Product classification
HS code for Overhead crane: 8426.11
Cranes, overhead travelling cranes on fixed support.
Classification of overhead crane under HS 8426.11
Overhead cranes are classified under HS code 8426.11. This code is located in Chapter 84, which deals with mechanical appliances and machinery. Specifically, heading 8426 covers ships' derricks, cranes, and mobile lifting frames. Subheading 8426.11 is dedicated to overhead traveling cranes on fixed supports. The classification is determined by the structural design and the method of operation. An overhead crane consists of parallel runways with a traveling bridge spanning the gap, and a hoist (the lifting component) travels along the bridge. The "fixed support" aspect of this code refers to the fact that the runways are permanently installed onto the building's structure or dedicated pillars. This distinguishes these cranes from mobile or truck-mounted lifting equipment. The primary function is the horizontal and vertical movement of heavy loads within a defined industrial space.
- Covers
- Bridge cranes (top-running or under-hung)
- Gantry cranes on fixed rails
- Single girder overhead cranes
- Double girder overhead cranes
- Industrial workshop cranes on fixed supports
- Also under 8426.11
- Konecranes CXT
- Demag V-Type
- Gorbel Workstation Cranes
- Street Crane Company ZX Hoist
- Spanco Freestanding Workstation Cranes
Codes often confused with 8426.11
Common mistake. Overhead cranes are sometimes misclassified under 8426.19, which covers "other" overhead traveling cranes, such as those that are not on fixed supports (e.g., mobile lifting frames). Another common mistake is using 8426.41 or 8426.49, which are for self-propelled cranes. If the crane is integrated into a vehicle chassis, it moves to 8426.91 or 8705.10. It is essential to verify if the support structure is permanent to justify the use of 8426.11.
Top exporters and importers of HS 842611 (the code used for overhead crane), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 842611 (the code used for overhead crane) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 43% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 8.1% 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 842611, not only overhead crane.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $523M 43% of world exports
- 2 Italy $68M 5.6% of world exports
- 3 Germany $60M 4.9% of world exports
World total: $1.2B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $110M 8.1% of world imports
- 2 Sri Lanka $87M 6.4% of world imports
- 3 Indonesia $77M 5.6% of world imports
World total: $1.4B 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 overhead crane
Brazil classifies overhead crane under NCM 8426.11.00: HS 8426.11 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about overhead crane
What is the HS code for Overhead crane?
The HS code for Overhead crane is 842611 (Cranes; overhead travelling cranes on fixed support). The HS code for an overhead traveling crane on fixed supports is 8426.11.
How do I classify Overhead crane for customs?
Overhead crane is classified under HS code 842611 — Cranes; overhead travelling cranes on fixed support. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are the hoist and the bridge classified together?
Yes, when imported as a complete system, the hoist and the bridge are classified together under 8426.11. If the hoist is imported separately, it may be classified under 8425.11 or 8425.19.
Which countries are the top exporters of overhead crane (HS 842611)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 842611 (the code used for overhead crane) in UN Comtrade data were China ($523M, 43% of world exports), Italy ($68M) and Germany ($60M). World exports came to about $1.2B, 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 overhead crane (HS 842611)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 842611 (the code used for overhead crane) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($110M, 8.1% of world imports), Sri Lanka ($87M) and Indonesia ($77M). World imports came to about $1.4B, 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 Overhead crane the same in all countries?
The base HS code 842611 for Overhead 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 overhead crane in Brazil?
In Brazil, overhead crane (HS 842611) is classified under NCM 8426.11.00.