Product classification
HS code for Brush cutter: 8467.89
Tools, for working in the hand, (other than chain saws), hydraulic or with self-contained non-electric motor, (not pneumatic).
Classification of brush cutter under HS 8467.89
A brush cutter is classified under HS code 846789 because it is a hand-held tool with a self-contained non-electric motor. Heading 8467 covers tools for working in the hand, which means they are designed to be held and supported by the operator during use. Brush cutters typically feature a petrol (gasoline) engine and a rotating blade or line for cutting thick vegetation, weeds, and small trees. The classification excludes tools that are mounted on wheels or designed to be pushed (which would fall under 8433). Because the motor is internal combustion and not electric, and the tool is not a chain saw (846781), it falls into the "other" category of 846789. This classification is determined by the power source, the portability, and the specific mechanical function of the device. The presence of a shoulder strap or harness does not change its status as a hand-held tool, as the operator still directs and supports the weight of the cutting head manually during the operation.
- Covers
- Petrol-powered string trimmers
- Gasoline brush cutters with metal blades
- Hand-held clearing saws (non-chain)
- Portable petrol-driven edge trimmers
- Backpack-mounted brush cutters
- Also under 8467.89
- Stihl TS 420 Cutquik Cut-Off Saw
- Husqvarna K 770 Power Cutter
- Atlas Copco LH 18 Hydraulic Breaker
- Wacker Neuson BH55 Breaker
Codes often confused with 8467.89
Common mistake. Brush cutters are often misclassified under HS code 843311 or 843319, which cover lawn mowers. The primary distinction is that 8433 applies to machines that are designed to be pushed, pulled, or are self-propelled on wheels, whereas 8467 is strictly for tools held in the hand during operation. If the brush cutter is powered by an electric motor, it falls under 846729. Additionally, if the tool is a dedicated chain saw, it is classified under 846781. Confusion also arises with agricultural machinery under 8432 if the tool is part of a larger tractor attachment, but for portable, hand-held units, 846789 remains the correct designation.
Top exporters and importers of HS 846789 (the code used for brush cutter), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 846789 (the code used for brush cutter) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 38% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 11% 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 846789, not only brush cutter.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $932M 38% of world exports
- 2 Germany $401M 17% of world exports
- 3 United States $118M 4.9% of world exports
World total: $2.4B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $275M 11% of world imports
- 2 France $168M 6.7% of world imports
- 3 Germany $123M 4.9% of world imports
World total: $2.5B 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 brush cutter
Brazil classifies brush cutter under NCM 8467.89.00: HS 8467.89 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about brush cutter
What is the HS code for Brush cutter?
The HS code for Brush cutter is 846789 (Tools; for working in the hand, (other than chain saws), hydraulic or with self-contained non-electric motor, (not pneumatic)). The HS code for a hand-held brush cutter with a non-electric (petrol) motor is 846789.
How do I classify Brush cutter for customs?
Brush cutter is classified under HS code 846789 — Tools; for working in the hand, (other than chain saws), hydraulic or with self-contained non-electric motor, (not pneumatic). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is an electric grass trimmer under the same code?
No, electric hand-held trimmers are classified under HS code 846729, as they utilize an electric motor rather than a combustion engine.
Which countries are the top exporters of brush cutter (HS 846789)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 846789 (the code used for brush cutter) in UN Comtrade data were China ($932M, 38% of world exports), Germany ($401M) and the United States ($118M). World exports came to about $2.4B, 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.
Which countries are the top importers of brush cutter (HS 846789)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 846789 (the code used for brush cutter) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($275M, 11% of world imports), France ($168M) and Germany ($123M). World imports came to about $2.5B, 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 Brush cutter the same in all countries?
The base HS code 846789 for Brush cutter 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 brush cutter in Brazil?
In Brazil, brush cutter (HS 846789) is classified under NCM 8467.89.00.