Product classification
HS code for Agricultural trailers: 8716.20
Trailers and semi-trailers, self-loading or self-unloading, for agricultural purposes.
Classification of agricultural trailers under HS 8716.20
Agricultural trailers are classified under HS code 871620 due to their specific design and intended use within the agricultural sector. This code specifically covers trailers and semi-trailers that are either self-loading or self-unloading, and are purpose-built for agricultural applications. The classification hinges on the primary function of transporting agricultural goods, equipment, or materials, often within a farm or between farms and processing facilities. The "self-loading or self-unloading" aspect further refines the classification, distinguishing these specialized trailers from general-purpose cargo trailers. Their robust construction and features, such as large tires for uneven terrain, reinforce their agricultural designation, ensuring they meet the criteria for this specific subheading within Chapter 87, which covers vehicles other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof.
- Covers
- Farm wagons
- Manure spreaders (trailer type)
- Forage wagons
- Grain carts
- Bale trailers
- Livestock trailers (agricultural use)
- Self-unloading silage trailers
- Also under 8716.20
- Krone Forage Wagons
- John Deere Grain Carts
- Kverneland Bale Trailers
- Amazone Manure Spreaders
- Claas Forage Wagons
Codes often confused with 8716.20
Common mistake. Agricultural trailers are often confused with other types of trailers, particularly those classified under HS code 871639 (Other trailers and semi-trailers for the transport of goods, n.e.c.) or 871640 (Other trailers and semi-trailers). The key distinction for 871620 is the explicit "for agricultural purposes" and the "self-loading or self-unloading" feature. General cargo trailers, even if used on a farm, would typically fall under 871639 if they lack the specific agricultural design and self-handling capabilities. Similarly, specialized industrial trailers not designed for agriculture would also be excluded from 871620.
Top exporters and importers of HS 871620 (the code used for agricultural trailers), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 871620 (the code used for agricultural trailers) 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.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 871620, not only agricultural trailers.
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 agricultural trailers
Brazil classifies agricultural trailers under NCM 8716.20.00: HS 8716.20 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about agricultural trailers
What is the HS code for Agricultural trailers?
The HS code for Agricultural trailers is 871620 (Trailers and semi-trailers; self-loading or self-unloading, for agricultural purposes). The HS code for agricultural trailers, specifically those that are self-loading or self-unloading, is 871620.
How do I classify Agricultural trailers for customs?
Agricultural trailers is classified under HS code 871620 — Trailers and semi-trailers; self-loading or self-unloading, for agricultural purposes. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
How does the "self-loading or self-unloading" feature impact classification?
The "self-loading or self-unloading" feature is a critical differentiator for HS code 871620. It specifies that the trailer must possess mechanisms (e.g., hydraulic systems, conveyor belts) that enable it to load or unload its contents without external assistance, which is common for specialized agricultural machinery like forage wagons or manure spreaders. Trailers without such integrated mechanisms, even if used in agriculture, would typically be classified elsewhere.
Which countries are the top exporters of agricultural trailers (HS 871620)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 871620 (the code used for agricultural trailers) 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 agricultural trailers (HS 871620)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 871620 (the code used for agricultural trailers) 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.
Is the HS code for Agricultural trailers the same in all countries?
The base HS code 871620 for Agricultural trailers is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for agricultural trailers in Brazil?
In Brazil, agricultural trailers (HS 871620) is classified under NCM 8716.20.00.