugged terrain. These machines are crucial for construction, road maintenance, and material handling tasks where quick repositioning and versatility are beneficial. International trade sees demand from construction companies, municipal public works departments, and industrial sites requiring efficient earthmoving capabilities without the need for extreme traction. Importers often seek a balance of power and operational flexibility. Exporters are leading heavy equipment manufacturers. Key trade factors include engine power, blade size, tire durability, road-worthiness for transport, and ease of operation across various job sites. The market values machines that can perform effectively in diverse environments.
- Covers
- Wheeled bulldozers
- Rubber-tired dozers
- Compact wheeled dozers
- Articulated wheeled dozers
- Push-pull scrapers (dozer-like)
- Industrial wheeled dozers
- Examples
- Caterpillar 854K Wheel Dozer
- Komatsu WD600 Wheel Dozer
- Volvo L350H (often used as a dozer)
- Liebherr L 586 XPower (wheel loader often configured as dozer)
Codes often confused with 8429.19
Common mistake. Frequently confused with track-laying bulldozers (8429.11) due to similar function, but the 'other than track laying' (i.e., wheeled) distinction is crucial. Also, can be mistaken for wheel loaders (8429.51) if the primary function is not clearly dozing.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 842919, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 842919 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 12% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was India, with 8.3% 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 $28M 12% of world exports
- 2 Australia $27M 12% of world exports
- 3 United States $27M 12% of world exports
World total: $229M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 India $36M 8.3% of world imports
- 2 Romania $25M 5.9% of world imports
- 3 Papua New Guinea* ~$25M 5.9% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $429M 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 8429.19 2
Brazil splits HS 8429.19 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 8429.19.10 Non-crawler bulldozers, 315 HP or moreBulldozers de potência no volante igual ou superior a 234,90 kW (315 HP)
- 8429.19.90 Other non-crawler bulldozers and angledozersOutros
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 84.29 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8429.19
What is HS code 842919?
HS code 842919 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Bulldozers and angledozers; self-propelled, other than track laying. This category includes self-propelled bulldozers and angledozers that operate on wheels rather than tracks, offering enhanced speed and maneuverability on paved surfaces or less rugged terrain. These machines are crucial for construction, road maintenance, and material handling tasks where quick repositioning and versatility are beneficial. International trade sees demand from construction companies, municipal public works departments, and industrial sites requiring efficient earthmoving capabilities without the need for extreme traction. Importers often seek a balance of power and operational flexibility. Exporters are leading heavy equipment manufacturers. Key trade factors include engine power, blade size, tire durability, road-worthiness for transport, and ease of operation across various job sites. The market values machines that can perform effectively in diverse environments.
What products fall under HS code 842919?
Wheeled bulldozers, rubber-tired dozers, compact wheeled dozers, articulated wheeled dozers, push-pull scrapers (dozer-like), industrial wheeled dozers
What are common misclassifications for HS code 842919?
Frequently confused with track-laying bulldozers (8429.11) due to similar function, but the 'other than track laying' (i.e., wheeled) distinction is crucial. Also, can be mistaken for wheel loaders (8429.51) if the primary function is not clearly dozing.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 842919?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 842919 in UN Comtrade data were China ($28M, 12% of world exports), Australia ($27M) and the United States ($27M). World exports came to about $229M, 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 842919?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 842919 in UN Comtrade data were India ($36M, 8.3% of world imports), Romania ($25M) and Papua New Guinea (about $25M). World imports came to about $429M, 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 842919 structured?
HS code 842919 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (84) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (29) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (19) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 842919?
Brazil splits HS code 842919 into 2 NCM codes: 8429.19.10 (Non-crawler bulldozers, 315 HP or more), 8429.19.90 (Other non-crawler bulldozers and angledozers). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.