HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8432.31 – Seeders, planters and transplanters; no-till direct seeders, planters and transplanters
HS code 8432.31 is the 6-digit subheading for seeders, planters and transplanters, no-till direct seeders, planters and transplanters. It is used for no-till grain drills, direct seed planters, conservation tillage planters, strip-till planters and no-till corn planters.
What HS 8432.31 covers
This HS code specifically covers no-till direct seeders, planters, and transplanters, which are at the forefront of conservation agriculture. These machines are designed to place seeds or seedlings directly into undisturbed soil, minimizing erosion, conserving soil moisture, and improving soil health. The international trade in these specialized machines is driven by the global shift towards sustainable farming practices and the need for increased agricultural efficiency. Exporters are typically manufacturers focused on precision agriculture technology, while importers are farmers and agricultural enterprises adopting environmentally friendly cultivation methods. Key features include precise seed placement, effective residue handling, and robust construction to perform in varied soil conditions without prior tillage.
- Covers
- No-till grain drills
- Direct seed planters
- Conservation tillage planters
- Strip-till planters
- No-till corn planters
- No-till soybean planters
- Direct seed transplanters
- Examples
- John Deere 1770NT no-till planter
- Kinze 4900 no-till planter
- Great Plains no-till drills
- Horsch Pronto DC direct drills
- Väderstad Rapid direct seeders
Codes often confused with 8432.31
Common mistake. The key differentiator is 'no-till direct.' Other seeders/planters (8432.39) require prior soil preparation. It's important to verify the machine's operational principle.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 843231, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 843231 in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 17% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 13% 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 $97M 17% of world exports
- 2 Germany $96M 17% of world exports
- 3 Canada $88M 16% of world exports
World total: $559M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $88M 13% of world imports
- 2 Canada $66M 10% of world imports
- 3 Paraguay $39M 6.1% of world imports
World total: $653M 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 8432.31 2
Brazil splits HS 8432.31 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 8432.31.10 No-till seed-fertiliser drillsSemeadores-adubadores
- 8432.31.90 Other no-till seeders, planters, transplantersOutros
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 84.32 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8432.31
What is HS code 843231?
HS code 843231 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Seeders, planters and transplanters; no-till direct seeders, planters and transplanters. This HS code specifically covers no-till direct seeders, planters, and transplanters, which are at the forefront of conservation agriculture. These machines are designed to place seeds or seedlings directly into undisturbed soil, minimizing erosion, conserving soil moisture, and improving soil health. The international trade in these specialized machines is driven by the global shift towards sustainable farming practices and the need for increased agricultural efficiency. Exporters are typically manufacturers focused on precision agriculture technology, while importers are farmers and agricultural enterprises adopting environmentally friendly cultivation methods. Key features include precise seed placement, effective residue handling, and robust construction to perform in varied soil conditions without prior tillage.
What products fall under HS code 843231?
No-till grain drills, direct seed planters, conservation tillage planters, strip-till planters, no-till corn planters, no-till soybean planters, direct seed transplanters
What are common misclassifications for HS code 843231?
The key differentiator is 'no-till direct.' Other seeders/planters (8432.39) require prior soil preparation. It's important to verify the machine's operational principle.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 843231?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 843231 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($97M, 17% of world exports), Germany ($96M) and Canada ($88M). World exports came to about $559M, 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 843231?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 843231 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($88M, 13% of world imports), Canada ($66M) and Paraguay ($39M). World imports came to about $653M, 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 843231 structured?
HS code 843231 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (84) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (32) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (31) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 843231?
Brazil splits HS code 843231 into 2 NCM codes: 8432.31.10 (No-till seed-fertiliser drills), 8432.31.90 (Other no-till seeders, planters, transplanters). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.