Product classification
HS code for Fodder baler: 8433.40
Balers, straw or fodder balers, including pick-up balers.
Classification of fodder baler under HS 8433.40
HS code 8433.40 is specifically designated for machinery used in the agricultural sector for the harvesting and processing of crops, specifically straw or fodder balers. This classification is a subset of heading 8433, which covers a wide array of harvesting or threshing machinery, including grass or hay mowers, and machines for cleaning, sorting, or grading agricultural produce. The primary function of a fodder baler is to collect harvested material, such as hay, straw, or silage, and compress it into compact, manageable units known as bales. These bales can be rectangular or cylindrical and are typically bound with twine, wire, or netting to maintain their shape during transport and storage. The classification includes pick-up balers, which are designed to be towed by a tractor and automatically collect material from windrows in the field. The mechanical complexity and the specific agricultural application of these machines distinguish them from general-purpose industrial packaging or wrapping machinery. By focusing on the harvesting phase of the agricultural cycle, the Harmonized System ensures that these specialized tools are correctly categorized within the machinery chapter, reflecting their role in modern farming operations.
- Covers
- Pick-up balers for hay or straw
- Round balers (cylindrical bales)
- Square balers (rectangular bales)
- Large square balers for industrial forage
- Combined mower-balers
- Also under 8433.40
- John Deere 500R Series
- New Holland Roll-Belt
- Krone Comprima
- Claas Quadrant
- Massey Ferguson 2200 Series
Codes often confused with 8433.40
Common mistake. Fodder balers are often misclassified under HS code 8422.40, which covers other packing or wrapping machinery. While a baler does package material, 8422 is intended for industrial or retail packaging of finished goods. Another common mistake is using 8436.10, which is for machinery used in preparing animal feed (like grinders). Balers are strictly harvesting equipment under 8433.
Top exporters and importers of HS 843340 (the code used for fodder baler), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 843340 (the code used for fodder baler) in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 20% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was France, with 10% 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 843340, not only fodder baler.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $228M 20% of world exports
- 2 France $122M 10% of world exports
- 3 United States $113M 9.6% of world exports
World total: $1.2B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 France $112M 10% of world imports
- 2 United States $105M 9.5% of world imports
- 3 Canada $81M 7.3% of world imports
World total: $1.1B 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 fodder baler
Brazil classifies fodder baler under NCM 8433.40.00: HS 8433.40 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about fodder baler
What is the HS code for Fodder baler?
The HS code for Fodder baler is 843340 (Balers; straw or fodder balers, including pick-up balers). The specific HS code for straw or fodder balers, including pick-up balers, is 8433.40.
How do I classify Fodder baler for customs?
Fodder baler is classified under HS code 843340 — Balers; straw or fodder balers, including pick-up balers. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include parts for balers?
No, parts for these machines are generally classified under HS code 8433.90, which covers parts for all machinery falling under heading 8433.
Which countries are the top exporters of fodder baler (HS 843340)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 843340 (the code used for fodder baler) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($228M, 20% of world exports), France ($122M) and the United States ($113M). World exports came to about $1.2B, 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 fodder baler (HS 843340)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 843340 (the code used for fodder baler) in UN Comtrade data were France ($112M, 10% of world imports), the United States ($105M) and Canada ($81M). World imports came to about $1.1B, 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 Fodder baler the same in all countries?
The base HS code 843340 for Fodder baler 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 fodder baler in Brazil?
In Brazil, fodder baler (HS 843340) is classified under NCM 8433.40.00.