HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8430.69 – Machinery; for moving, levelling, scraping, grading, excavating earth minerals or ores; not self propelled n.e.c in 84.30
HS code 8430.69 is the 6-digit subheading for machinery, for moving, levelling, scraping, grading, excavating earth minerals or ores, not self propelled n.e.c in 84.30. It is used for towed scrapers, box blades (tractor-mounted), land planes, rippers (non-self-propelled) and grader attachments (for skid steers).
What HS 8430.69 covers
This HS code encompasses a diverse range of non-self-propelled machinery used for moving, levelling, scraping, grading, or excavating earth, minerals, or ores, not elsewhere specified in heading 8430. These machines are typically attachments or towed implements, offering versatility and cost-effectiveness for various projects in construction, agriculture, and landscaping. The international trade in these goods supports contractors, farmers, and municipalities who require adaptable tools to complement their existing power units. Importers seek robust and efficient solutions for ground preparation, material handling, and site development. Exporters focus on manufacturing durable, high-performance attachments that can be easily integrated with different types of tractors or skid steers, emphasizing precision and operational flexibility.
- Covers
- Towed scrapers
- Box blades (tractor-mounted)
- Land planes
- Rippers (non-self-propelled)
- Grader attachments (for skid steers)
- Trenchers (pull-type)
- Rock rakes
- Landscape rakes
- Examples
- John Deere 1510 Scraper (towed)
- Land Pride BB1572 Box Blade
- Woods GTC72 Grader Blade
- Vermeer RTX1250 (pull-type trencher)
Codes often confused with 8430.69
Common mistake. This is a residual category for non-self-propelled earth-moving equipment. It might be confused with self-propelled versions in 8429 or 8430.50, or even agricultural machinery in Chapter 84 if the primary use is agricultural.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 843069, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 843069 in UN Comtrade data was Oman, with 27% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Saudi Arabia, with 45% 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 Oman $578M 27% of world exports
- 2 Indonesia $261M 12% of world exports
- 3 China $218M 10% of world exports
World total: $2.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Saudi Arabia $863M 45% of world imports
- 2 Qatar* ~$261M 14% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 United States $170M 8.9% of world imports
World total: $1.9B 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 8430.69 3
Brazil splits HS 8430.69 into 3 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 8430.69.1 Front-end attachments for backhoe loaders or loadersEquipamentos frontais para escavo-carregadores ou carregadores Group
- 8430.69.11 Loader front attachments over 4 m³Com capacidade de carga superior a 4 m³
- 8430.69.19 Loader front attachments, 4 m³ or lessOutros
- 8430.69.90 Other non-self-propelled earth-moving machineryOutros
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 8430.69
What is HS code 843069?
HS code 843069 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Machinery; for moving, levelling, scraping, grading, excavating earth minerals or ores; not self propelled n.e.c in 84.30. This HS code encompasses a diverse range of non-self-propelled machinery used for moving, levelling, scraping, grading, or excavating earth, minerals, or ores, not elsewhere specified in heading 8430. These machines are typically attachments or towed implements, offering versatility and cost-effectiveness for various projects in construction, agriculture, and landscaping. The international trade in these goods supports contractors, farmers, and municipalities who require adaptable tools to complement their existing power units. Importers seek robust and efficient solutions for ground preparation, material handling, and site development. Exporters focus on manufacturing durable, high-performance attachments that can be easily integrated with different types of tractors or skid steers, emphasizing precision and operational flexibility.
What products fall under HS code 843069?
Towed scrapers, box blades (tractor-mounted), land planes, rippers (non-self-propelled), grader attachments (for skid steers), trenchers (pull-type), rock rakes, landscape rakes
What are common misclassifications for HS code 843069?
This is a residual category for non-self-propelled earth-moving equipment. It might be confused with self-propelled versions in 8429 or 8430.50, or even agricultural machinery in Chapter 84 if the primary use is agricultural.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 843069?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 843069 in UN Comtrade data were Oman ($578M, 27% of world exports), Indonesia ($261M) and China ($218M). World exports came to about $2.1B, 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 843069?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 843069 in UN Comtrade data were Saudi Arabia ($863M, 45% of world imports), Qatar (about $261M) and the United States ($170M). World imports came to about $1.9B, 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 843069 structured?
HS code 843069 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 (69) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 843069?
Brazil splits HS code 843069 into 3 NCM codes: 8430.69.11 (Loader front attachments over 4 m³), 8430.69.19 (Loader front attachments, 4 m³ or less), 8430.69.90 (Other non-self-propelled earth-moving machinery). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.