Chapter 84 is the core chapter in the HS classification system covering mechanical equipment, including power machinery, agricultural machinery, metalworking machine tools, lifting and handling equipment, office machinery, automatic data processing equipment and their parts, etc. The machinery in this chapter usually has power drive, moving parts and specific functions, which is different from the electrical equipment of Chapter 85. 8426 belongs to the broad category of lifting or handling machinery and is an important chapter for construction machinery and logistics equipment in international trade. Heading 8426 covers: bridge cranes, portal slewing cranes, gantry cranes, tower cranes, crawler cranes, truck cranes and other types of lifting equipment, as well as transport vehicles equipped with lifting devices, forklifts, etc. However, heading 8426 does not include: elevators (8428), conveyors (8428), excavators (8429), loaders (8429), etc. This heading mainly targets machinery with lifting or handling functions and is usually used in ports, wharves, warehouses, construction sites and other scenarios. The first 2 digits 84: indicates Chapter 84, covering nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery and mechanical appliances and parts thereof. The 3rd-4th digits 26: indicates heading 8426, specifically ships' derricks, cranes (including cable cranes), mobile lifting frames, straddle carriers and works trucks fitted with a crane. The 5th-6th digits 30: indicates subheading 842630, specifically portal or pedestal jib cranes and gantry cranes. Portal or pedestal jib cranes usually have a rotatable portal base and are used for port loading and unloading; gantry cranes have a gantry frame and are used in storage yards or workshops. This subheading is distinguished from 842641 (tyre-mounted cranes), 842649 (other mobile cranes), etc. This commodity is classified under 842630 because it is a portal or pedestal jib crane or gantry crane with a portal structure, conforming to the subheading description. Differences from adjacent codes: 842641 is a tyre-mounted crane with a tyre traveling mechanism; 842649 is other mobile cranes, such as crawler type; 842611 is a fixed bridge crane; 842619 is other bridge cranes. 842630 specifically refers to portal or pedestal jib or gantry type, emphasizing its portal support structure rather than its movement mode or bridge structure.
Chapter
Chapter 84 is the core chapter in the HS classification system covering mechanical equipment, including power machinery, agricultural machinery, metalworking machine tools, lifting and handling equipment, office machinery, automatic data processing equipment and their parts, etc. The machinery in this chapter usually has power drive, moving parts and specific functions, which is different from the electrical equipment of Chapter 85. 8426 belongs to the broad category of lifting or handling machinery and is an important chapter for construction machinery and logistics equipment in international trade.
Heading
Heading 8426 covers: bridge cranes, portal slewing cranes, gantry cranes, tower cranes, crawler cranes, truck cranes and other types of lifting equipment, as well as transport vehicles equipped with lifting devices, forklifts, etc. However, heading 8426 does not include: elevators (8428), conveyors (8428), excavators (8429), loaders (8429), etc. This heading mainly targets machinery with lifting or handling functions and is usually used in ports, wharves, warehouses, construction sites and other scenarios.
Digit Breakdown
The first 2 digits 84: indicates Chapter 84, covering nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery and mechanical appliances and parts thereof. The 3rd-4th digits 26: indicates heading 8426, specifically ships' derricks, cranes (including cable cranes), mobile lifting frames, straddle carriers and works trucks fitted with a crane. The 5th-6th digits 30: indicates subheading 842630, specifically portal or pedestal jib cranes and gantry cranes. Portal or pedestal jib cranes usually have a rotatable portal base and are used for port loading and unloading; gantry cranes have a gantry frame and are used in storage yards or workshops. This subheading is distinguished from 842641 (tyre-mounted cranes), 842649 (other mobile cranes), etc.
Classification Basis
This commodity is classified under 842630 because it is a portal or pedestal jib crane or gantry crane with a portal structure, conforming to the subheading description. Differences from adjacent codes: 842641 is a tyre-mounted crane with a tyre traveling mechanism; 842649 is other mobile cranes, such as crawler type; 842611 is a fixed bridge crane; 842619 is other bridge cranes. 842630 specifically refers to portal or pedestal jib or gantry type, emphasizing its portal support structure rather than its movement mode or bridge structure.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product Name: The specific name of the declared commodity, such as portal or pedestal jib crane, gantry crane, which must be consistent with the actual goods. Brand: Fill in the manufacturer or brand name; if there is no brand, fill in 'no brand'. Model: Fill in the model specifications of the equipment, such as MQ2535, MG50, etc. Maximum Lifting Capacity: Fill in the maximum lifting capacity of the equipment, in kilograms or tons. Structure Type: Specify whether it is portal or pedestal jib type or gantry type, such as portal or pedestal jib, gantry. Traveling Mode: Fill in the traveling mode, such as rail-mounted, tyre-mounted, fixed, etc. Brand Type: Fill in the brand type according to customs requirements, such as overseas brand, domestic brand, etc. Export Preference Status: If a free trade agreement is involved, fill in whether preferential tariffs are enjoyed. Product Name: Portal or pedestal jib crane; Brand: XXX; Model: MQ2535; Maximum Lifting Capacity: 25 tons; Structure Type: Portal or pedestal jib; Traveling Mode: Rail-mounted; Brand Type: Domestic brand; Export Preference Status: No preference. Mistakenly classifying a portal or pedestal jib crane under 842641 (tyre-mounted crane) due to failure to note the traveling mode. Failure to provide the maximum lifting capacity during declaration, resulting in customs being unable to determine whether it belongs to 8426. Confusing a gantry crane with a bridge crane and incorrectly classifying it under 842611.
