Product classification
HS code for Wheelbarrows: 8716.80
Vehicles, n.e.c. in heading no. 8716.
Classification of wheelbarrows under HS 8716.80
Wheelbarrows are classified under HS code 8716.80, which covers other vehicles, not mechanically propelled. This classification is appropriate because a wheelbarrow is a vehicle designed for the transport of goods, even though it relies on human power for propulsion. Chapter 87 includes not only motorized vehicles but also trailers and hand-carts. The wheelbarrow is defined by its single or double wheel arrangement, a pair of handles, and a tray for carrying loads. It is distinguished from simple containers by its integrated chassis and wheel system, which facilitates the movement of heavy materials. The classification applies to various types of wheelbarrows, whether used in construction, gardening, or agriculture, provided they do not have a motor. The materials used in construction, such as a steel frame or a plastic tray, do not change the classification as the primary character is that of a non-motorized transport vehicle.
- Covers
- Single-wheel construction wheelbarrows
- Dual-wheel garden carts
- Heavy-duty steel tray wheelbarrows
- Polyethylene tray wheelbarrows
- Folding or collapsible hand-propelled carts
- Also under 8716.80
- Rubbermaid Commercial Products (utility carts)
- Milwaukee Hand Trucks (hand trucks)
- True Temper (wheelbarrows)
- Carts & Parts (shopping carts)
- Vestil Manufacturing (industrial dollies)
Codes often confused with 8716.80
Common mistake. Wheelbarrows are sometimes incorrectly classified under HS code 7323 or 7326 as articles of iron or steel. While the tray may be made of steel, the item's function as a vehicle takes precedence. Another common mistake is using HS code 8427.90 for other work trucks; however, 8427 is generally reserved for industrial trucks used in factories or warehouses for lifting, whereas 8716.80 is for simpler, non-mechanical transport vehicles. Importers should also ensure they do not use 8716.39, which is for trailers and semi-trailers.
Top exporters and importers of HS 871680 (the code used for wheelbarrows), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 871680 (the code used for wheelbarrows) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 47% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 20% 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 871680, not only wheelbarrows.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $2.2B 47% of world exports
- 2 Germany $375M 8.0% of world exports
- 3 United States $327M 7.0% of world exports
World total: $4.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $840M 20% of world imports
- 2 United Kingdom $329M 7.9% of world imports
- 3 Germany $282M 6.8% of world imports
World total: $4.2B 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 wheelbarrows
Brazil classifies wheelbarrows under NCM 8716.80.00: HS 8716.80 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about wheelbarrows
What is the HS code for Wheelbarrows?
The HS code for Wheelbarrows is 871680 (Vehicles; n.e.c. in heading no. 8716). The HS code for a standard, non-motorized wheelbarrow is 8716.80.50.
How do I classify Wheelbarrows for customs?
Wheelbarrows is classified under HS code 871680 — Vehicles; n.e.c. in heading no. 8716. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What if the wheelbarrow has an electric motor?
If a wheelbarrow is equipped with an electric motor for self-propulsion, it is no longer classified under 8716. It would likely move to HS code 8704 or 8427, depending on its specific design and load-carrying capacity.
Which countries are the top exporters of wheelbarrows (HS 871680)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 871680 (the code used for wheelbarrows) in UN Comtrade data were China ($2.2B, 47% of world exports), Germany ($375M) and the United States ($327M). World exports came to about $4.7B, 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 wheelbarrows (HS 871680)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 871680 (the code used for wheelbarrows) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($840M, 20% of world imports), the United Kingdom ($329M) and Germany ($282M). World imports came to about $4.2B, 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 Wheelbarrows the same in all countries?
The base HS code 871680 for Wheelbarrows 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 wheelbarrows in Brazil?
In Brazil, wheelbarrows (HS 871680) is classified under NCM 8716.80.00.