HS Code for Boom truck

Boom trucks are classified under HS code 8426.91, which specifically addresses cranes and derricks designed for mounting on road vehicles. This classification is used when the primary function of the equipment is lifting and the crane unit is mounted onto a standard commercial truck chassis. The distinction is important because the vehicle serves as a mobile platform for the crane, but the entire unit is treated as a piece of lifting machinery rather than a simple transport vehicle. Under the HS system, if the crane is the essential character of the machine and it is designed to be mounted on a vehicle that can travel on public roads, 8426.91 is the appropriate designation. This classification covers the mechanical lifting apparatus and its integration with the vehicle frame, provided the unit is not a specialized \"crane lorry\" where the chassis and crane are built as one inseparable unit.

Products Included

• Truck-mounted telescopic cranes
• Articulating boom cranes on truck chassis
• Service trucks with integrated cranes
• Commercial crane trucks
• Hydraulic boom trucks

Common Misclassification

Boom trucks are often confused with HS code 8705.10, which covers crane lorries. The distinction lies in the design: 8705.10 is for vehicles where the crane and chassis are integrally designed for heavy lifting and cannot function as a standard transport vehicle. If the unit is a standard truck with a crane added, 8426.91 is preferred. They are also sometimes misclassified under 8426.11 (overhead traveling cranes) or 8427 (fork-lift trucks), though these serve entirely different mechanical purposes.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Boom truck?

The HS code for cranes designed for mounting on road vehicles is 8426.91.

Is a boom truck the same as a crane lorry?

Not in customs terms; a boom truck (8426.91) is usually a crane mounted on a standard chassis, while a crane lorry (8705.10) is a purpose-built integrated vehicle.