Product Name
The specific name of the declared commodity, such as portal or pedestal jib crane, gantry crane, which must be consistent with the actual goods.
⚠️ Declaring it generally as 'crane' without distinguishing portal or pedestal jib type or gantry type.
Brand
Fill in the manufacturer or brand name; if there is no brand, fill in 'no brand'.
⚠️ Mistakenly filling in the trader's name as the brand.
Model
Fill in the model specifications of the equipment, such as MQ2535, MG50, etc.
⚠️ Incomplete model filling or inconsistency with the actual goods.
Maximum Lifting Capacity
Fill in the maximum lifting capacity of the equipment, in kilograms or tons.
⚠️ Failure to indicate the unit or filling in a range value.
Structure Type
Specify whether it is portal or pedestal jib type or gantry type, such as portal or pedestal jib, gantry.
⚠️ Confusing portal or pedestal jib with gantry, leading to classification errors.
Traveling Mode
Fill in the traveling mode, such as rail-mounted, tyre-mounted, fixed, etc.
⚠️ Omitting the traveling mode, affecting subheading determination.
Brand Type
Fill in the brand type according to customs requirements, such as overseas brand, domestic brand, etc.
⚠️ Failure to fill in the brand type according to specifications.
Export Preference Status
If a free trade agreement is involved, fill in whether preferential tariffs are enjoyed.
⚠️ Failure to provide a certificate of origin or incorrect declaration.
Example： Product Name: Portal or pedestal jib crane; Brand: XXX; Model: MQ2535; Maximum Lifting Capacity: 25 tons; Structure Type: Portal or pedestal jib; Traveling Mode: Rail-mounted; Brand Type: Domestic brand; Export Preference Status: No preference.
Common Mistakes：
Mistakenly classifying a portal or pedestal jib crane under 842641 (tyre-mounted crane) due to failure to note the traveling mode.
Failure to provide the maximum lifting capacity during declaration, resulting in customs being unable to determine whether it belongs to 8426.
Confusing a gantry crane with a bridge crane and incorrectly classifying it under 842611.
🎯 Classification Logic
Core criteria for classification: First, confirm whether the commodity is a crane and has a portal structure. Portal or pedestal jib cranes have a rotatable portal base, and gantry cranes have a gantry frame, both conforming to the subheading 842630 description. Second, other subheadings must be excluded: such as tyre-mounted cranes (842641), crawler cranes (842649), bridge cranes (842611). Finally, determine the specific subheading based on the traveling mode and structural characteristics. If it is portal or pedestal jib type or gantry type, classify it under 842630. 842611 Fixed bridge crane: Bridge cranes have a bridge structure and run along tracks without portal support, while gantry cranes have a gantry frame. 842641 Tyre-mounted crane: Tyre-mounted cranes have a tyre traveling mechanism and can move on their own, while portal or pedestal jib or gantry cranes are usually rail-mounted or fixed. 842649 Other mobile cranes: Includes crawler cranes, etc., which have a crawler traveling mechanism, while portal or pedestal jib or gantry cranes have no crawlers. 842619 Other bridge cranes: Bridge cranes include gantry? Note: 842619 is other bridge cranes, while gantry cranes are in 842630. 842620 Tower cranes: Tower cranes have a tower body and jib and are used on construction sites, while portal or pedestal jib or gantry cranes are used in port storage yards. Does the commodity have a portal structure? Is the traveling mode rail-mounted or fixed? Is it used in ports, wharves, storage yards? Is the maximum lifting capacity clearly stated? Is it confused with bridge or tyre-mounted cranes?
Basis
Core criteria for classification: First, confirm whether the commodity is a crane and has a portal structure. Portal or pedestal jib cranes have a rotatable portal base, and gantry cranes have a gantry frame, both conforming to the subheading 842630 description. Second, other subheadings must be excluded: such as tyre-mounted cranes (842641), crawler cranes (842649), bridge cranes (842611). Finally, determine the specific subheading based on the traveling mode and structural characteristics. If it is portal or pedestal jib type or gantry type, classify it under 842630.
Confused Codes：
842611 - Fixed bridge crane
Bridge cranes have a bridge structure and run along tracks without portal support, while gantry cranes have a gantry frame.
842641 - Tyre-mounted crane
Tyre-mounted cranes have a tyre traveling mechanism and can move on their own, while portal or pedestal jib or gantry cranes are usually rail-mounted or fixed.
842649 - Other mobile cranes
Includes crawler cranes, etc., which have a crawler traveling mechanism, while portal or pedestal jib or gantry cranes have no crawlers.
842619 - Other bridge cranes
Bridge cranes include gantry? Note: 842619 is other bridge cranes, while gantry cranes are in 842630.
