Product classification
HS code for Compact tractor: 8701.91
Tractors, n.e.c. in heading no 8701 (other than tractors of heading no 8709), of an engine power not exceeding 18kW.
Classification of compact tractor under HS 8701.91
Compact tractors are classified under HS code 8701.91 because they meet the fundamental definition of a tractor as provided in the Harmonized System Explanatory Notes for Chapter 87. A tractor is defined as a wheeled or track-laying vehicle designed primarily to pull or push other vehicles, appliances, or loads, even if it has subsidiary provisions for the transport of tools or materials. The specific subheading 8701.91 is reserved for tractors with an engine power not exceeding 18 kilowatts (kW). This classification is determined by General Rule of Interpretation (GRI) 1 and 6. The power rating is the primary technical criterion for this code, distinguishing these smaller utility machines from more powerful agricultural or industrial tractors. These units are often used in landscaping, small-scale farming, and estate maintenance. The classification remains applicable regardless of whether the tractor is imported with or without its typical attachments, such as mowers or loaders, provided the tractor itself retains the essential character of a motive power unit.
- Covers
- Sub-compact utility tractors under 18kW
- Garden tractors with towing capabilities
- Small agricultural tractors (wheeled)
- Compact diesel tractors for landscaping
- Small track-laying tractors under 18kW
- Also under 8701.91
- John Deere 1025R
- Kubota BX Series
- Massey Ferguson GC1700
- Yanmar SA Series
- Cub Cadet XT1
Codes often confused with 8701.91
Common mistake. Compact tractors are frequently misclassified under HS code 8701.92, which is intended for tractors with an engine power exceeding 18kW but not exceeding 37kW. Importers must verify the exact kilowatt rating from the manufacturer's technical specifications to avoid this error. Additionally, they are sometimes confused with HS code 8432, which covers agricultural, horticultural, or forestry machinery for soil preparation. However, 8432 is for the implements themselves (like plows or harrows), whereas the motorized vehicle pulling them must stay in 8701. Another common error is 8709, which covers works trucks used in factories or warehouses; compact tractors are distinguished by their design for off-road agricultural or utility pulling.
Top exporters and importers of HS 870191 (the code used for compact tractor), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 870191 (the code used for compact tractor) in UN Comtrade data was Japan, with 24% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 14% 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 870191, not only compact tractor.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Japan $193M 24% of world exports
- 2 South Korea $130M 16% of world exports
- 3 Netherlands $95M 12% of world exports
World total: $807M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $113M 14% of world imports
- 2 Canada $92M 12% of world imports
- 3 Netherlands $59M 7.5% of world imports
World total: $785M 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 compact tractor
Brazil classifies compact tractor under NCM 8701.91.00: HS 8701.91 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about compact tractor
What is the HS code for Compact tractor?
The HS code for Compact tractor is 870191 (Tractors; n.e.c. in heading no 8701 (other than tractors of heading no 8709); of an engine power not exceeding 18kW). The HS code for a compact tractor with an engine power not exceeding 18kW is 8701.91.
How do I classify Compact tractor for customs?
Compact tractor is classified under HS code 870191 — Tractors; n.e.c. in heading no 8701 (other than tractors of heading no 8709); of an engine power not exceeding 18kW. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include the mower deck attachment?
If the mower deck is imported attached to the tractor, it is generally classified together under 8701.91. If imported separately, the mower deck may fall under 8433.
Which countries are the top exporters of compact tractor (HS 870191)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 870191 (the code used for compact tractor) in UN Comtrade data were Japan ($193M, 24% of world exports), South Korea ($130M) and the Netherlands ($95M). World exports came to about $807M, 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 compact tractor (HS 870191)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 870191 (the code used for compact tractor) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($113M, 14% of world imports), Canada ($92M) and the Netherlands ($59M). World imports came to about $785M, 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 Compact tractor the same in all countries?
The base HS code 870191 for Compact tractor 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 compact tractor in Brazil?
In Brazil, compact tractor (HS 870191) is classified under NCM 8701.91.00.