HS Code for Tractor mower

Tractor mowers, specifically those designed as implements for agricultural use or large-scale maintenance, are classified under HS code 8433.20. Heading 8433 covers harvesting or threshing machinery, including grass mowers. Sub-heading 8433.20 specifically addresses mowers that are not designed for lawns, parks, or sports grounds (which fall under 8433.11 or 8433.19). This code includes cutter bars designed to be mounted onto a tractor. The classification is determined by the machine's function—cutting grass or forage—and its industrial or agricultural scale. These units are typically used for haymaking or clearing large fields. If the mower is integrated into a self-propelled vehicle specifically designed for mowing, the classification remains in 8433, but the distinction between agricultural mowers and lawn mowers is critical for duty rate determination.

Products Included

• Tractor-mounted sickle bar mowers
• Disc mowers for tractor attachment
• Drum mowers
• Rotary mowers for agricultural use
• Cutter bars for tractor mounting

Common Misclassification

Tractor mowers are often confused with HS code 8433.11 or 8433.19, which are for lawn mowers. The distinction lies in the intended use; 8433.20 is for agricultural or "other" mowers. Additionally, some importers mistakenly classify the entire unit under 8701.91 (tractors) if the mower is attached. However, the mower implement itself, when shipped separately or as the primary functional component, belongs in 8433.20.

FAQ

What is the HS code for tractor mower?

The HS code for agricultural tractor mowers and cutter bars is 8433.20.

Does this code include the tractor itself?

No, the tractor is classified under 8701, while the mower attachment or the mowing machine is classified under 8433.20.