Product classification
HS code for Portal crane: 8426.30
Cranes, portal or pedestal jib cranes.
Classification of portal crane under HS 8426.30
Portal cranes are classified under HS code 8426.30, which specifically covers portal or pedestal jib cranes. These are heavy-duty lifting machines characterized by a structure that straddles an area, often used in shipyards, ports, or large-scale construction sites. The classification falls under Chapter 84, which encompasses mechanical appliances and machinery. Heading 8426 is dedicated to ships' derricks, cranes, and mobile lifting frames. The sub-classification 8426.30 is chosen because it describes the specific mechanical configuration of a crane mounted on a portal (a bridge-like structure supported on legs) or a pedestal. This distinguishes it from overhead travelling cranes or mobile cranes on tires. The classification process involves evaluating the structural support system and the intended mobility of the crane's base. Portal cranes are typically fixed to a specific track or mounted on a permanent pedestal, providing high stability for heavy loads. The Harmonized System distinguishes these from "gantry" cranes (8426.19) based on the specific jib or pedestal design. Accurate classification requires technical documentation showing the crane's mounting type and lifting mechanism to ensure it meets the criteria for a portal or pedestal jib system rather than a general overhead bridge system.
- Covers
- Shipyard portal cranes
- Pedestal-mounted jib cranes for offshore platforms
- Level-luffing portal cranes
- Harbor cranes mounted on rail-running portals
- Fixed pedestal cranes for industrial loading
- 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. Portal cranes are often confused with HS code 8426.11 (Overhead travelling cranes on fixed support) or 8426.19 (Gantry cranes). The distinction lies in the jib; a portal crane (8426.30) has a rotating jib or boom, whereas a gantry crane typically has a fixed horizontal bridge. Another common error is using 8426.41 for mobile cranes, which applies only to self-propelled machinery on tires.
Top exporters and importers of HS 842630 (the code used for portal crane), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 842630 (the code used for portal 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 portal 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 portal crane
Brazil classifies portal 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 portal crane
What is the HS code for Portal crane?
The HS code for Portal crane is 842630 (Cranes; portal or pedestal jib cranes). The HS code for portal or pedestal jib cranes is 8426.30.
How do I classify Portal crane for customs?
Portal crane is classified under HS code 842630 — Cranes; portal or pedestal jib cranes. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is a gantry crane the same as a portal crane for HS purposes?
No, gantry cranes are generally classified under 8426.19, while portal cranes with a jib or pedestal design are specifically under 8426.30.
Which countries are the top exporters of portal crane (HS 842630)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 842630 (the code used for portal 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 portal crane (HS 842630)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 842630 (the code used for portal 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 Portal crane the same in all countries?
The base HS code 842630 for Portal 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 portal crane in Brazil?
In Brazil, portal crane (HS 842630) is classified under NCM 8426.30.00.