Product classification
HS code for Vehicle hoist system: 8425.41
Jacks, built-in jacking systems of a type used in garages, for raising vehicles.
Classification of vehicle hoist system under HS 8425.41
Vehicle hoist systems are classified under HS code 8425.41, which specifically covers jacks and built-in jacking systems of a type used in garages for raising vehicles. This classification is determined by the primary function of the machinery, which is the vertical lifting of heavy loads (motor vehicles) to facilitate maintenance, inspection, or repair. Under the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI), specifically GRI 1, the heading 8425 includes various types of pulley tackle, hoists, winches, capstans, and jacks. Subheading 8425.41 is reserved for those systems designed for garage environments, distinguishing them from general-purpose lifting equipment. These systems are typically stationary or semi-permanent installations that utilize hydraulic, pneumatic, or mechanical power to elevate a vehicle safely. The classification remains consistent regardless of whether the system is a two-post, four-post, or scissor-style lift, provided its intended use is the elevation of vehicles in a service environment.
- Covers
- Two-post hydraulic vehicle lifts
- Four-post alignment lifts
- Scissor-style garage hoists
- In-ground vehicle lifting systems
- Mobile column lifts for heavy-duty vehicles
- Built-in pneumatic vehicle jacks for garage use
- Also under 8425.41
- Rotary Lift
- BendPak
- Challenger Lifts
- Forward Lift
- Hunter Engineering QuickTrak
Codes often confused with 8425.41
Common mistake. Vehicle hoist systems are frequently misclassified under HS code 8428.90, which covers other lifting, handling, loading, or unloading machinery. While 8428 is a broad category for elevators and conveyors, 8425 is more specific to jacks and hoists. Another common error is using 8425.42, which is for other hydraulic jacks and hoists; however, 8425.41 takes precedence for systems specifically designed for garage vehicle raising. Additionally, some importers mistakenly use 8708, which covers parts and accessories of motor vehicles, but lifting equipment is considered machinery of Chapter 84 rather than a vehicle part.
Top exporters and importers of HS 842541 (the code used for vehicle hoist system), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 842541 (the code used for vehicle hoist system) in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 35% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 14% 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 842541, not only vehicle hoist system.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Italy $139M 35% of world exports
- 2 Germany $112M 28% of world exports
- 3 Netherlands $22M 5.5% of world exports
World total: $394M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $87M 14% of world imports
- 2 France $49M 8.1% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $48M 8.0% of world imports
World total: $607M 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 vehicle hoist system
Brazil classifies vehicle hoist system under NCM 8425.41.00: HS 8425.41 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about vehicle hoist system
What is the HS code for Vehicle hoist system?
The HS code for Vehicle hoist system is 842541 (Jacks; built-in jacking systems of a type used in garages, for raising vehicles). The primary HS code for a vehicle hoist system used in garages is 8425.41.
How do I classify Vehicle hoist system for customs?
Vehicle hoist system is classified under HS code 842541 — Jacks; built-in jacking systems of a type used in garages, for raising vehicles. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include portable bottle jacks?
No, portable hydraulic bottle jacks are typically classified under HS code 8425.42, as they are not built-in garage systems.
Which countries are the top exporters of vehicle hoist system (HS 842541)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 842541 (the code used for vehicle hoist system) in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($139M, 35% of world exports), Germany ($112M) and the Netherlands ($22M). World exports came to about $394M, 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 vehicle hoist system (HS 842541)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 842541 (the code used for vehicle hoist system) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($87M, 14% of world imports), France ($49M) and the United Kingdom ($48M). World imports came to about $607M, 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 Vehicle hoist system the same in all countries?
The base HS code 842541 for Vehicle hoist system 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 vehicle hoist system in Brazil?
In Brazil, vehicle hoist system (HS 842541) is classified under NCM 8425.41.00.