Product classification
HS code for Floor jack: 8425.42
Jacks and hoists, hydraulic, of a kind used for raising vehicles.
Classification of floor jack under HS 8425.42
Floor jacks are classified under HS code 8425.42 because they fall within the broader category of pulley tackle and hoists, specifically identified as jacks. Heading 8425 covers various lifting mechanisms, and subheading 8425.42 is reserved for hydraulic jacks used for raising vehicles. The classification is determined by the primary function of the device—lifting a load vertically—and the mechanism of action, which is hydraulic fluid pressure. According to the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) 1 and 6, the specific mention of hydraulic vehicle jacks in the subheading takes precedence over more general lifting machinery codes. These devices are essential in automotive repair and maintenance, designed to provide high lifting capacity with relatively low manual effort. The classification remains consistent regardless of whether the jack is a portable trolley type or a stationary bottle jack, provided the operating principle is hydraulic and the intended use is for vehicles.
- Covers
- Hydraulic trolley jacks
- Hydraulic bottle jacks for automotive use
- Hydraulic transmission jacks
- Heavy-duty hydraulic floor jacks for trucks
- Hydraulic service jacks
- Also under 8425.42
- Arcan
- Torin Big Red
- Hein-Werner
- OTC Tools
- Sunex Tools
Codes often confused with 8425.42
Common mistake. Floor jacks are frequently confused with non-hydraulic jacks classified under HS code 8425.49, which covers screw jacks or mechanical scissor jacks. Another common error is classifying them under HS code 8425.41, which is strictly reserved for built-in jacking systems used in garages. Furthermore, large-scale industrial lifting platforms should be classified under heading 8428 rather than 8425, as heading 8428 covers more complex lifting, handling, loading, or unloading machinery.
Top exporters and importers of HS 842542 (the code used for floor jack), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 842542 (the code used for floor jack) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 51% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 19% 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 842542, not only floor jack.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $1.3B 51% of world exports
- 2 Germany $184M 7.4% of world exports
- 3 France $181M 7.2% of world exports
World total: $2.5B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $401M 19% of world imports
- 2 France $172M 8.2% of world imports
- 3 Germany $114M 5.4% of world imports
World total: $2.1B 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 floor jack
Brazil classifies floor jack under NCM 8425.42.00: HS 8425.42 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about floor jack
What is the HS code for Floor jack?
The HS code for Floor jack is 842542 (Jacks and hoists; hydraulic, of a kind used for raising vehicles). The primary HS code for a hydraulic floor jack used for raising vehicles is 8425.42.
How do I classify Floor jack for customs?
Floor jack is classified under HS code 842542 — Jacks and hoists; hydraulic, of a kind used for raising vehicles. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code cover mechanical scissor jacks?
No, mechanical scissor jacks that operate via a screw mechanism are classified under HS code 8425.49, as they are not hydraulic.
Which countries are the top exporters of floor jack (HS 842542)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 842542 (the code used for floor jack) in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.3B, 51% of world exports), Germany ($184M) and France ($181M). World exports 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.
Which countries are the top importers of floor jack (HS 842542)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 842542 (the code used for floor jack) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($401M, 19% of world imports), France ($172M) and Germany ($114M). World imports came to about $2.1B, 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 Floor jack the same in all countries?
The base HS code 842542 for Floor jack 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 floor jack in Brazil?
In Brazil, floor jack (HS 842542) is classified under NCM 8425.42.00.