Product classification
HS code for Dairy milker: 8434.10
Milking machines.
Classification of dairy milker under HS 8434.10
Dairy milkers, or milking machines, are classified under HS code 843410. This classification is situated in Chapter 84, which covers machinery and mechanical appliances. Heading 8434 is dedicated to milking machines and dairy machinery. The sub-heading 843410 specifically identifies the mechanical systems used to extract milk from cows, goats, or other dairy animals. These machines operate using a combination of vacuum pumps, pulsators, and teat cups to simulate the suckling of a calf. The classification is determined by the machine's primary function of milk extraction. This code covers the complete mechanical assembly required for the milking process, whether it is a portable unit or a large-scale stationary installation in a milking parlor.
- Covers
- Automatic milking systems (AMS)
- Robotic milking machines
- Portable vacuum milking units
- Pipeline milking systems
- Bucket milking machines
- Also under 8434.10
- DeLaval VMS robotic milking system
- GEA DairyRobot R9500
- Lely Astronaut A5
- BouMatic Xcalibur milking parlor
- Fullwood Packo milking machines
Codes often confused with 8434.10
Common mistake. Dairy milkers are often misclassified under HS code 843420, which is intended for "Dairy machinery" used for processing milk after extraction, such as homogenizers, separators, or butter-making machines. Another common error is using 843680, which is a general category for other agricultural or horticultural machinery. However, because heading 8434 provides a specific description for milking machines, it takes precedence over more general agricultural codes. Parts for these machines are also sometimes incorrectly placed in 843410, but they should be classified under 843490.
Top exporters and importers of HS 843410 (the code used for dairy milker), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 843410 (the code used for dairy milker) in UN Comtrade data was the Netherlands, with 36% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 24% 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 843410, not only dairy milker.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Netherlands $299M 36% of world exports
- 2 Germany $240M 29% of world exports
- 3 Sweden $128M 15% of world exports
World total: $843M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $198M 24% of world imports
- 2 France $91M 11% of world imports
- 3 Canada $41M 5.0% of world imports
World total: $820M 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 dairy milker
Brazil classifies dairy milker under NCM 8434.10.00: HS 8434.10 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about dairy milker
What is the HS code for Dairy milker?
The HS code for Dairy milker is 843410 (Milking machines). The HS code for a dairy milking machine is 843410.
How do I classify Dairy milker for customs?
Dairy milker is classified under HS code 843410 — Milking machines. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are robotic milking arms classified under this code?
Yes, fully automated or robotic milking systems that perform the extraction of milk are classified under 843410 as milking machines.
Which countries are the top exporters of dairy milker (HS 843410)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 843410 (the code used for dairy milker) in UN Comtrade data were the Netherlands ($299M, 36% of world exports), Germany ($240M) and Sweden ($128M). World exports came to about $843M, 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 dairy milker (HS 843410)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 843410 (the code used for dairy milker) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($198M, 24% of world imports), France ($91M) and Canada ($41M). World imports came to about $820M, 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 Dairy milker the same in all countries?
The base HS code 843410 for Dairy milker 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 dairy milker in Brazil?
In Brazil, dairy milker (HS 843410) is classified under NCM 8434.10.00.