Product classification
HS code for Shoring props: 7308.40
Iron or steel, structures and parts thereof, props and similar equipment for scaffolding, shuttering or pit-propping.
Classification of shoring props under HS 7308.40
Shoring props are classified under HS code 7308.40. This heading covers structures and parts of structures of iron or steel, specifically equipment for scaffolding, shuttering, propping, or pit-propping. Shoring props are essential components in construction, used to provide temporary support for ceilings, walls, or trenches during building or excavation. The classification is determined by the material (iron or steel) and the specific functional application in the construction industry. These items are designed to withstand significant loads and are often adjustable in height. Because they are considered structural components rather than simple hardware, they are grouped with other heavy-duty construction equipment like scaffolding frames and shuttering for concrete work. The classification remains consistent whether the props are used in civil engineering, mining (pit-propping), or general building construction.
- Covers
- Adjustable steel shoring props (Acrow props)
- Trench struts for excavation support
- Steel pit-props for mining
- Vertical support members for concrete shuttering
- Also under 7308.40
- PERI scaffolding systems
- Doka formwork systems
- Layher scaffolding
- Hünnebeck shoring equipment
Codes often confused with 7308.40
Common mistake. Shoring props are sometimes misclassified under HS code 7326, which is a residual category for other articles of iron or steel. However, because 7308 specifically mentions "propping" equipment, it takes precedence. Another common error is classifying them under HS code 8425, which covers jacks and hoists. While some shoring props have mechanical adjustment features similar to jacks, their primary purpose is static structural support rather than lifting, which keeps them in Chapter 73. Additionally, if the props are made of aluminum, they must be classified under HS code 7610 rather than 7308, as the latter is strictly for iron or steel products.
Top exporters and importers of HS 730840 (the code used for shoring props), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 730840 (the code used for shoring props) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 29% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 6.6% 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 730840, not only shoring props.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $2.0B 29% of world exports
- 2 Germany $1.1B 17% of world exports
- 3 India $415M 6.0% of world exports
World total: $7.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $477M 6.6% of world imports
- 2 United Arab Emirates* ~$407M 5.7% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 United States $382M 5.3% of world imports
World total: $7.2B 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 shoring props
Brazil classifies shoring props under NCM 7308.40.00: HS 7308.40 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
EU Regulatory Requirements
This product falls under the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). Importers to the EU must declare embedded carbon emissions and purchase CBAM certificates.
Questions about shoring props
What is the HS code for Shoring props?
The HS code for Shoring props is 730840 (Iron or steel; structures and parts thereof, props and similar equipment for scaffolding, shuttering or pit-propping). The HS code for iron or steel shoring props is 7308.40.
How do I classify Shoring props for customs?
Shoring props is classified under HS code 730840 — Iron or steel; structures and parts thereof, props and similar equipment for scaffolding, shuttering or pit-propping. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are aluminum shoring props classified under the same code?
No, aluminum shoring props are classified under HS code 7610.90, as 7308.40 is specific to iron or steel.
Which countries are the top exporters of shoring props (HS 730840)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 730840 (the code used for shoring props) in UN Comtrade data were China ($2.0B, 29% of world exports), Germany ($1.1B) and India ($415M). World exports came to about $7.0B, 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.
Which countries are the top importers of shoring props (HS 730840)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 730840 (the code used for shoring props) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($477M, 6.6% of world imports), the United Arab Emirates (about $407M) and the United States ($382M). World imports came to about $7.2B, 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 Shoring props the same in all countries?
The base HS code 730840 for Shoring props 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 shoring props in Brazil?
In Brazil, shoring props (HS 730840) is classified under NCM 7308.40.00.