HS Code for Road grader

A road grader is classified under HS code 8429.20. Heading 8429 covers self-propelled earth-moving machinery such as bulldozers, angledozers, graders, levellers, scrapers, mechanical shovels, excavators, shovel loaders, tamping machines, and road rollers. Subheading 8429.20 is specifically reserved for graders and levellers. These machines are characterized by a long blade used to create a flat surface during the grading process. The classification is driven by the machine's self-propelled nature and its specific mechanical function of leveling and grading soil, gravel, or other surfaces in construction and road maintenance. Under the Harmonized System, the primary function of the machine determines its four-digit heading, and the specific type of earth-moving action determines the subheading.

Products Included

• Motor graders
• Articulated road graders
• Rigid frame graders
• Self-propelled road levellers
• Maintenance graders

Common Misclassification

Road graders are frequently confused with bulldozers (8429.11) or scrapers (8429.30). While all three are earth-moving machines, a bulldozer uses a front-mounted blade for pushing, and a scraper (8429.30) digs and carries earth. Graders (8429.20) are distinguished by their mid-mounted blade used for fine leveling. They should also not be confused with 8430.69, which covers non-self-propelled grading or leveling equipment.

FAQ

What is the HS code for road grader?

The HS code for a self-propelled road grader is 8429.20.

Is a towed grader classified under 8429.20?

No, 8429.20 is only for self-propelled machinery. Towed or non-self-propelled graders are classified under HS code 8430.69.