Product classification
HS code for Concrete pump: 8413.40
Pumps, concrete pumps.
Classification of concrete pump under HS 8413.40
Concrete pumps are classified under HS code 8413.40. This classification is governed by the General Rules for the Interpretation (GRI) of the Harmonized System, specifically focusing on the mechanical function of the apparatus. Chapter 84 covers nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery, and mechanical appliances. Within this chapter, heading 8413 is dedicated to pumps for liquids, whether or not fitted with a measuring device. Subheading 8413.40 specifically identifies concrete pumps as a distinct category of liquid pumps. These machines are engineered to transport liquid concrete through a delivery pipe system using hydraulic or mechanical pressure. The classification remains consistent whether the pump is a stationary unit or a component of a mobile unit, provided the primary function is the pumping of concrete. The technical distinction lies in the pump's ability to handle high-viscosity fluids containing aggregates, which differentiates it from standard water or oil pumps. Even when mounted on a vehicle chassis, if the pump is the essential character of the machine, it remains under 8413.40 rather than being classified as a motor vehicle.
- Covers
- Truck-mounted concrete pumps (boom pumps)
- Stationary trailer-mounted concrete pumps
- Line pumps for liquid concrete
- Specialized concrete placing booms with integrated pumping units
- High-pressure concrete pumps for high-rise construction
- Also under 8413.40
- Putzmeister concrete pumps
- Schwing concrete pumps
- Sany concrete pumps
- Zoomlion concrete pumps
- CIFA concrete pumps
Codes often confused with 8413.40
Common mistake. Concrete pumps are frequently misclassified under HS code 8474.31, which covers concrete or mortar mixers. While both machines are used on construction sites, 8474 is for mixing equipment, whereas 8413 is for the transport of the liquid via pumping. Another common error is 8705.90, which covers special purpose motor vehicles. If the pumping unit is permanently integrated into a truck chassis, some importers mistakenly use the vehicle code; however, Note 4 to Section XVI and the Explanatory Notes to 8413 clarify that the pumping mechanism takes precedence.
Top exporters and importers of HS 841340 (the code used for concrete pump), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 841340 (the code used for concrete pump) in UN Comtrade data was South Korea, with 27% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Canada, 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 841340, not only concrete pump.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 South Korea $147M 27% of world exports
- 2 China $102M 19% of world exports
- 3 Germany $79M 15% of world exports
World total: $543M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Canada $87M 14% of world imports
- 2 United States $85M 14% of world imports
- 3 Türkiye $55M 8.8% of world imports
World total: $620M 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 concrete pump
Brazil classifies concrete pump under NCM 8413.40.00: HS 8413.40 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about concrete pump
What is the HS code for Concrete pump?
The HS code for Concrete pump is 841340 (Pumps; concrete pumps). The primary HS code for a concrete pump is 8413.40, which specifically covers pumps designed for concrete.
How do I classify Concrete pump for customs?
Concrete pump is classified under HS code 841340 — Pumps; concrete pumps. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include the truck it is mounted on?
Yes, in most jurisdictions, a truck-mounted concrete pump is classified under 8413.40 because the pumping apparatus is considered the essential character of the machine, though the vehicle chassis is an integral part of the transport system.
Which countries are the top exporters of concrete pump (HS 841340)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 841340 (the code used for concrete pump) in UN Comtrade data were South Korea ($147M, 27% of world exports), China ($102M) and Germany ($79M). World exports came to about $543M, 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 concrete pump (HS 841340)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 841340 (the code used for concrete pump) in UN Comtrade data were Canada ($87M, 14% of world imports), the United States ($85M) and Türkiye ($55M). World imports came to about $620M, 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 Concrete pump the same in all countries?
The base HS code 841340 for Concrete pump 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 concrete pump in Brazil?
In Brazil, concrete pump (HS 841340) is classified under NCM 8413.40.00.