Product classification
HS code for Hydraulic jack: 8425.42
Jacks and hoists, hydraulic, of a kind used for raising vehicles.
Classification of hydraulic jack under HS 8425.42
Hydraulic jacks used for raising vehicles are classified under HS code 8425.42. Heading 8425 covers a variety of lifting and handling equipment, including pulley tackle, winches, and capstans. Subheading 8425.42 is specific to hydraulic jacks, which utilize Pascal's principle to multiply force through fluid pressure to lift heavy loads, specifically vehicles. This classification applies to portable jacks such as bottle jacks and floor jacks. The distinction is made based on the intended use (vehicle lifting) and the mechanism (hydraulic). If the jack is part of a more complex integrated system or is not hydraulic, it would move to different subheadings within 8425. The classification is strictly for the finished lifting device; individual hydraulic components like pumps or cylinders imported separately would be classified under their respective headings. These devices are essential in automotive repair, transport maintenance, and roadside assistance kits.
- Covers
- Hydraulic bottle jacks for cars and trucks.
- Hydraulic floor jacks (trolley jacks) used in garages.
- Hydraulic transmission jacks for vehicle repair.
- Hydraulic toe jacks for low-clearance vehicle lifting.
- Portable hydraulic rams designed specifically for vehicle recovery.
- Also under 8425.42
- Arcan
- Torin Big Red
- Hein-Werner
- OTC Tools
- Sunex Tools
Codes often confused with 8425.42
Common mistake. Hydraulic jacks are frequently misclassified under 8425.41, which is reserved for built-in jacking systems of a kind used in garages. These are fixed installations rather than portable tools. Another common error is 8412.21, which covers hydraulic cylinders. While a jack contains a cylinder, a jack is a complete machine for lifting, whereas 8412.21 is for the component. Furthermore, non-hydraulic jacks (like mechanical scissor jacks) are classified under 8425.49, so the fluid-power mechanism is the key to using 8425.42.
Top exporters and importers of HS 842542 (the code used for hydraulic jack), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 842542 (the code used for hydraulic jack) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 51% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 19% 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 842542, not only hydraulic jack.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $1.3B 51% of world exports
- 2 Germany $184M 7.4% of world exports
- 3 France $181M 7.2% of world exports
World total: $2.5B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $401M 19% of world imports
- 2 France $172M 8.2% of world imports
- 3 Germany $114M 5.4% of world imports
World total: $2.1B 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 hydraulic jack
Brazil classifies hydraulic jack under NCM 8425.42.00: HS 8425.42 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about hydraulic jack
What is the HS code for Hydraulic jack?
The HS code for Hydraulic jack is 842542 (Jacks and hoists; hydraulic, of a kind used for raising vehicles). The HS code for hydraulic jacks used for raising vehicles is 8425.42. For jacks not specifically for vehicles, the code may be 8425.49.
How do I classify Hydraulic jack for customs?
Hydraulic jack is classified under HS code 842542 — Jacks and hoists; hydraulic, of a kind used for raising vehicles. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are hydraulic jacks for industrial machinery classified here?
If the jack is specifically for raising vehicles, it is 8425.42. If it is a general-purpose hydraulic jack used for lifting heavy machinery or structural components, it is typically classified under 8425.49.
Which countries are the top exporters of hydraulic jack (HS 842542)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 842542 (the code used for hydraulic jack) in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.3B, 51% of world exports), Germany ($184M) and France ($181M). World exports came to about $2.5B, 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 hydraulic jack (HS 842542)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 842542 (the code used for hydraulic jack) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($401M, 19% of world imports), France ($172M) and Germany ($114M). World imports came to about $2.1B, 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 Hydraulic jack the same in all countries?
The base HS code 842542 for Hydraulic jack 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 hydraulic jack in Brazil?
In Brazil, hydraulic jack (HS 842542) is classified under NCM 8425.42.00.