Product classification
HS code for Track bulldozer: 8429.11
Bulldozers and angledozers, self-propelled, track laying.
Classification of track bulldozer under HS 8429.11
A track bulldozer is classified under HS code 8429.11. This classification is determined by the machine's self-propelled nature and its specific method of locomotion—track-laying (also known as crawler) tracks. Heading 8429 covers heavy earth-moving machinery such as graders, levelers, scrapers, and mechanical shovels. The subheading 8429.11 is specifically dedicated to bulldozers and angledozers that move on tracks. This distinction is critical because the mechanical engineering and operational use of tracked vehicles differ from wheeled versions. The tracks provide superior traction and lower ground pressure, which are essential for the heavy-duty earth-pushing tasks defined by this code. Even if the bulldozer blade is detached for shipping, the machine is still classified here as long as the base unit retains the essential character of a track-laying bulldozer.
- Covers
- Crawler bulldozers
- Track-laying angledozers
- Heavy-duty tracked earth-movers
- Self-propelled track-laying blades
- Tracked dozers for construction and mining
- Also under 8429.11
- Caterpillar D10T2
- Komatsu D375A
- John Deere 1050K
- Liebherr PR 776
Codes often confused with 8429.11
Common mistake. The most common misclassification is with wheeled bulldozers, which fall under HS code 8429.19. Another frequent error involves classifying these machines as tractors under HS code 8701. While a bulldozer is built on a tractor-like chassis, Chapter 87 excludes machines of Chapter 84 that are designed for earth-moving rather than simple haulage. Additionally, front-end shovel loaders are often confused with bulldozers but are correctly classified under 8429.51 if they are designed to lift and load rather than just push material.
Top exporters and importers of HS 842911 (the code used for track bulldozer), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 842911 (the code used for track bulldozer) in UN Comtrade data was Japan, with 21% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 11% 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 842911, not only track bulldozer.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Japan $943M 21% of world exports
- 2 China $904M 20% of world exports
- 3 Brazil $815M 18% of world exports
World total: $4.5B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $480M 11% of world imports
- 2 Canada $314M 7.2% of world imports
- 3 Australia $272M 6.2% of world imports
World total: $4.4B 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 track bulldozer
Brazil splits HS 8429.11 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 8429.11.10Crawler bulldozers and angledozers, 520 HP or more
- 8429.11.90Crawler bulldozers and angledozers under 520 HP
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about track bulldozer
What is the HS code for Track bulldozer?
The HS code for Track bulldozer is 842911 (Bulldozers and angledozers; self-propelled, track laying). The HS code for a track-laying bulldozer is 8429.11, which covers self-propelled, track-laying bulldozers and angledozers.
How do I classify Track bulldozer for customs?
Track bulldozer is classified under HS code 842911 — Bulldozers and angledozers; self-propelled, track laying. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Can a bulldozer be classified as a tractor?
No, if the machine is primarily designed for earth-moving (pushing or leveling), it must be classified under 8429 rather than the tractor heading 8701.
Which countries are the top exporters of track bulldozer (HS 842911)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 842911 (the code used for track bulldozer) in UN Comtrade data were Japan ($943M, 21% of world exports), China ($904M) and Brazil ($815M). World exports came to about $4.5B, 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 track bulldozer (HS 842911)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 842911 (the code used for track bulldozer) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($480M, 11% of world imports), Canada ($314M) and Australia ($272M). World imports came to about $4.4B, 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.
Is the HS code for Track bulldozer the same in all countries?
The base HS code 842911 for Track bulldozer 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 track bulldozer in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 842911 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for track bulldozer depends on the product's details: 8429.11.10 (Crawler bulldozers and angledozers, 520 HP or more), 8429.11.90 (Crawler bulldozers and angledozers under 520 HP).