Product classification
HS code for Grain trailers: 8716.20
Trailers and semi-trailers, self-loading or self-unloading, for agricultural purposes.
Classification of grain trailers under HS 8716.20
Grain trailers are classified under HS code 8716.20. This code is designated for trailers and semi-trailers that are self-loading or self-unloading and specifically designed for agricultural purposes. The classification hinges on two primary factors: the intended use in agriculture and the mechanical capability to load or unload the cargo without external assistance. Grain trailers typically feature hopper bottoms, conveyor belts, or hydraulic tilting mechanisms that facilitate the rapid discharge of bulk grain. Under the General Rules for the Interpretation of the Harmonized System (GRI), the specific function of self-unloading for agricultural use takes precedence over more general trailer classifications. This ensures that specialized farming equipment is tracked separately from general-purpose freight trailers used in the logistics industry.
- Covers
- Self-unloading grain carts
- Agricultural hopper bottom trailers
- Hydraulic dump trailers for grain transport
- Auger-equipped grain transfer trailers
- Semi-trailers with integrated grain discharge systems
- Also under 8716.20
- Krone Forage Wagons
- John Deere Grain Carts
- Kverneland Bale Trailers
- Amazone Manure Spreaders
- Claas Forage Wagons
Codes often confused with 8716.20
Common mistake. Grain trailers are often misclassified under HS code 8716.39, which covers "other" trailers for the transport of goods. While 8716.39 is a broad category, 8716.20 is more specific for agricultural self-unloading units. Another common mistake is attempting to classify these under 8432, which covers agricultural machinery for soil preparation or cultivation. However, because these units are primarily transport vehicles (trailers), they must remain in Chapter 87. Motorized grain trucks are also excluded, as they belong in 8704.
Top exporters and importers of HS 871620 (the code used for grain trailers), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 871620 (the code used for grain trailers) in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 21% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 15% 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 871620, not only grain trailers.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $201M 21% of world exports
- 2 Poland $133M 14% of world exports
- 3 Austria $83M 8.8% of world exports
World total: $947M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $134M 15% of world imports
- 2 United States $88M 9.7% of world imports
- 3 Poland $68M 7.5% of world imports
World total: $901M 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 trailers
Brazil classifies grain trailers under NCM 8716.20.00: HS 8716.20 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about grain trailers
What is the HS code for Grain trailers?
The HS code for Grain trailers is 871620 (Trailers and semi-trailers; self-loading or self-unloading, for agricultural purposes). The HS code for grain trailers that are self-loading or self-unloading and intended for agricultural use is 8716.20.
How do I classify Grain trailers for customs?
Grain trailers is classified under HS code 871620 — Trailers and semi-trailers; self-loading or self-unloading, for agricultural purposes. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include trailers without unloading mechanisms?
No, if a trailer is used for grain but lacks a self-unloading mechanism (like a simple flatbed), it would likely be classified under 8716.39 as a general-purpose trailer.
Which countries are the top exporters of grain trailers (HS 871620)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 871620 (the code used for grain trailers) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($201M, 21% of world exports), Poland ($133M) and Austria ($83M). World exports came to about $947M, 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 trailers (HS 871620)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 871620 (the code used for grain trailers) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($134M, 15% of world imports), the United States ($88M) and Poland ($68M). World imports came to about $901M, 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 trailers the same in all countries?
The base HS code 871620 for Grain trailers 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 trailers in Brazil?
In Brazil, grain trailers (HS 871620) is classified under NCM 8716.20.00.