Product classification
HS code for Hoist parts: 8431.10
Machinery, parts of the machinery of heading no. 8425.
Classification of hoist parts under HS 8431.10
Parts for hoists are classified under HS code 8431.10. This classification is governed by the rules of Chapter 84, which deals with nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery, and mechanical appliances. Heading 8431 is a specific parts heading designed to capture components that are suitable for use solely or principally with the machinery described in headings 8425 to 8430. Heading 8425 covers pulley tackle and hoists other than skip hoists, winches, and capstans. Therefore, any part that is uniquely designed for these types of lifting equipment is classified under 8431.10. To qualify for this code, the part must be identifiable as being intended for a hoist and must not be a part of general use (such as standard nuts and bolts) or an item specifically excluded by the Section or Chapter notes. This ensures that specialized mechanical components are grouped with the machinery they support.
- Covers
- Hoist drums and cylinders
- Gear housings for hoists
- Suspension frames for pulley tackle
- Specialized hoist hooks and load blocks
- Braking mechanisms for winches
- Also under 8431.10
- Kito electric chain hoist parts
- Yale hand chain hoist components
- Enerpac hydraulic jack seals
- Warn winch replacement motors
Codes often confused with 8431.10
Common mistake. Hoist parts are often confused with the hoists themselves, which are classified under 8425.11 or 8425.19. It is vital to distinguish between a complete machine and its components. Another common error is classifying general-purpose components like steel wire ropes under 8431.10. Steel wire ropes are classified under 7312.10, even if they are intended for use on a hoist, because they are considered parts of general use. Similarly, electric motors used to power hoists are classified under 8501, and electronic controllers are often classified under 8537, rather than as mechanical hoist parts.
Top exporters and importers of HS 843110 (the code used for hoist parts), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 843110 (the code used for hoist parts) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 18% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 17% 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 843110, not only hoist parts.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $351M 18% of world exports
- 2 United States $188M 9.6% of world exports
- 3 Germany $168M 8.6% of world exports
World total: $2.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $308M 17% of world imports
- 2 Germany $140M 7.8% of world imports
- 3 Netherlands $101M 5.6% of world imports
World total: $1.8B 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 codes for hoist parts
Brazil splits HS 8431.10 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 8431.10.10Parts of hand hoists, non-electric winches, jacks
- 8431.10.90Other parts of hoists, winches and jacks
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about hoist parts
What is the HS code for Hoist parts?
The HS code for Hoist parts is 843110 (Machinery; parts of the machinery of heading no. 8425). The HS code for parts suitable for use solely or principally with hoists, winches, or pulley tackle is 8431.10.
How do I classify Hoist parts for customs?
Hoist parts is classified under HS code 843110 — Machinery; parts of the machinery of heading no. 8425. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are general-purpose bolts for hoists classified here?
No, general-purpose bolts and screws are classified under 7318 as parts of general use, regardless of their intended application in a hoist.
Which countries are the top exporters of hoist parts (HS 843110)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 843110 (the code used for hoist parts) in UN Comtrade data were China ($351M, 18% of world exports), the United States ($188M) and Germany ($168M). World exports came to about $2.0B, 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 hoist parts (HS 843110)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 843110 (the code used for hoist parts) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($308M, 17% of world imports), Germany ($140M) and the Netherlands ($101M). World imports came to about $1.8B, 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 Hoist parts the same in all countries?
The base HS code 843110 for Hoist parts 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 hoist parts in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 843110 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for hoist parts depends on the product's details: 8431.10.10 (Parts of hand hoists, non-electric winches, jacks), 8431.10.90 (Other parts of hoists, winches and jacks).