Product classification
HS code for Jib crane: 8426.30
Cranes, portal or pedestal jib cranes.
Classification of jib crane under HS 8426.30
The classification of a jib crane under HS code 8426.30 is determined by its structural design as a portal or pedestal crane. Heading 8426 encompasses ships' derricks, cranes, and various lifting frames. Specifically, subheading 8426.30 is reserved for portal or pedestal jib cranes, which are characterized by a horizontal or nearly horizontal member (the jib or boom) that supports a moveable hoist. These cranes are typically fixed to a floor, wall, or pillar, or they may be mounted on a pedestal that allows for rotation. The classification depends on the crane's primary function of lifting and moving loads within a fixed radius, distinguishing it from mobile cranes or overhead traveling cranes. Because these units are designed for stationary installation or specific pedestal mounting in industrial environments, they meet the criteria for this specific subheading rather than the broader categories for mobile lifting equipment.
- Covers
- Wall-mounted jib cranes
- Pillar-mounted jib cranes
- Pedestal-mounted cranes
- Freestanding industrial jib cranes
- Articulating jib cranes
- Manual and motorized jib cranes for workstations
- Also under 8426.30
- Liebherr STS Cranes
- Konecranes Gottwald Mobile Harbour Cranes (pedestal)
- ZPMC STS Cranes
- Palfinger Marine Pedestal Cranes
- MacGregor Offshore Cranes
Codes often confused with 8426.30
Common mistake. Jib cranes are frequently misclassified under HS code 8426.11, which is specifically for overhead traveling cranes on fixed supports. While both are used in industrial settings, overhead cranes operate on a bridge rather than a single pivoting arm. Another common error is using HS code 8426.41, which applies to mobile cranes on tires. If the jib crane is part of a larger vehicle or chassis, it may fall under 8426.91. It is essential to distinguish between the stationary pedestal nature of 8426.30 and the mobile or bridge-based systems of other subheadings.
Top exporters and importers of HS 842630 (the code used for jib crane), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 842630 (the code used for jib crane) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 37% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the Netherlands, with 13% 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 842630, not only jib crane.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $229M 37% of world exports
- 2 Germany $65M 11% of world exports
- 3 South Korea $45M 7.3% of world exports
World total: $617M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Netherlands $121M 13% of world imports
- 2 Indonesia $87M 9.6% of world imports
- 3 Singapore $79M 8.7% of world imports
World total: $910M 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 jib crane
Brazil classifies jib crane under NCM 8426.30.00: HS 8426.30 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about jib crane
What is the HS code for Jib crane?
The HS code for Jib crane is 842630 (Cranes; portal or pedestal jib cranes). The primary HS code for a portal or pedestal jib crane is 8426.30.
How do I classify Jib crane for customs?
Jib crane is classified under HS code 842630 — Cranes; portal or pedestal jib cranes. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include mobile cranes?
No, mobile cranes on tires are classified under 8426.41, while those on crawler tracks fall under 8426.49.
Which countries are the top exporters of jib crane (HS 842630)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 842630 (the code used for jib crane) in UN Comtrade data were China ($229M, 37% of world exports), Germany ($65M) and South Korea ($45M). World exports came to about $617M, 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 jib crane (HS 842630)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 842630 (the code used for jib crane) in UN Comtrade data were the Netherlands ($121M, 13% of world imports), Indonesia ($87M) and Singapore ($79M). World imports came to about $910M, 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 Jib crane the same in all countries?
The base HS code 842630 for Jib crane 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 jib crane in Brazil?
In Brazil, jib crane (HS 842630) is classified under NCM 8426.30.00.