HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8606.30 – Railway or tramway goods vans and wagons; self-discharging, not self-propelled, excluding those of item no. 8606.10
HS code 8606.30 is the 6-digit subheading for railway or tramway goods vans and wagons, self-discharging, not self-propelled, excluding those of item no. 8606.10. It is used for coal hopper wagons, ore wagons, ballast wagons, grain hopper wagons (self-discharging) and aggregate wagons.
What HS 8606.30 covers
This category covers non-self-propelled railway and tramway goods wagons designed for self-discharging, excluding tank wagons. These specialized wagons are indispensable for efficiently transporting bulk solids like coal, ore, gravel, sand, and agricultural products, where rapid unloading is essential. Industries such as mining, construction, and bulk agriculture heavily rely on these wagons to streamline logistics and reduce turnaround times at loading and unloading points. Importers are typically countries with significant raw material extraction industries or large-scale infrastructure projects, while exporters possess the engineering expertise to design and manufacture robust, high-capacity self-discharging mechanisms. Key trade factors include wagon capacity, discharge speed, durability, and compatibility with existing rail infrastructure and unloading facilities. The demand for these wagons often correlates with global commodity prices and infrastructure development cycles.
- Covers
- Coal hopper wagons
- Ore wagons
- Ballast wagons
- Grain hopper wagons (self-discharging)
- Aggregate wagons
- Side-tipping wagons
- Bottom-dump wagons
- Examples
- Wabtec self-discharging wagons
- CRRC hopper wagons
- Greenbrier auto-rack wagons
- FreightCar America rapid discharge hoppers
- Tatravagónka self-discharging wagons
Codes often confused with 8606.30
Common mistake. This code is specifically for self-discharging wagons and should not be confused with 860691 (covered and closed wagons) or 860692 (open wagons) which lack the self-discharging mechanism.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 860630, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 860630 in UN Comtrade data was Mexico, with 49% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Australia, with 28% 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 Mexico $449M 49% of world exports
- 2 China $153M 17% of world exports
- 3 Romania $81M 8.7% of world exports
World total: $925M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Australia $92M 28% of world imports
- 2 Canada $47M 14% of world imports
- 3 Mexico $32M 9.9% of world imports
World total: $326M 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 8606.30
Brazil does not split HS 8606.30: its NCM code is 8606.30.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 86.06 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8606.30
What is HS code 860630?
HS code 860630 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Railway or tramway goods vans and wagons; self-discharging, not self-propelled, excluding those of item no. 8606.10. This category covers non-self-propelled railway and tramway goods wagons designed for self-discharging, excluding tank wagons. These specialized wagons are indispensable for efficiently transporting bulk solids like coal, ore, gravel, sand, and agricultural products, where rapid unloading is essential. Industries such as mining, construction, and bulk agriculture heavily rely on these wagons to streamline logistics and reduce turnaround times at loading and unloading points. Importers are typically countries with significant raw material extraction industries or large-scale infrastructure projects, while exporters possess the engineering expertise to design and manufacture robust, high-capacity self-discharging mechanisms. Key trade factors include wagon capacity, discharge speed, durability, and compatibility with existing rail infrastructure and unloading facilities. The demand for these wagons often correlates with global commodity prices and infrastructure development cycles.
What products fall under HS code 860630?
Coal hopper wagons, Ore wagons, Ballast wagons, Grain hopper wagons (self-discharging), Aggregate wagons, Side-tipping wagons, Bottom-dump wagons
What are common misclassifications for HS code 860630?
This code is specifically for self-discharging wagons and should not be confused with 860691 (covered and closed wagons) or 860692 (open wagons) which lack the self-discharging mechanism.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 860630?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 860630 in UN Comtrade data were Mexico ($449M, 49% of world exports), China ($153M) and Romania ($81M). World exports came to about $925M, 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 860630?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 860630 in UN Comtrade data were Australia ($92M, 28% of world imports), Canada ($47M) and Mexico ($32M). World imports came to about $326M, 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 860630 structured?
HS code 860630 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (86) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (06) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (30) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 860630?
In Brazil, HS code 860630 is NCM 8606.30.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.