HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8716.20 – Trailers and semi-trailers; self-loading or self-unloading, for agricultural purposes
HS code 8716.20 is the 6-digit subheading for trailers and semi-trailers, self-loading or self-unloading, for agricultural purposes. It is used for forage wagons, manure spreaders (trailer type), bale trailers (self-loading), grain carts (self-unloading) and silage trailers.
What HS 8716.20 covers
This HS code is specific to trailers and semi-trailers that are self-loading or self-unloading and designed for agricultural purposes. These specialized vehicles are crucial for modern farming operations, enhancing efficiency in tasks like harvesting, feeding livestock, and spreading materials. International trade in these machines is driven by the global agricultural sector's need for advanced equipment to improve productivity and reduce labor costs. Major exporters are typically agricultural machinery manufacturers in countries with highly developed agricultural industries, such as Germany, the USA, and France, known for their engineering prowess. Importers include large-scale farms, agricultural cooperatives, and equipment distributors in farming regions worldwide. Key trade considerations involve the specific crop or livestock needs, terrain conditions, and compliance with agricultural machinery safety and environmental regulations.
- Covers
- Forage wagons
- Manure spreaders (trailer type)
- Bale trailers (self-loading)
- Grain carts (self-unloading)
- Silage trailers
- Sugar beet trailers
- Potato trailers
- Feed mixers (trailer type)
- Examples
- Krone Forage Wagons
- John Deere Grain Carts
- Kverneland Bale Trailers
- Amazone Manure Spreaders
- Claas Forage Wagons
Codes often confused with 8716.20
Common mistake. Often confused with other agricultural machinery (8432) or general cargo trailers (871639) if the self-loading/unloading feature and agricultural purpose are not clearly defined.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 871620, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 871620 in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 21% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, 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 Germany $201M 21% of world exports
- 2 Poland $133M 14% of world exports
- 3 Austria $83M 8.8% of world exports
World total: $947M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $134M 15% of world imports
- 2 United States $88M 9.7% of world imports
- 3 Poland $68M 7.5% of world imports
World total: $901M 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 8716.20
Brazil does not split HS 8716.20: its NCM code is 8716.20.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 87.16 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8716.20
What is HS code 871620?
HS code 871620 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Trailers and semi-trailers; self-loading or self-unloading, for agricultural purposes. This HS code is specific to trailers and semi-trailers that are self-loading or self-unloading and designed for agricultural purposes. These specialized vehicles are crucial for modern farming operations, enhancing efficiency in tasks like harvesting, feeding livestock, and spreading materials. International trade in these machines is driven by the global agricultural sector's need for advanced equipment to improve productivity and reduce labor costs. Major exporters are typically agricultural machinery manufacturers in countries with highly developed agricultural industries, such as Germany, the USA, and France, known for their engineering prowess. Importers include large-scale farms, agricultural cooperatives, and equipment distributors in farming regions worldwide. Key trade considerations involve the specific crop or livestock needs, terrain conditions, and compliance with agricultural machinery safety and environmental regulations.
What products fall under HS code 871620?
Forage wagons, manure spreaders (trailer type), bale trailers (self-loading), grain carts (self-unloading), silage trailers, sugar beet trailers, potato trailers, feed mixers (trailer type)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 871620?
Often confused with other agricultural machinery (8432) or general cargo trailers (871639) if the self-loading/unloading feature and agricultural purpose are not clearly defined.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 871620?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 871620 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($201M, 21% of world exports), Poland ($133M) and Austria ($83M). World exports came to about $947M, 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 871620?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 871620 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($134M, 15% of world imports), the United States ($88M) and Poland ($68M). World imports came to about $901M, 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 871620 structured?
HS code 871620 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (87) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (16) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (20) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 871620?
In Brazil, HS code 871620 is NCM 8716.20.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.