Product classification
HS code for Screw jack: 8425.49
Jacks and hoists, (other than hydraulic), of a kind used for raising vehicles.
Classification of screw jack under HS 8425.49
Screw jacks are classified under HS code 8425.49. This classification is determined by the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI), specifically GRI 1, which directs classification according to the terms of the headings. Heading 8425 covers pulley tackle and hoists other than skip hoists; winches and capstans; and jacks. Within this heading, the structure differentiates between hydraulic systems and mechanical systems. A screw jack operates on the principle of a lead screw, converting rotational motion into linear motion to lift heavy loads. Because it does not utilize a liquid medium under pressure to transmit power, it is excluded from subheading 8425.42, which is reserved for hydraulic jacks. Furthermore, it is not a built-in jacking system of a kind used in garages, which would fall under 8425.41. Consequently, as a mechanical jack used for raising vehicles or other heavy objects, it is correctly placed under the residual subheading 8425.49. This code applies to both manual hand-cranked jacks and those powered by an integrated electric motor, as the mechanical screw remains the primary lifting component.
- Covers
- Mechanical car jacks
- Scissor jacks
- Worm gear screw jacks
- Trailer stabilizer jacks
- Manual leveling jacks for RVs
- Heavy-duty industrial screw jacks
- Also under 8425.49
- Hi-Lift Jack
- Powerbuilt (scissor jacks)
- Goodyear (air jacks)
- AC Hydraulic (pneumatic jacks)
- Bottle Jack (mechanical)
Codes often confused with 8425.49
Common mistake. Screw jacks are frequently confused with hydraulic jacks under HS code 8425.42. The distinction lies entirely in the mechanism of action; hydraulic jacks use fluid pressure, while screw jacks use mechanical threads. Another common error is classifying them under 8479.89 as general mechanical appliances. However, because heading 8425 specifically describes "jacks," it takes precedence over the more general machinery heading 8479 according to the principle of specificity.
Top exporters and importers of HS 842549 (the code used for screw jack), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 842549 (the code used for screw jack) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 34% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 28% 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 842549, not only screw jack.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $389M 34% of world exports
- 2 Germany $155M 14% of world exports
- 3 United States $82M 7.2% of world exports
World total: $1.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $288M 28% of world imports
- 2 Germany $56M 5.4% of world imports
- 3 Canada $50M 4.8% of world imports
World total: $1.0B 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 codes for screw jack
Brazil splits HS 8425.49 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 8425.49.10Non-hydraulic hand-operated jacks
- 8425.49.90Other non-hydraulic jacks
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about screw jack
What is the HS code for Screw jack?
The HS code for Screw jack is 842549 (Jacks and hoists; (other than hydraulic), of a kind used for raising vehicles). The HS code for a mechanical screw jack is 8425.49, which covers jacks other than hydraulic or garage-type systems.
How do I classify Screw jack for customs?
Screw jack is classified under HS code 842549 — Jacks and hoists; (other than hydraulic), of a kind used for raising vehicles. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Can a motorized screw jack be classified here?
Yes, even if the screw jack is driven by an electric motor, it remains classified under 8425.49 because the lifting is performed by the screw mechanism rather than a hydraulic piston.
Which countries are the top exporters of screw jack (HS 842549)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 842549 (the code used for screw jack) in UN Comtrade data were China ($389M, 34% of world exports), Germany ($155M) and the United States ($82M). World exports came to about $1.1B, 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 screw jack (HS 842549)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 842549 (the code used for screw jack) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($288M, 28% of world imports), Germany ($56M) and Canada ($50M). World imports came to about $1.0B, 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 Screw jack the same in all countries?
The base HS code 842549 for Screw jack 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 screw jack in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 842549 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for screw jack depends on the product's details: 8425.49.10 (Non-hydraulic hand-operated jacks), 8425.49.90 (Other non-hydraulic jacks).