HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8607.91 – Railway or tramway locomotives; parts n.e.c. in heading no. 8607
HS code 8607.91 is the 6-digit subheading for railway or tramway locomotives, parts n.e.c. in heading no. 8607. It is used for locomotive engine blocks, traction motors, control panels, pantographs and locomotive chassis frames.
What HS 8607.91 covers
This HS code covers parts of railway or tramway locomotives not elsewhere specified (n.e.c.) in heading 8607. This broad category includes a diverse range of components vital for the construction, maintenance, and repair of locomotives, excluding specific items like brakes, couplings, or bogies. It encompasses everything from engine components and electrical systems to structural elements and cab parts. International trade is driven by the global demand for new locomotives and the ongoing need to maintain existing fleets, with specialized manufacturers supplying rail operators and locomotive builders worldwide. The complexity and variety of parts under this code reflect the sophisticated engineering involved in modern locomotives.
- Covers
- Locomotive engine blocks
- Traction motors
- Control panels
- Pantographs
- Locomotive chassis frames
- Cab components
- Electrical wiring harnesses
- Cooling systems
- Examples
- GE Transportation (Wabtec) engine parts
- Siemens Mobility electrical components
- EMD (Progress Rail) locomotive parts
- Alstom traction systems
Codes often confused with 8607.91
Common mistake. This code is often confused with 860799 (rolling stock parts n.e.c.) if the part's specific application for a locomotive versus other rolling stock is not clearly distinguished. Generic electrical or mechanical components might also be misclassified under other chapters if their specific use in a locomotive is overlooked.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 860791, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 860791 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 37% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 15% 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 China $465M 37% of world exports
- 2 United States $131M 10% of world exports
- 3 Germany $108M 8.6% of world exports
World total: $1.3B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $149M 15% of world imports
- 2 Spain $100M 9.9% of world imports
- 3 Germany $90M 8.9% of world imports
World total: $1.0B 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 8607.91
Brazil does not split HS 8607.91: its NCM code is 8607.91.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 86.07 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8607.91
What is HS code 860791?
HS code 860791 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Railway or tramway locomotives; parts n.e.c. in heading no. 8607. This HS code covers parts of railway or tramway locomotives not elsewhere specified (n.e.c.) in heading 8607. This broad category includes a diverse range of components vital for the construction, maintenance, and repair of locomotives, excluding specific items like brakes, couplings, or bogies. It encompasses everything from engine components and electrical systems to structural elements and cab parts. International trade is driven by the global demand for new locomotives and the ongoing need to maintain existing fleets, with specialized manufacturers supplying rail operators and locomotive builders worldwide. The complexity and variety of parts under this code reflect the sophisticated engineering involved in modern locomotives.
What products fall under HS code 860791?
Locomotive engine blocks, traction motors, control panels, pantographs, locomotive chassis frames, cab components, electrical wiring harnesses, cooling systems
What are common misclassifications for HS code 860791?
This code is often confused with 860799 (rolling stock parts n.e.c.) if the part's specific application for a locomotive versus other rolling stock is not clearly distinguished. Generic electrical or mechanical components might also be misclassified under other chapters if their specific use in a locomotive is overlooked.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 860791?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 860791 in UN Comtrade data were China ($465M, 37% of world exports), the United States ($131M) and Germany ($108M). World exports came to about $1.3B, 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 860791?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 860791 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($149M, 15% of world imports), Spain ($100M) and Germany ($90M). World imports came to about $1.0B, 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 860791 structured?
HS code 860791 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (86) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (07) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (91) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 860791?
In Brazil, HS code 860791 is NCM 8607.91.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.