HS Code 8426
Cranes and Mobile Lifting Frames
HS code 8426 covers derricks, cranes, mobile lifting frames, and straddle carriers designed for heavy lifting in construction, ports, and industrial logistics.
HS Code 8426 — Cranes and Mobile Lifting Frames
This code includes various cranes and mobile lifting frames designed for heavy material handling. It encompasses everything from stationary tower cranes used in skyscraper construction to mobile straddle carriers used for moving shipping containers in port terminals.
What's included
- Tower cranes
- Overhead travelling cranes
- Gantry cranes
- Portal or pedestal jib cranes
- Mobile straddle carriers
What's excluded
- Forklift trucks → use
8427(Forklifts are specifically categorised under their own heading 8427.)
Common examples
- Liebherr LTM mobile crane
- Konecranes rubber-tyred gantry crane
- Potain tower crane sections
- Kalmar straddle carrier
- Bridge crane for steel mills
Frequently asked questions
Are truck-mounted cranes included?
Yes, provided the crane is an integral part of the machine and not just a crane mounted on a standard road truck chassis (which may fall under 8705).
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 4%
- Documentation: Oversized shipments often require special road permits and technical specifications for customs valuation.
- Typical shipping mode: Bulk
- Top exporters: Germany, China, Japan, Italy
- Top importers: United States, Saudi Arabia, Australia, India
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Key takeaway
Essential for machinery primarily designed for heavy lifting and horizontal movement in industrial and port environments.
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