Product classification
HS code for Pedestal crane: 8426.30
Cranes, portal or pedestal jib cranes.
Classification of pedestal crane under HS 8426.30
A pedestal crane is classified under HS code 8426.30. This classification is part of Chapter 84, which covers nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery, and mechanical appliances. Heading 8426 is specifically for ships' derricks, cranes, including cable cranes, mobile lifting frames, straddle carriers, and works trucks fitted with a crane. Within this heading, subheading 8426.30 is reserved for "Portal or pedestal jib cranes." A pedestal crane is characterized by a fixed or rotating crane structure mounted on a stationary pedestal or a portal frame. These are distinct from mobile cranes or overhead cranes because of their mounting system. The classification is determined by the mechanical nature of the device and its structural support. According to the Explanatory Notes, these cranes are used for lifting and moving loads over a limited area, often in shipyards, ports, or large industrial workshops. The pedestal provides a stable, permanent base that allows for high lifting capacities and precision. The classification remains 8426.30 regardless of whether the crane is powered by electricity, hydraulics, or internal combustion, as long as the base configuration meets the "pedestal" or "portal" definition.
- Covers
- Fixed pedestal jib cranes
- Portal cranes used in shipyards
- Harbor cranes mounted on fixed pedestals
- Rotary pedestal cranes for industrial plants
- Level-luffing pedestal cranes
- Also under 8426.30
- Liebherr STS Cranes
- Konecranes Gottwald Mobile Harbour Cranes (pedestal)
- ZPMC STS Cranes
- Palfinger Marine Pedestal Cranes
- MacGregor Offshore Cranes
Codes often confused with 8426.30
Common mistake. Pedestal cranes are often misclassified under 8426.11, which is for overhead travelling cranes on fixed supports. While both are stationary, the overhead crane moves along a rail system, whereas a pedestal crane rotates around a central axis. Another common error is 8426.41, which covers other machinery, self-propelled, on tires. If a crane is mounted on a pedestal but that pedestal is part of a ship, it might be confused with 8426.99, but 8426.30 is more specific for the pedestal design itself. Finally, cranes mounted on road vehicle chassis are classified under 8705.10.
Top exporters and importers of HS 842630 (the code used for pedestal crane), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 842630 (the code used for pedestal crane) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 37% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the Netherlands, 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 842630, not only pedestal crane.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $229M 37% of world exports
- 2 Germany $65M 11% of world exports
- 3 South Korea $45M 7.3% of world exports
World total: $617M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Netherlands $121M 13% of world imports
- 2 Indonesia $87M 9.6% of world imports
- 3 Singapore $79M 8.7% of world imports
World total: $910M 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 pedestal crane
Brazil classifies pedestal crane under NCM 8426.30.00: HS 8426.30 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about pedestal crane
What is the HS code for Pedestal crane?
The HS code for Pedestal crane is 842630 (Cranes; portal or pedestal jib cranes). The specific HS code for portal or pedestal jib cranes is 8426.30.
How do I classify Pedestal crane for customs?
Pedestal crane is classified under HS code 842630 — Cranes; portal or pedestal jib cranes. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
How does a pedestal crane differ from a mobile crane in HS classification?
A pedestal crane (8426.30) is mounted on a fixed base or portal, while a mobile crane is either self-propelled (8426.41) or mounted on a vehicle chassis (8705.10).
Which countries are the top exporters of pedestal crane (HS 842630)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 842630 (the code used for pedestal crane) in UN Comtrade data were China ($229M, 37% of world exports), Germany ($65M) and South Korea ($45M). World exports came to about $617M, 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 pedestal crane (HS 842630)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 842630 (the code used for pedestal crane) in UN Comtrade data were the Netherlands ($121M, 13% of world imports), Indonesia ($87M) and Singapore ($79M). World imports came to about $910M, 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 Pedestal crane the same in all countries?
The base HS code 842630 for Pedestal 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 pedestal crane in Brazil?
In Brazil, pedestal crane (HS 842630) is classified under NCM 8426.30.00.