Product classification
HS code for Pile extractor: 8430.10
Pile-drivers and pile-extractors.
Classification of pile extractor under HS 8430.10
The classification of a pile extractor under HS code 8430.10 is based on its functional role in construction and civil engineering. Heading 8430 covers a broad range of earth-moving, excavating, and extracting machinery that is not self-propelled or is specifically designed for heavy-duty site work. Subheading 8430.10 specifically groups pile-drivers and pile-extractors together because they often utilize similar mechanical principles, such as vibration or percussion, to manipulate structural piles. These machines are used to remove steel sheets, H-piles, or timber piles from the ground after construction is complete or during demolition. The classification remains here regardless of whether the machine is powered hydraulically, pneumatically, or via an internal combustion system, provided it is a dedicated unit for pile extraction. These units are essential in foundation engineering and maritime construction for the recovery of temporary shoring materials.
- Covers
- Vibratory pile extractors
- Hydraulic pile extraction units
- Pneumatic pile extractors
- Diesel-powered pile hammers configured for extraction
- Sheet pile pullers
- Also under 8430.10
- Junttan PM25
- Bauer BG 28
- ABI Mobilram TM 18/20
- PVE 23VM
- ICE 416L
Codes often confused with 8430.10
Common mistake. Pile extractors are often misclassified under HS code 8426, which covers derricks and cranes. This occurs when the extractor is an attachment used with a crane; however, the extractor itself remains classified under 8430.10. Another misclassification is HS code 8467, which covers tools for working in the hand. While some small pneumatic extractors might seem like hand tools, industrial-grade pile extractors used in civil engineering are strictly classified under 8430.10 due to their scale and application.
Top exporters and importers of HS 843010 (the code used for pile extractor), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 843010 (the code used for pile extractor) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 29% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the Netherlands, with 11% 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 843010, not only pile extractor.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $256M 29% of world exports
- 2 Netherlands $132M 15% of world exports
- 3 Germany $102M 12% of world exports
World total: $885M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Netherlands $92M 11% of world imports
- 2 Vietnam* ~$66M 8.0% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 United Kingdom $65M 7.8% of world imports
World total: $832M 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 pile extractor
Brazil classifies pile extractor under NCM 8430.10.00: HS 8430.10 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about pile extractor
What is the HS code for Pile extractor?
The HS code for Pile extractor is 843010 (Pile-drivers and pile-extractors). The HS code for pile extractors is 8430.10, which also includes pile-drivers.
How do I classify Pile extractor for customs?
Pile extractor is classified under HS code 843010 — Pile-drivers and pile-extractors. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Can a vibratory hammer be classified here?
Yes, if the vibratory hammer is designed for driving or extracting piles, it is classified under HS code 8430.10.
Which countries are the top exporters of pile extractor (HS 843010)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 843010 (the code used for pile extractor) in UN Comtrade data were China ($256M, 29% of world exports), the Netherlands ($132M) and Germany ($102M). World exports came to about $885M, 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 pile extractor (HS 843010)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 843010 (the code used for pile extractor) in UN Comtrade data were the Netherlands ($92M, 11% of world imports), Vietnam (about $66M) and the United Kingdom ($65M). World imports came to about $832M, 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 Pile extractor the same in all countries?
The base HS code 843010 for Pile extractor 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 pile extractor in Brazil?
In Brazil, pile extractor (HS 843010) is classified under NCM 8430.10.00.