842620 - Tower cranes
Tower cranes have a tower body and jib and are used on construction sites, while portal or pedestal jib or gantry cranes are used in port storage yards.
Self-Check：
✓ Does the commodity have a portal structure?
✓ Is the traveling mode rail-mounted or fixed?
✓ Is it used in ports, wharves, storage yards?
✓ Is the maximum lifting capacity clearly stated?
✓ Is it confused with bridge or tyre-mounted cranes?
❓ FAQ
What is the difference between a portal or pedestal jib crane and a gantry crane? A portal or pedestal jib crane has a rotatable portal base and is usually used for port loading and unloading, capable of 360-degree rotation; a gantry crane has a gantry frame and is usually used in storage yards or workshops, running in a straight line along tracks without rotating. Both are classified under 842630. How can I check the import tariff rate for 842630? You can log on to the official website of the General Administration of Customs of China or use the 'Customs Classification Intelligent Navigation' system, enter HS code 842630, and view the latest import tariff rate, value-added tax rate and regulatory conditions. Tariff rates are subject to policy adjustments, and the latest official publication should prevail. How should the declaration element 'Structure Type' be filled in during customs declaration? Fill in 'portal or pedestal jib' or 'gantry' according to the actual goods. If it is portal or pedestal jib type, emphasize the rotatable base; if it is gantry type, emphasize the gantry frame. Incorrect filling may lead to classification disputes. What is the main difference between 842630 and 842641? 842630 is a portal or pedestal jib crane or gantry crane, usually rail-mounted or fixed; 842641 is a tyre-mounted crane with a tyre traveling mechanism and can move on its own. The key difference lies in the traveling mode. What regulatory conditions are required for exporting portal or pedestal jib cranes? Generally, there are no special regulatory conditions for export, but basic documents such as packing lists, invoices and contracts are required. If brands or patents are involved, authorization letters are required. Specific requirements are subject to customs. If a gantry crane is equipped with tyres, which code should it be classified under? If it is equipped with tyres and can move on its own, it may be classified under 842641 (tyre-mounted crane) or 842649 (other mobile cranes), rather than 842630. 842630 requires no tyre traveling mechanism. What is the export tax rebate rate for HS code 842630? The export tax rebate rate should be checked according to the latest regulations of the State Taxation Administration. Usually, it can be obtained by entering the HS code on the 'Export Tax Rebate Inquiry' platform. Note that the export tax rebate rate may be adjusted, and the official rate shall prevail. How can a gantry crane and a bridge crane be distinguished during classification? A gantry crane has a gantry frame supported on ground tracks; a bridge crane has a bridge structure with both ends supported on tracks of a factory building or support, without portal support. Bridge cranes are classified under 842611 or 842619.
Q: What is the difference between a portal or pedestal jib crane and a gantry crane?
A: A portal or pedestal jib crane has a rotatable portal base and is usually used for port loading and unloading, capable of 360-degree rotation; a gantry crane has a gantry frame and is usually used in storage yards or workshops, running in a straight line along tracks without rotating. Both are classified under 842630.
Q: How can I check the import tariff rate for 842630?
A: You can log on to the official website of the General Administration of Customs of China or use the 'Customs Classification Intelligent Navigation' system, enter HS code 842630, and view the latest import tariff rate, value-added tax rate and regulatory conditions. Tariff rates are subject to policy adjustments, and the latest official publication should prevail.
Q: How should the declaration element 'Structure Type' be filled in during customs declaration?
A: Fill in 'portal or pedestal jib' or 'gantry' according to the actual goods. If it is portal or pedestal jib type, emphasize the rotatable base; if it is gantry type, emphasize the gantry frame. Incorrect filling may lead to classification disputes.
Q: What is the main difference between 842630 and 842641?
A: 842630 is a portal or pedestal jib crane or gantry crane, usually rail-mounted or fixed; 842641 is a tyre-mounted crane with a tyre traveling mechanism and can move on its own. The key difference lies in the traveling mode.
Q: What regulatory conditions are required for exporting portal or pedestal jib cranes?
A: Generally, there are no special regulatory conditions for export, but basic documents such as packing lists, invoices and contracts are required. If brands or patents are involved, authorization letters are required. Specific requirements are subject to customs.
Q: If a gantry crane is equipped with tyres, which code should it be classified under?
A: If it is equipped with tyres and can move on its own, it may be classified under 842641 (tyre-mounted crane) or 842649 (other mobile cranes), rather than 842630. 842630 requires no tyre traveling mechanism.
Q: What is the export tax rebate rate for HS code 842630?
A: The export tax rebate rate should be checked according to the latest regulations of the State Taxation Administration. Usually, it can be obtained by entering the HS code on the 'Export Tax Rebate Inquiry' platform. Note that the export tax rebate rate may be adjusted, and the official rate shall prevail.
Q: How can a gantry crane and a bridge crane be distinguished during classification?
A: A gantry crane has a gantry frame supported on ground tracks; a bridge crane has a bridge structure with both ends supported on tracks of a factory building or support, without portal support. Bridge cranes are classified under 842611 or 842619.
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