HS Code for Gantry crane

Gantry cranes are classified under HS code 8426.19, which falls within the chapter dedicated to nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery, and mechanical appliances. Heading 8426 specifically covers ships' derricks, cranes, and mobile lifting frames. The classification of a gantry crane under 8426.19 is based on its mechanical design: it features a bridge supported by two or more legs that run on fixed rails or tracks. This distinguishes it from overhead travelling cranes on fixed supports (8426.11) and mobile lifting frames or straddle carriers (8426.12). The classification logic focuses on the functional capability of the machine to lift and move heavy loads across a defined area. As a transporter, gantry, or bridge crane, it is categorized by its structural form and its method of movement. The HS code 8426.19 serves as a residual category for these types of cranes that do not fit into the more specific subheadings of 8426.1. This ensures that all variations of gantry and bridge cranes are captured under a single, logical heading for international trade and regulatory purposes.

Products Included

• Full gantry cranes
• Semi-gantry cranes
• Portal cranes
• Bridge cranes (not on fixed supports)

Common Misclassification

Gantry cranes are often misclassified under 8426.11, which is reserved for overhead travelling cranes on fixed supports. They are also confused with 8426.41 if they are self-propelled and mounted on rubber tires for use in yards.

FAQ

What is the HS code for a gantry crane?

The HS code for gantry cranes, transporter cranes, and bridge cranes is 8426.19.

How does 8426.19 differ from 8426.11?

Code 8426.11 is for cranes that travel on a fixed support (like a building's beams), whereas 8426.19 includes cranes with their own legs (gantries) that move on rails.