HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8432.90 – Machinery; parts of machinery for soil preparation or cultivation or for rollers for lawns or sports-grounds
HS code 8432.90 is the 6-digit subheading for machinery, parts of machinery for soil preparation or cultivation or for rollers for lawns or sports-grounds. It is used for ploughshares, harrow discs, cultivator tines, roller segments and seeder openers.
What HS 8432.90 covers
This HS code covers parts of machinery used for soil preparation or cultivation, as well as parts for rollers used on lawns or sports-grounds. This is a crucial category for the maintenance and repair of farming equipment globally, ensuring the longevity and efficiency of agricultural operations. Major importers are countries with significant agricultural sectors or those that assemble such machinery, requiring a steady supply of components. Exporters are often industrial nations with strong manufacturing capabilities, specializing in durable and precision-engineered parts. Key things to know include the importance of material durability, such as hardened steel for ploughshares and cultivator tines, precision engineering for perfect compatibility with various machine models, and the global supply chain dynamics for these specialized components. The trade often involves specialized manufacturers supplying original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) or aftermarket distributors, highlighting a robust B2B market.
- Covers
- Ploughshares
- Harrow discs
- Cultivator tines
- Roller segments
- Seeder openers
- Subsoiler shanks
- Rotary tiller blades
- Examples
- John Deere plough parts
- Kubota cultivator tines
- CNH Industrial harrow discs
- Amazone roller components
Codes often confused with 8432.90
Common mistake. This code can be confused with 843221 (ploughs) or 843280 (other soil preparation machinery) if a part is mistaken for a complete machine, or with general metal parts in Chapter 73 if not clearly identifiable as machinery parts.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 843290, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 843290 in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 18% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 12% 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 Germany $674M 18% of world exports
- 2 China $530M 14% of world exports
- 3 Italy $398M 11% of world exports
World total: $3.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $460M 12% of world imports
- 2 France $374M 10% of world imports
- 3 United States $258M 6.9% of world imports
World total: $3.7B 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 code for 8432.90
Brazil does not split HS 8432.90: its NCM code is 8432.90.00.
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 8432.90
What is HS code 843290?
HS code 843290 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Machinery; parts of machinery for soil preparation or cultivation or for rollers for lawns or sports-grounds. This HS code covers parts of machinery used for soil preparation or cultivation, as well as parts for rollers used on lawns or sports-grounds. This is a crucial category for the maintenance and repair of farming equipment globally, ensuring the longevity and efficiency of agricultural operations. Major importers are countries with significant agricultural sectors or those that assemble such machinery, requiring a steady supply of components. Exporters are often industrial nations with strong manufacturing capabilities, specializing in durable and precision-engineered parts. Key things to know include the importance of material durability, such as hardened steel for ploughshares and cultivator tines, precision engineering for perfect compatibility with various machine models, and the global supply chain dynamics for these specialized components. The trade often involves specialized manufacturers supplying original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) or aftermarket distributors, highlighting a robust B2B market.
What products fall under HS code 843290?
Ploughshares, Harrow discs, Cultivator tines, Roller segments, Seeder openers, Subsoiler shanks, Rotary tiller blades
What are common misclassifications for HS code 843290?
This code can be confused with 843221 (ploughs) or 843280 (other soil preparation machinery) if a part is mistaken for a complete machine, or with general metal parts in Chapter 73 if not clearly identifiable as machinery parts.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 843290?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 843290 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($674M, 18% of world exports), China ($530M) and Italy ($398M). World exports came to about $3.7B, 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 843290?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 843290 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($460M, 12% of world imports), France ($374M) and the United States ($258M). World imports came to about $3.7B, 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.
How is HS code 843290 structured?
HS code 843290 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 (90) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 843290?
In Brazil, HS code 843290 is NCM 8432.90.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.