Product classification
HS code for Workshop crane: 8426.99
Cranes and derricks, for other than mounting on road vehicles, n.e.c. in heading no. 8426.
Classification of workshop crane under HS 8426.99
HS Code 8426.99 is used for cranes and lifting machinery that are not designed for mounting on road vehicles and do not fall under more specific subheadings of 8426. This often includes stationary workshop cranes, floor-mounted jib cranes, or portable hydraulic shop cranes used for engine removal and heavy lifting within a controlled industrial environment. Heading 8426 covers a wide array of ships' derricks, cranes, and mobile lifting frames. The classification under 8426.99 is a residual category for "other" cranes. It is distinguished from 8426.11 (overhead traveling cranes) and 8426.41 (self-propelled cranes on tires). The primary criteria for 8426.99 are the mechanical lifting function and the absence of a self-propelled chassis or a design intended for public road transport. These devices are essential in manufacturing and repair facilities for moving heavy components safely.
- Covers
- Hydraulic shop cranes (engine hoists)
- Floor-mounted jib cranes
- Stationary workshop cranes
- Portable gantry cranes (non-motorized)
- Wall-bracket cranes
- Also under 8426.99
- Konecranes CXT series
- Demag V-type crane
- Potain MD 485 B
- Liebherr LPS 420 E
Codes often confused with 8426.99
Common mistake. Workshop cranes are often misclassified under HS code 8426.41 or 8426.49, which are reserved for self-propelled cranes. If a crane is mounted on a chassis with its own propulsion engine and is capable of moving under its own power, it cannot stay in 8426.99. Another common error is using HS code 8425.11 for hoists. While a workshop crane may incorporate a hoist, the crane as a whole (including the frame and boom) is classified under 8426. Additionally, if the lifting equipment is designed to be mounted on a road vehicle, it falls under 8426.91. Workshop cranes are typically stationary or manually pushed on casters, which keeps them in the "other" category of 8426.99. Proper identification of the mobility and mounting method is essential for correct classification.
Top exporters and importers of HS 842699 (the code used for workshop crane), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 842699 (the code used for workshop crane) in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 18% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United Kingdom, with 8.8% 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 842699, not only workshop crane.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $148M 18% of world exports
- 2 Netherlands $121M 14% of world exports
- 3 China $84M 10.0% of world exports
World total: $844M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United Kingdom $74M 8.8% of world imports
- 2 Indonesia $52M 6.3% of world imports
- 3 United States $44M 5.2% of world imports
World total: $832M 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 workshop crane
Brazil classifies workshop crane under NCM 8426.99.00: HS 8426.99 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about workshop crane
What is the HS code for Workshop crane?
The HS code for Workshop crane is 842699 (Cranes and derricks; for other than mounting on road vehicles, n.e.c. in heading no. 8426). The HS code for workshop cranes not mounted on road vehicles and not self-propelled is 8426.99.
How do I classify Workshop crane for customs?
Workshop crane is classified under HS code 842699 — Cranes and derricks; for other than mounting on road vehicles, n.e.c. in heading no. 8426. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is a mobile engine hoist classified here?
Yes, a manually operated hydraulic engine hoist used in a workshop is typically classified under HS code 8426.99.
Which countries are the top exporters of workshop crane (HS 842699)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 842699 (the code used for workshop crane) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($148M, 18% of world exports), the Netherlands ($121M) and China ($84M). World exports came to about $844M, 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 workshop crane (HS 842699)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 842699 (the code used for workshop crane) in UN Comtrade data were the United Kingdom ($74M, 8.8% of world imports), Indonesia ($52M) and the United States ($44M). World imports came to about $832M, 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 Workshop crane the same in all countries?
The base HS code 842699 for Workshop 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 workshop crane in Brazil?
In Brazil, workshop crane (HS 842699) is classified under NCM 8426.99.00.