Product classification
HS code for Grain dryer: 8419.34
Dryers, for agricultural products, not used for domestic purposes.
Classification of grain dryer under HS 8419.34
Grain dryers are classified under HS code 8419.34, a specific subheading for dryers used for agricultural products. This classification is governed by the functional nature of the machinery, which utilizes heat exchange to reduce the moisture content of harvested grains. According to the Section XVI notes and Chapter 84 rules, machinery for the treatment of materials by a process involving a change of temperature—such as drying—falls under heading 8419. The subheading 8419.34 is preferred over more general dryer codes because it specifically identifies the agricultural application. These machines are essential in the post-harvest supply chain to prevent spoilage and prepare grain for long-term storage in silos. The classification applies to various mechanical configurations, including continuous flow, batch, and tower dryers, provided they are designed for industrial or agricultural use and not for domestic purposes. The presence of fans, heating elements, and conveyor systems integrated into the drying unit does not change this classification, as the primary function remains the thermal drying of the grain.
- Covers
- Continuous flow grain dryers
- Recirculating batch dryers
- Tower dryers for corn and wheat
- Mobile agricultural grain dryers
- Rack-type grain drying machines
- Also under 8419.34
- GSI (grain dryers)
- Bühler (grain processing)
- PETKUS (seed dryers)
- Cimbria (grain & seed processing)
- Brock (grain storage & drying)
Codes often confused with 8419.34
Common mistake. A common error is classifying grain dryers under HS code 8436, which covers other agricultural or horticultural machinery. While grain dryers are used in agriculture, heading 8419 takes precedence because it specifically addresses the thermal process of drying. Another misclassification occurs with HS code 8419.39, which is a residual category for "other" dryers; however, since 8419.34 specifically mentions agricultural products, it must be used for grain dryers.
Top exporters and importers of HS 841934 (the code used for grain dryer), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 841934 (the code used for grain dryer) in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 23% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Canada, with 8.4% 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 841934, not only grain dryer.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Italy $79M 23% of world exports
- 2 China $52M 15% of world exports
- 3 Germany $43M 13% of world exports
World total: $340M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Canada $27M 8.4% of world imports
- 2 Kazakhstan $21M 6.6% of world imports
- 3 Latvia $16M 5.1% of world imports
World total: $316M 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 grain dryer
Brazil classifies grain dryer under NCM 8419.34.00: HS 8419.34 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about grain dryer
What is the HS code for Grain dryer?
The HS code for Grain dryer is 841934 (Dryers; for agricultural products, not used for domestic purposes). The HS code for agricultural grain dryers is 8419.34.
How do I classify Grain dryer for customs?
Grain dryer is classified under HS code 841934 — Dryers; for agricultural products, not used for domestic purposes. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are small portable grain dryers classified differently?
No, as long as they are intended for agricultural use and not for domestic (household) use, they remain under 8419.34 regardless of their mobility.
Which countries are the top exporters of grain dryer (HS 841934)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 841934 (the code used for grain dryer) in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($79M, 23% of world exports), China ($52M) and Germany ($43M). World exports came to about $340M, 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 grain dryer (HS 841934)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 841934 (the code used for grain dryer) in UN Comtrade data were Canada ($27M, 8.4% of world imports), Kazakhstan ($21M) and Latvia ($16M). World imports came to about $316M, 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 Grain dryer the same in all countries?
The base HS code 841934 for Grain dryer 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 grain dryer in Brazil?
In Brazil, grain dryer (HS 841934) is classified under NCM 8419.34.00.