Product classification
HS code for Transporter crane: 8426.19
Cranes, transporter, gantry and bridge cranes.
Classification of transporter crane under HS 8426.19
The classification of a transporter crane under HS code 8426.19 is determined by the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI), specifically GRI 1 and 6. Heading 8426 covers a broad range of lifting and handling machinery, including ships' derricks, cranes, and mobile lifting frames. A transporter crane is a specific type of heavy-duty lifting equipment characterized by a horizontal beam or bridge that supports a moving hoist. These are often used in industrial settings like shipyards or steel mills. Subheading 8426.19 is designated for "Other" cranes within the group of overhead travelling cranes, transporter cranes, gantry cranes, and bridge cranes. This classification is appropriate when the crane is a stationary or rail-mounted structure. If the crane were integrated into a motor vehicle chassis, it would likely move to Chapter 87. The technical distinction lies in the fixed or semi-fixed nature of the supporting structure, which distinguishes it from mobile cranes mounted on tires or crawlers. Furthermore, Section XVI Note 3 and 4 regarding composite machines and functional units may apply if the crane is part of a larger automated system, but generally, the crane itself remains under 8426.19 as a single functional entity designed for the movement of heavy goods across a defined path.
- Covers
- Overhead travelling cranes on fixed supports
- Gantry cranes used in container terminals
- Bridge cranes for industrial workshops
- Portal or semi-portal cranes
- Mobile lifting frames on rails
- Also under 8426.19
- ZPMC RMG
- Konecranes Shipyard Cranes
- Liebherr RMG
- Mitsui E&S Gantry Cranes
- Shanghai Zhenhua Heavy Industries (ZPMC) Container Cranes
Codes often confused with 8426.19
Common mistake. Transporter cranes are frequently confused with mobile cranes classified under HS code 8426.41 or 8426.49. The primary difference is that mobile cranes are mounted on wheels or crawlers and are designed to move between job sites, whereas transporter cranes are typically fixed to a specific rail system or structure. Another common error is classifying them under 8705.10 as crane lorries; however, 8705.10 only applies if the crane is permanently mounted on a motor vehicle chassis that can travel on public roads. Additionally, straddle carriers are classified under 8426.12, which is a separate subheading from the general transporter cranes in 8426.19.
Top exporters and importers of HS 842619 (the code used for transporter crane), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 842619 (the code used for transporter crane) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 74% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was India, with 7.1% 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 842619, not only transporter crane.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $3.0B 74% of world exports
- 2 Germany $183M 4.5% of world exports
- 3 Ireland $109M 2.7% of world exports
World total: $4.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 India $232M 7.1% of world imports
- 2 Taiwan* ~$230M 7.0% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Malaysia $223M 6.8% of world imports
World total: $3.3B 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. UN Comtrade records Taiwan as "Other Asia, not elsewhere specified". Saudi Arabia's exports under that code are left out: they are far too large to be trade with Taiwan, so mostly undisclosed partners. 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 transporter crane
Brazil classifies transporter crane under NCM 8426.19.00: HS 8426.19 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about transporter crane
What is the HS code for Transporter crane?
The HS code for Transporter crane is 842619 (Cranes; transporter, gantry and bridge cranes). The HS code for a transporter crane is 8426.19, which covers overhead travelling cranes, transporter cranes, gantry cranes, and bridge cranes not elsewhere specified.
How do I classify Transporter crane for customs?
Transporter crane is classified under HS code 842619 — Cranes; transporter, gantry and bridge cranes. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include cranes mounted on trucks?
No, cranes permanently mounted on a motor vehicle chassis are classified under HS code 8705.10 as mobile cranes or crane lorries.
Which countries are the top exporters of transporter crane (HS 842619)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 842619 (the code used for transporter crane) in UN Comtrade data were China ($3.0B, 74% of world exports), Germany ($183M) and Ireland ($109M). World exports came to about $4.0B, 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 transporter crane (HS 842619)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 842619 (the code used for transporter crane) in UN Comtrade data were India ($232M, 7.1% of world imports), Taiwan (about $230M) and Malaysia ($223M). World imports came to about $3.3B, 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 Transporter crane the same in all countries?
The base HS code 842619 for Transporter crane 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 transporter crane in Brazil?
In Brazil, transporter crane (HS 842619) is classified under NCM 8426.19.00.