Product classification
HS code for Lift parts: 8431.31
Lifts, skip hoists or escalators, parts thereof.
Classification of lift parts under HS 8431.31
Lift parts are classified under HS code 8431.31. This classification follows the logic of Section XVI of the Harmonized System, where parts suitable for use solely or principally with the machinery of headings 8425 to 8430 are classified under heading 8431. Since complete lifts fall under heading 8428, their dedicated components are directed to 8431. Subheading 8431.31 is specifically carved out for parts of lifts, skip hoists, or escalators. To qualify for this code, the item must be an identifiable part of the lift mechanism and not a general-purpose item. For instance, a specialized lift cage or a safety braking system designed specifically for an elevator shaft would fall here. The classification requires that the part does not have a more specific heading elsewhere in the nomenclature. This follows Note 2(b) to Section XVI, which prioritizes parts that are specialized for a particular machine. The technical nature of these parts often requires detailed documentation to prove they are not interchangeable with general industrial machinery components.
- Covers
- Lift cages and platforms
- Guide rails for elevators
- Safety gear and overspeed governors
- Traction sheaves and pulleys
- Counterweights specifically for lifts
- Door operators and landing doors
- Also under 8431.31
- Otis elevator parts
- Schindler escalator components
- Kone lift control boards
- Thyssenkrupp elevator cables
Codes often confused with 8431.31
Common mistake. A common mistake is classifying electrical components like control panels under 8431.31. These are typically classified under 8537. Similarly, electric motors for lifts should be classified under 8501. General-purpose steel cables or chains are often misclassified here but should be under 7312 or 7315 respectively, as they are considered parts of general use under Section XV Note 2.
Top exporters and importers of HS 843131 (the code used for lift parts), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 843131 (the code used for lift parts) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 25% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 9.5% 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 843131, not only lift parts.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $1.3B 25% of world exports
- 2 Spain $580M 11% of world exports
- 3 Italy $572M 11% of world exports
World total: $5.3B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $562M 9.5% of world imports
- 2 United States $402M 6.8% of world imports
- 3 France $363M 6.2% of world imports
World total: $5.9B 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 lift parts
Brazil splits HS 8431.31 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 8431.31.10Parts of lifts
- 8431.31.90Parts of skip hoists or escalators
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about lift parts
What is the HS code for Lift parts?
The HS code for Lift parts is 843131 (Lifts, skip hoists or escalators; parts thereof). The specific HS code for parts of lifts, skip hoists, or escalators is 8431.31.
How do I classify Lift parts for customs?
Lift parts is classified under HS code 843131 — Lifts, skip hoists or escalators; parts thereof. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are elevator buttons classified under this code?
No, elevator buttons and control panels are generally classified under heading 8537 as boards or panels for electric control.
Which countries are the top exporters of lift parts (HS 843131)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 843131 (the code used for lift parts) in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.3B, 25% of world exports), Spain ($580M) and Italy ($572M). World exports came to about $5.3B, 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 lift parts (HS 843131)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 843131 (the code used for lift parts) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($562M, 9.5% of world imports), the United States ($402M) and France ($363M). World imports came to about $5.9B, 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 Lift parts the same in all countries?
The base HS code 843131 for Lift 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 lift parts in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 843131 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for lift parts depends on the product's details: 8431.31.10 (Parts of lifts), 8431.31.90 (Parts of skip hoists or escalators).