HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8430.49 – Boring and sinking machinery; not self-propelled
HS code 8430.49 is the 6-digit subheading for boring and sinking machinery, not self-propelled. It is used for core drilling rigs, blast hole drills, tunnel boring machines (non-self-propelled), water well drilling rigs and foundation piling rigs.
What HS 8430.49 covers
This HS code covers non-self-propelled machinery primarily used for boring, drilling, or sinking operations in various industries. This includes specialized equipment for mining, construction, geological exploration, and well drilling, where the machinery is either stationary or moved into position rather than being self-propelled. International trade in these goods is significant for countries with active resource extraction, infrastructure development, or geological survey projects. Major importers include mining companies, large construction firms, and specialized drilling contractors who require robust and precise equipment for challenging ground conditions. Exporters are typically industrialized nations with advanced manufacturing capabilities in heavy machinery, focusing on durability, power, and specialized features for deep or complex boring tasks. Key considerations in trade involve the machinery's capacity, drilling depth, and compatibility with various geological formations.
- Covers
- Core drilling rigs
- Blast hole drills
- Tunnel boring machines (non-self-propelled)
- Water well drilling rigs
- Foundation piling rigs
- Exploration drills
- Horizontal directional drilling rigs (non-self-propelled)
- Examples
- Sandvik DD422i (drill rig)
- Epiroc Boomer S2 (drill rig)
- Herrenknecht TBM (tunnel boring machine)
- Atlas Copco (various drilling equipment)
Codes often confused with 8430.49
Common mistake. This code is often confused with 8430.41 (boring and sinking machinery, self-propelled) or 8430.31 (coal or rock cutters, self-propelled). The critical distinction lies in the 'not self-propelled' characteristic.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 843049, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 843049 in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 57% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Canada, with 46% 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 United States $1.7B 57% of world exports
- 2 China $616M 20% of world exports
- 3 Germany $85M 2.8% of world exports
World total: $3.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Canada $1.6B 46% of world imports
- 2 Singapore $177M 4.9% of world imports
- 3 Myanmar $121M 3.4% of world imports
World total: $3.6B 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 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 codes for 8430.49 3
Brazil splits HS 8430.49 into 3 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 8430.49.10 Non-self-propelled percussion drilling rigsPerfuratriz de percussão
- 8430.49.20 Non-self-propelled rotary boring machinesMáquinas de sondagem, rotativas
- 8430.49.90 Other non-self-propelled boring machineryOutras
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 84.30 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8430.49
What is HS code 843049?
HS code 843049 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Boring and sinking machinery; not self-propelled. This HS code covers non-self-propelled machinery primarily used for boring, drilling, or sinking operations in various industries. This includes specialized equipment for mining, construction, geological exploration, and well drilling, where the machinery is either stationary or moved into position rather than being self-propelled. International trade in these goods is significant for countries with active resource extraction, infrastructure development, or geological survey projects. Major importers include mining companies, large construction firms, and specialized drilling contractors who require robust and precise equipment for challenging ground conditions. Exporters are typically industrialized nations with advanced manufacturing capabilities in heavy machinery, focusing on durability, power, and specialized features for deep or complex boring tasks. Key considerations in trade involve the machinery's capacity, drilling depth, and compatibility with various geological formations.
What products fall under HS code 843049?
Core drilling rigs, blast hole drills, tunnel boring machines (non-self-propelled), water well drilling rigs, foundation piling rigs, exploration drills, horizontal directional drilling rigs (non-self-propelled)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 843049?
This code is often confused with 8430.41 (boring and sinking machinery, self-propelled) or 8430.31 (coal or rock cutters, self-propelled). The critical distinction lies in the 'not self-propelled' characteristic.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 843049?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 843049 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($1.7B, 57% of world exports), China ($616M) and Germany ($85M). World exports came to about $3.0B, 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 843049?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 843049 in UN Comtrade data were Canada ($1.6B, 46% of world imports), Singapore ($177M) and Myanmar ($121M). World imports came to about $3.6B, 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 843049 structured?
HS code 843049 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (84) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (30) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (49) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 843049?
Brazil splits HS code 843049 into 3 NCM codes: 8430.49.10 (Non-self-propelled percussion drilling rigs), 8430.49.20 (Non-self-propelled rotary boring machines), 8430.49.90 (Other non-self-propelled boring machinery). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.