Product classification
HS code for Snow removal machine: 8430.20
Snow-ploughs and snow-blowers.
Classification of snow removal machine under HS 8430.20
Snow removal machines are classified under HS code 8430.20, which falls within Chapter 84 of the Harmonized System. This chapter covers nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery, and mechanical appliances. Specifically, heading 8430 encompasses machinery for moving, grading, or excavating, and explicitly includes snow-ploughs and snow-blowers. The classification is determined by the mechanical function of the equipment designed for the displacement of snow. Whether the machine is a self-propelled unit or an attachment designed to be mounted onto a tractor or truck, it remains within this heading provided it is specifically designed for snow removal. The primary function—clearing paths by blowing or pushing snow—is the defining characteristic for this code. For customs purposes, the distinction between a machine that is an integral part of a vehicle and a machine that is an interchangeable attachment is critical, though both often land within the 8430.20 subheading if they are dedicated snow-clearing apparatus.
- Covers
- Rotary snow-blowers
- Snow-ploughs designed to be mounted on trucks
- Self-propelled snow-clearing machines
- Pedestrian-controlled snow-blowers
- V-shaped snow ploughs
- Also under 8430.20
- Western Prodigy
- Boss V-Plow
- Ariens Deluxe 28
- Honda HSS1332ATD
- Oshkosh HT-Series
Codes often confused with 8430.20
Common mistake. Snow removal equipment is frequently confused with HS code 8429, which covers self-propelled bulldozers and graders. While these machines can move snow, 8430.20 is more specific for dedicated snow equipment. Another common error is using HS code 8705, which covers special purpose motor vehicles. If the snow-clearing mechanism is permanently integrated into a chassis that cannot be used for other purposes, it might be argued under 8705, but 8430.20 remains the standard for the machinery itself.
Top exporters and importers of HS 843020 (the code used for snow removal machine), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 843020 (the code used for snow removal machine) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 25% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 30% 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 843020, not only snow removal machine.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $184M 25% of world exports
- 2 United States $139M 19% of world exports
- 3 Canada $83M 11% of world exports
World total: $744M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $212M 30% of world imports
- 2 Canada $183M 26% of world imports
- 3 Norway $58M 8.2% of world imports
World total: $708M 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 snow removal machine
Brazil classifies snow removal machine under NCM 8430.20.00: HS 8430.20 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about snow removal machine
What is the HS code for Snow removal machine?
The HS code for Snow removal machine is 843020 (Snow-ploughs and snow-blowers). The primary HS code for snow removal machines, including snow-ploughs and snow-blowers, is 8430.20.
How do I classify Snow removal machine for customs?
Snow removal machine is classified under HS code 843020 — Snow-ploughs and snow-blowers. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include hand-held shovels?
No, manual snow shovels are typically classified under heading 8201 as hand tools, as they lack the mechanical components required for Chapter 84.
Which countries are the top exporters of snow removal machine (HS 843020)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 843020 (the code used for snow removal machine) in UN Comtrade data were China ($184M, 25% of world exports), the United States ($139M) and Canada ($83M). World exports came to about $744M, 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 snow removal machine (HS 843020)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 843020 (the code used for snow removal machine) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($212M, 30% of world imports), Canada ($183M) and Norway ($58M). World imports came to about $708M, 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 Snow removal machine the same in all countries?
The base HS code 843020 for Snow removal machine 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 snow removal machine in Brazil?
In Brazil, snow removal machine (HS 843020) is classified under NCM 8430.20.00.