Product classification
HS code for Pneumatic motor: 8412.39
Engines, pneumatic power engines and motors, other than linear acting (cylinders).
Classification of pneumatic motor under HS 8412.39
Pneumatic motors are classified under HS code 8412.39, which falls within the broader category of other engines and motors in Chapter 84 of the Harmonized System. This specific code is reserved for pneumatic power engines and motors that are not linear acting. Unlike pneumatic cylinders, which provide linear motion and are classified under 8412.31, these motors typically provide rotary motion through vanes, pistons, or turbines. The classification is determined by the primary function of converting compressed air energy into mechanical work. If the motor is part of a complete tool, such as a pneumatic drill, it might be classified under 8467; however, as a standalone component or replacement part, 8412.39 is the correct designation. The distinction between linear and non-linear acting is the primary driver for subheading selection within 8412.3. Non-linear motors are essential in various industrial applications, including automation, mixing, and powering handheld tools where a continuous rotational output is required. They are valued for their high power-to-weight ratio and safety in explosive environments where electric motors might pose a spark risk. Customs authorities look for the absence of a piston rod that moves in a straight line to confirm the non-linear status.
- Covers
- Rotary vane air motors
- Radial piston air motors
- Axial piston air motors
- Turbine air motors
- Air motors for industrial mixers
- Also under 8412.39
- Atlas Copco air motors
- Gast Manufacturing air motors
- Desoutter air motors
- Ingersoll Rand air motors
- Deprag air motors
Codes often confused with 8412.39
Common mistake. Pneumatic motors are frequently confused with HS code 8412.31, which is strictly for linear acting pneumatic power engines (cylinders). Another common error is using 8467.11, which covers the entire pneumatic tool (like a handheld grinder) rather than just the motor component. Additionally, hydraulic motors are classified under 8412.29 and should not be confused with pneumatic versions despite similar appearances.
Top exporters and importers of HS 841239 (the code used for pneumatic motor), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 841239 (the code used for pneumatic motor) in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 28% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 15% 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 841239, not only pneumatic motor.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 United States $406M 28% of world exports
- 2 Italy $179M 12% of world exports
- 3 Germany $165M 11% of world exports
World total: $1.5B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $229M 15% of world imports
- 2 United Kingdom $116M 7.4% of world imports
- 3 Germany $106M 6.8% of world imports
World total: $1.6B 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 code for pneumatic motor
Brazil classifies pneumatic motor under NCM 8412.39.00: HS 8412.39 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about pneumatic motor
What is the HS code for Pneumatic motor?
The HS code for Pneumatic motor is 841239 (Engines; pneumatic power engines and motors, other than linear acting (cylinders)). The HS code for a non-linear acting pneumatic motor is 8412.39.
How do I classify Pneumatic motor for customs?
Pneumatic motor is classified under HS code 841239 — Engines; pneumatic power engines and motors, other than linear acting (cylinders). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the difference between 8412.31 and 8412.39?
HS code 8412.31 is for linear acting engines like pneumatic cylinders, while 8412.39 is for rotary or non-linear motors.
Which countries are the top exporters of pneumatic motor (HS 841239)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 841239 (the code used for pneumatic motor) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($406M, 28% of world exports), Italy ($179M) and Germany ($165M). World exports came to about $1.5B, 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 pneumatic motor (HS 841239)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 841239 (the code used for pneumatic motor) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($229M, 15% of world imports), the United Kingdom ($116M) and Germany ($106M). World imports came to about $1.6B, 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 Pneumatic motor the same in all countries?
The base HS code 841239 for Pneumatic motor 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 pneumatic motor in Brazil?
In Brazil, pneumatic motor (HS 841239) is classified under NCM 8412.39.00.