Product classification
HS code for Manure spreader: 8432.41
Spreaders and distributors, for manure and fertilizers, for agricultural, horticultural or forestry use, manure spreaders.
Classification of manure spreader under HS 8432.41
Manure spreaders are classified under HS code 8432.41. This classification is situated within Chapter 84, which includes agricultural machinery. Heading 8432 specifically covers agricultural, horticultural, or forestry machinery for soil preparation or cultivation, including lawn or sports-ground rollers. Within this heading, the 8432.4x series is dedicated to spreaders and distributors for manure and fertilizers. The 2022 HS nomenclature update specifically separated manure spreaders (8432.41) from fertilizer distributors (8432.42) to allow for better statistical tracking. A manure spreader is defined as a machine used to distribute animal manure over a field as fertilizer. These machines can be self-propelled or, more commonly, towed behind a tractor and powered by a power take-off (PTO). The classification is based on the primary function of the machine in an agricultural context. The distinction between manure (organic waste) and chemical fertilizers is the primary driver for the 6-digit subheading choice. Manure spreaders typically feature a large hopper or tank and a mechanism—such as a rotating beater or a spinning disk—to fling the material across the ground. This code also includes liquid manure tankers, provided they are equipped with a spreading or spraying device. If the tanker is merely for transport and lacks the distribution mechanism, it might be classified as a trailer under heading 8716. The specificity of 8432.41 ensures that agricultural tools designed for nutrient management are grouped together, facilitating trade monitoring and tariff application. The machine must be designed for agricultural use; industrial waste spreaders not intended for soil enrichment might fall under different headings in Chapter 84.
- Covers
- Rear-discharge solid manure spreaders
- Side-delivery manure spreaders
- Liquid manure tankers with spreading attachments
- Towed manure distributors for agricultural use
- Also under 8432.41
- Kuhn Knight ProTwin Slinger spreaders
- Bunning Lowlander spreaders
- Veenhuis slurry tankers
- Joskin Modulo slurry tankers
- New Holland 195 manure spreaders
Codes often confused with 8432.41
Common mistake. Manure spreaders are most commonly misclassified under 8432.42, which is the code for mineral or chemical fertilizer distributors. They are also sometimes incorrectly placed in 8716.20 (self-loading or self-unloading trailers for agricultural purposes) if the spreading mechanism is overlooked. Additionally, simple liquid tankers without spreading gear are classified under 8716 rather than 8432.
Top exporters and importers of HS 843241 (the code used for manure spreader), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 843241 (the code used for manure spreader) in UN Comtrade data was the Netherlands, with 30% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 35% 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 843241, not only manure spreader.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Netherlands $101M 30% of world exports
- 2 Canada $88M 26% of world exports
- 3 United Kingdom $25M 7.4% of world exports
World total: $336M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $97M 35% of world imports
- 2 Germany $23M 8.1% of world imports
- 3 Belgium $15M 5.4% of world imports
World total: $279M 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 manure spreader
Brazil classifies manure spreader under NCM 8432.41.00: HS 8432.41 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about manure spreader
What is the HS code for Manure spreader?
The HS code for Manure spreader is 843241 (Spreaders and distributors; for manure and fertilizers, for agricultural, horticultural or forestry use; manure spreaders). The HS code for a manure spreader used in agricultural, horticultural, or forestry applications is 8432.41.
How do I classify Manure spreader for customs?
Manure spreader is classified under HS code 843241 — Spreaders and distributors; for manure and fertilizers, for agricultural, horticultural or forestry use; manure spreaders. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are liquid manure tankers included in this HS code?
Yes, liquid manure tankers are included under 8432.41, provided they are equipped with a mechanical distribution or spreading system for agricultural use.
Which countries are the top exporters of manure spreader (HS 843241)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 843241 (the code used for manure spreader) in UN Comtrade data were the Netherlands ($101M, 30% of world exports), Canada ($88M) and the United Kingdom ($25M). World exports came to about $336M, 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 manure spreader (HS 843241)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 843241 (the code used for manure spreader) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($97M, 35% of world imports), Germany ($23M) and Belgium ($15M). World imports came to about $279M, 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 Manure spreader the same in all countries?
The base HS code 843241 for Manure spreader 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 manure spreader in Brazil?
In Brazil, manure spreader (HS 843241) is classified under NCM 8432.41.00.