Product classification
HS code for Skip hoist: 8428.10
Lifts and skip hoists.
Classification of skip hoist under HS 8428.10
Skip hoists are classified under HS code 8428.10 because they represent a specific category of lifting and handling machinery designed for the vertical or inclined movement of bulk materials using a skip or bucket. This classification is governed by the General Rules for the Interpretation (GRI) of the Harmonized System, specifically focusing on the machine's primary function. Chapter 84 covers mechanical appliances, and heading 8428 is a basket heading for lifting, handling, loading, or unloading machinery that is not more specifically described in headings 8425 to 8427. Subheading 8428.10 is explicitly dedicated to lifts and skip hoists. Unlike standard elevators used for passengers, skip hoists are industrial tools often integrated into larger systems like blast furnaces or construction sites to transport raw materials such as coal, ore, or cement. The classification remains consistent regardless of whether the hoist is stationary or mounted on a simple chassis, provided it does not become a self-propelled vehicle. The technical distinction lies in the use of a skip—a container that can be tipped or emptied—rather than a simple platform or hook.
- Covers
- Industrial skip hoists for blast furnace charging
- Construction skip hoists for debris removal
- Automated skip lifting systems for mining operations
- Inclined skip hoists for chemical processing plants
- Replacement skips designed for hoist systems
- Also under 8428.10
- Otis Gen2 series
- Schindler 3300 series
- Kone MonoSpace
- Alimak Hek construction hoists
Codes often confused with 8428.10
Common mistake. Skip hoists are frequently confused with general hoists classified under HS code 8425. However, heading 8425 is reserved for pulley tackle and hoists other than skip hoists, such as electric chain hoists or wire rope hoists used for general lifting. Another common error is classifying them under 8428.39, which covers other continuous-action elevators and conveyors. Skip hoists are distinct because they operate in a non-continuous, cyclical manner (loading, lifting, dumping, and returning). Additionally, if the skip hoist is part of a self-propelled vehicle, it may fall under 8427, though this is rare for true skip hoist designs.
Top exporters and importers of HS 842810 (the code used for skip hoist), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 842810 (the code used for skip hoist) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 33% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United Kingdom, with 6.0% 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 842810, not only skip hoist.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $2.5B 33% of world exports
- 2 Spain $680M 9.1% of world exports
- 3 Netherlands $588M 7.9% of world exports
World total: $7.4B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United Kingdom $426M 6.0% of world imports
- 2 Germany $321M 4.5% of world imports
- 3 Canada $302M 4.3% of world imports
World total: $7.1B 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 skip hoist
Brazil classifies skip hoist under NCM 8428.10.00: HS 8428.10 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about skip hoist
What is the HS code for Skip hoist?
The HS code for Skip hoist is 842810 (Lifts and skip hoists). The specific HS code for skip hoists is 8428.10, which falls under the broader category of lifting and handling machinery.
How do I classify Skip hoist for customs?
Skip hoist is classified under HS code 842810 — Lifts and skip hoists. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are parts for skip hoists classified under the same code?
No, parts specifically suitable for use solely or principally with the machinery of heading 8428 are generally classified under HS code 8431.39.
Which countries are the top exporters of skip hoist (HS 842810)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 842810 (the code used for skip hoist) in UN Comtrade data were China ($2.5B, 33% of world exports), Spain ($680M) and the Netherlands ($588M). World exports came to about $7.4B, 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 skip hoist (HS 842810)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 842810 (the code used for skip hoist) in UN Comtrade data were the United Kingdom ($426M, 6.0% of world imports), Germany ($321M) and Canada ($302M). World imports came to about $7.1B, 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.
Is the HS code for Skip hoist the same in all countries?
The base HS code 842810 for Skip hoist 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 skip hoist in Brazil?
In Brazil, skip hoist (HS 842810) is classified under NCM 8428.10.00.