Product classification
HS code for Manual hoist: 8425.19
Pulley tackle and hoists, not powered by an electric motor (excluding skip hoists or hoists of a kind used for raising vehicles).
Classification of manual hoist under HS 8425.19
Manual hoists are classified under HS code 8425.19. This classification falls within Chapter 84, which covers machinery and mechanical appliances. Heading 8425 specifically includes pulley tackle and hoists, winches, capstans, and jacks. The subheading 8425.19 is reserved for pulley tackle and hoists that are not powered by an electric motor. These devices are used for lifting or lowering loads by means of a drum or lift-wheel around which a rope or chain wraps. The classification is determined by the mechanical function of the device (lifting) and its power source (manual/human effort). Unlike winches, which are designed to pull loads horizontally, hoists are primarily designed for vertical lifting. The absence of an internal combustion engine or electric motor is the primary factor that excludes them from 8425.11 and places them into the residual category of 8425.19.
- Covers
- Manual chain hoists (block and tackle)
- Lever-operated manual hoists (come-alongs)
- Manual wire rope hoists
- Hand-operated overhead pulley systems
- Also under 8425.19
- CM Hurricane 360
- Harrington CX005
- Yale 360
- Kito LB
- Jet JLP-A
Codes often confused with 8425.19
Common mistake. Manual hoists are often misclassified under HS code 8425.11, which is specifically for hoists powered by an electric motor. Importers must ensure the power source is clearly documented. They are also sometimes confused with HS code 8425.39, which covers manual winches. The distinction lies in the application: hoists (8425.19) are for vertical lifting, while winches (8425.39) are for horizontal pulling. Additionally, skip hoists are excluded from this heading and are classified under 8428.20.
Top exporters and importers of HS 842519 (the code used for manual hoist), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 842519 (the code used for manual hoist) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 33% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 23% 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 842519, not only manual hoist.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $245M 33% of world exports
- 2 Germany $73M 9.9% of world exports
- 3 United States $69M 9.4% of world exports
World total: $735M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $175M 23% of world imports
- 2 Canada $35M 4.7% of world imports
- 3 Germany $32M 4.3% of world imports
World total: $744M 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 manual hoist
Brazil splits HS 8425.19 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 8425.19.10Hand-operated pulley tackle and hoists
- 8425.19.90Other non-electric pulley tackle and hoists
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about manual hoist
What is the HS code for Manual hoist?
The HS code for Manual hoist is 842519 (Pulley tackle and hoists; not powered by an electric motor (excluding skip hoists or hoists of a kind used for raising vehicles)). The HS code for a manual (non-electric) hoist is 8425.19.
How do I classify Manual hoist for customs?
Manual hoist is classified under HS code 842519 — Pulley tackle and hoists; not powered by an electric motor (excluding skip hoists or hoists of a kind used for raising vehicles). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is a manual pallet jack considered a hoist?
No, a manual pallet jack is classified under 8427.90 as it is a works truck fitted with lifting equipment, not a standalone pulley tackle or hoist.
Which countries are the top exporters of manual hoist (HS 842519)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 842519 (the code used for manual hoist) in UN Comtrade data were China ($245M, 33% of world exports), Germany ($73M) and the United States ($69M). World exports came to about $735M, 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 manual hoist (HS 842519)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 842519 (the code used for manual hoist) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($175M, 23% of world imports), Canada ($35M) and Germany ($32M). World imports came to about $744M, 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 Manual hoist the same in all countries?
The base HS code 842519 for Manual hoist 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 manual hoist in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 842519 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for manual hoist depends on the product's details: 8425.19.10 (Hand-operated pulley tackle and hoists), 8425.19.90 (Other non-electric pulley tackle and hoists).