HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8606.99 – Railway or tramway goods vans and wagons; n.e.c. in heading no. 8606, not self-propelled
HS code 8606.99 is the 6-digit subheading for railway or tramway goods vans and wagons, n.e.c. in heading no. 8606, not self-propelled. It is used for flat wagons (general purpose), car carrier wagons, well wagons, container flat wagons (without covers) and articulated wagons.
What HS 8606.99 covers
This "not elsewhere specified" (NES) HS code acts as a catch-all for non-self-propelled railway or tramway goods vans and wagons that don't fit into the more specific categories within heading 8606. This includes a diverse range of specialized wagons designed for unique transport needs, such as flat wagons for oversized cargo, car carriers, well wagons for heavy and high loads, or wagons with specific temperature control features not classified as tank wagons. Trade in these items is often project-specific, driven by niche industrial requirements or specialized logistics challenges. Importers might be countries undertaking unique infrastructure projects or those with specialized manufacturing industries, while exporters are typically highly specialized manufacturers capable of custom engineering. Key aspects of this trade involve bespoke design, adherence to specific load dimensions and weights, and compliance with specialized safety and operational standards.
- Covers
- Flat wagons (general purpose)
- Car carrier wagons
- Well wagons
- Container flat wagons (without covers)
- Articulated wagons
- Heavy-duty transport wagons
- Special purpose flatcars
- Examples
- Greenbrier auto-rack wagons
- CRRC flat wagons
- Siemens special transport wagons
- VTG container wagons
- Tatravagónka specialized flat wagons
Codes often confused with 8606.99
Common mistake. This code is for miscellaneous wagons not covered by other 8606 subheadings, and care must be taken not to misclassify specific types like tank wagons (860610) or self-discharging wagons (860630) here.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 860699, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 860699 in UN Comtrade data was Slovakia, with 40% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 32% 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 Slovakia $373M 40% of world exports
- 2 China $96M 10% of world exports
- 3 Türkiye $95M 10% of world exports
World total: $943M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $447M 32% of world imports
- 2 Myanmar $145M 10% of world imports
- 3 Austria $141M 10% of world imports
World total: $1.4B 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 8606.99
Brazil does not split HS 8606.99: its NCM code is 8606.99.00.
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 8606.99
What is HS code 860699?
HS code 860699 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Railway or tramway goods vans and wagons; n.e.c. in heading no. 8606, not self-propelled. This "not elsewhere specified" (NES) HS code acts as a catch-all for non-self-propelled railway or tramway goods vans and wagons that don't fit into the more specific categories within heading 8606. This includes a diverse range of specialized wagons designed for unique transport needs, such as flat wagons for oversized cargo, car carriers, well wagons for heavy and high loads, or wagons with specific temperature control features not classified as tank wagons. Trade in these items is often project-specific, driven by niche industrial requirements or specialized logistics challenges. Importers might be countries undertaking unique infrastructure projects or those with specialized manufacturing industries, while exporters are typically highly specialized manufacturers capable of custom engineering. Key aspects of this trade involve bespoke design, adherence to specific load dimensions and weights, and compliance with specialized safety and operational standards.
What products fall under HS code 860699?
Flat wagons (general purpose), Car carrier wagons, Well wagons, Container flat wagons (without covers), Articulated wagons, Heavy-duty transport wagons, Special purpose flatcars
What are common misclassifications for HS code 860699?
This code is for miscellaneous wagons not covered by other 8606 subheadings, and care must be taken not to misclassify specific types like tank wagons (860610) or self-discharging wagons (860630) here.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 860699?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 860699 in UN Comtrade data were Slovakia ($373M, 40% of world exports), China ($96M) and Türkiye ($95M). World exports came to about $943M, 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 860699?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 860699 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($447M, 32% of world imports), Myanmar ($145M) and Austria ($141M). World imports came to about $1.4B, 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 860699 structured?
HS code 860699 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 (99) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 860699?
In Brazil, HS code 860699 is NCM 8606.99.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.