Product classification
HS code for Mobile crane: 8426.41
Cranes, self-propelled derricks and cranes, on tyres, n.e.c. in heading no. 8426.
Classification of mobile crane under HS 8426.41
Mobile cranes are classified under HS code 8426.41 when they are self-propelled lifting machines mounted on a chassis equipped with rubber tires. Heading 8426 covers ships' derricks, cranes, mobile lifting frames, straddle carriers, and works trucks fitted with a crane. Subheading 8426.41 specifically identifies self-propelled machinery on tires. The classification of mobile cranes depends heavily on the integration of the lifting mechanism with the chassis. If the crane is permanently mounted on a specially designed carrier that incorporates the essential mechanical features of a lifting machine, it falls under 8426. This distinguishes it from crane lorries where a crane is simply mounted on a standard commercial vehicle chassis. The "on tyres" specification in 8426.41 differentiates these units from those mounted on tracks (crawlers) or those that are stationary. These machines are vital in construction and logistics for moving heavy loads across job sites. The distinction between a "crane lorry" and a "mobile crane" is one of the most frequent points of contention in customs audits, as it determines the applicable duty rates and regulatory requirements.
- Covers
- All-Terrain Cranes: Versatile cranes designed for both highway travel and off-road construction sites.
- Rough Terrain Cranes: Single-cab cranes mounted on two axles, designed specifically for off-road lifting.
- Rubber-Tired Gantry Cranes (RTG): Mobile cranes used in container terminals for stacking shipping containers.
- Truck-Mounted Cranes: Cranes where the crane and the carrier are designed as a single integrated unit.
- Pick and Carry Cranes: Small mobile cranes designed to lift a load and travel with it to a destination.
- Also under 8426.41
- Liebherr LTM 1200-5.1
- Grove GMK5250XL-1
- Tadano GR-1000EX
- Sany SAC2200T
Codes often confused with 8426.41
Common mistake. The most common misclassification is with HS code 8705.10, which covers "crane lorries." The difference is that 8705.10 applies to a crane mounted on a conventional truck chassis that retains the essential characteristics of a motor vehicle. If the chassis is specially designed for the crane and cannot be used for other transport purposes, it belongs in 8426.41. Another misclassification is 8426.49, which is reserved for mobile cranes that are not on tires, such as those on crawler tracks.
Top exporters and importers of HS 842641 (the code used for mobile crane), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 842641 (the code used for mobile crane) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 37% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, 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 842641, not only mobile crane.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $1.3B 37% of world exports
- 2 Germany $631M 18% of world exports
- 3 Japan $559M 16% of world exports
World total: $3.5B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $467M 13% of world imports
- 2 India $399M 11% of world imports
- 3 Saudi Arabia $363M 10% of world imports
World total: $3.6B 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 mobile crane
Brazil splits HS 8426.41 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 8426.41.10Crab-type cranes on tyres, 60 t or more
- 8426.41.90Other self-propelled cranes on tyres
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about mobile crane
What is the HS code for Mobile crane?
The HS code for Mobile crane is 842641 (Cranes; self-propelled derricks and cranes, on tyres, n.e.c. in heading no. 8426).
How do I classify Mobile crane for customs?
Mobile crane is classified under HS code 842641 — Cranes; self-propelled derricks and cranes, on tyres, n.e.c. in heading no. 8426. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the HS code for a mobile crane on wheels?
The HS code for a self-propelled mobile crane on rubber tires is 8426.41. This is the standard code for most modern construction cranes.
Is a crane truck the same as a mobile crane?
Not in customs terms. A crane truck (8705.10) is a vehicle with a crane attached, while a mobile crane (8426.41) is a piece of machinery where the vehicle and crane are one integrated unit.
Which countries are the top exporters of mobile crane (HS 842641)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 842641 (the code used for mobile crane) in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.3B, 37% of world exports), Germany ($631M) and Japan ($559M). World exports came to about $3.5B, 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 mobile crane (HS 842641)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 842641 (the code used for mobile crane) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($467M, 13% of world imports), India ($399M) and Saudi Arabia ($363M). World imports came to about $3.6B, 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 Mobile crane the same in all countries?
The base HS code 842641 for Mobile 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 mobile crane in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 842641 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for mobile crane depends on the product's details: 8426.41.10 (Crab-type cranes on tyres, 60 t or more), 8426.41.90 (Other self-propelled cranes on tyres).