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84251900
NUCLEAR REACTORS, BOILERS, MACHINERY AND MECHANICAL APPLIANCES; PARTS THEREOFPulley tackle and hoists other than skip hoists; winches and capstans; jacks

Other

Standard EU duty
0%
VAT
23%
Additional duties / sanctions
0 rules
Docs required
14 docs
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Preferences
ERGA OMNES 0%ERGA OMNES 0%AD 0%CARI 0%CH 0%CI 0%CL 0%CM 0%CO 0%DZ 0%EBA 0%EC 0%EEA 0%EG 0%EH 0%ESA 0%FJ 0%FO 0%GB 0%GE 0%GH 0%GSP+ 0%IL 0%JO 0%KE 0%LB 0%LOMB 0%MA 0%MD 0%MX 0%PG 0%PS 0%SADC EPA 0%SB 0%SM 0%SWITZ 0%SY 0%TN 0%TR 0%VN 0%WS 0%XC 0%XL 0%ZA 0%
Notes
TM5101. Customs duties shall be suspended in respect of goods intended for incorporation in the ships, boats or other vessels classified at the following CN codes 8901 10 10; 8901 20 10; 8901 30 10; 8901 90 10; 8902 00 10; 8903 91 10; 8903 92 10; 8904 00 10; 8904 00 91; 8905 10 10; 8905 90 10; 8906 10 00; 8906 90 10 for the purposes of their construction, repair, maintenance or conversion, and in respect of goods intended for fitting to or equipping such ships, boats or other vessels.2. Customs duties shall be suspended in respect of:(a) goods intended for incorporation in drilling or production platforms:(1) fixed, of subheading ex 8430 49, operating in or outside the territorial sea of Member States, or(2) floating or submersible, of subheading 8905 20, for the purposes of their construction, repair, maintenance or conversion, and in respect of goods intended for equipping the said platforms.(b) tubes, pipes, cables and their connection pieces, linking these drilling or production platforms to the mainland.
EU003According to The Special Provisions of Section II (A) (3) of the Preliminary Provisions of the Combined Nomenclature the suspension of customs duties for goods for certain categories of ships, boats and other vessels and for drilling or production platforms shall be subject to conditions laid down in the relevant provisions of the European Union with a view to customs control of the use of such goods.
CD303The relief from or reduction of customs duties shall be subject to the specific request expressed by the declarant in box 44 "Additional information/Documents produced/Certificates and authorisations", of the Single Administrative Document (SAD)
TM904Preferences granted under the agreement between the European Union and Morocco in force from 19 July 2019.As of 3 October 2025, products originating in Western Sahara subject to controls by the customs authorities of the Kingdom of Morocco shall benefit from trade preferences under the terms of the new Agreement in the form of exchange of letters between the EU and Morocco, The European Union and the Kingdom of Morocco have agreed to allow those products to be identified by reference to the region of origin to be included in the proof of origin and as provided for in Protocol 4.In view of the application of these measures, the origin certificates codes U179 and U180 must be declared.The country code to be entered in the origin declaration when these proofs of origin are used is “EH”.
CD906The list of non-eligible locations and their postal codes is available at the following address: http://ec.europa.eu/taxation_customs/customs/technical-arrangement_postal-codes.pdf
CD500Eligibility to benefit from this preference is subject to the presentation of a proof of origin stating the community origin of the goods, in the context of the agreement between the European Union and the Swiss Confederation.
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Binding Tariff Information

BTI classification examples

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DEgold443/25-1

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base metalGRI 1GRI 6
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steelGRI 1GRI 6
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Manual chain hoist, aluminum housing

aluminiumGRI 1GRI 6

BTI (Binding Tariff Information) is an official EU customs decision confirming the classification of goods. Valid for 3 years, binding across all EU member states.

Definition and scope of CN subheading 8425 19

Subheading 8425 19 of the Combined Nomenclature covers other pulley tackle and hoists not powered by electric motor. This category includes pneumatic hoists, hydraulic hoists, manual chain and wire rope hoists, manual pulley blocks and hoists with combustion engine drive. Classification under 8425 19 requires distinction from electric hoists (8425 11), skip hoists (8425 31, 8425 39) and jacks (8425 41-49). The decisive criterion is the use of non-electric drive for the lifting mechanism. Pneumatic hoists are widely used in explosion-hazard zones where electric drive is not permitted. This subheading belongs to Section XVI and Chapter 84. Classification follows the GRI, rules 1 and 6. Where classification is uncertain, a BTI should be obtained.

Import requirements and regulations for other hoists (8425 19)

Importing hoists under subheading 8425 19 into the EU is governed by the Union Customs Code and the Machinery Regulation (EU) 2023/1230. Devices must carry CE marking and EU declaration of conformity. Pneumatic hoists used in explosion-hazard zones must comply with ATEX Directive 2014/34/EU. Manual hoists are subject to EN 13157 on safety of manually powered lifting equipment. The importer must hold an EORI number and submit a customs declaration. Required documentation includes commercial invoice, transport document, CE declaration of conformity, operating instructions and technical documentation. Hydraulic hoists require documentation of working pressure parameters and hydraulic system safety. Duty rates should be verified in TARIC.

Customs duties and trade measures for subheading 8425 19

MFN customs duty rates for hoists under subheading 8425 19 should be verified in TARIC. Preferential rates may be available under EU FTAs and the GSP system. Preferential treatment requires compliance with rules of origin and proof of origin. Specialist hoists may qualify for autonomous duty suspensions. Importers should check TARIC for anti-dumping measures. Imports from Russia and Belarus are subject to EU sanctions. Import VAT is charged at the national rate. Manual hoists as lower-value products may be imported in significant volumes from Asian countries. Correct classification is important for determining the correct duty rate. All rates should be verified in TARIC.

Other pulley tackle and hoists – Machinery Directive and periodic inspections

CN code 8425 19 covers other pulley tackle and hoists. Import of lifting equipment requires Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC compliance and EN lifting safety standards. Equipment is subject to periodic inspections by national authorities. Customs clearance requires CE certificate, technical documentation, declaration of conformity and user manual in the destination country language.

Frequently asked questions

What hoists are classified under subheading 8425 19?
Subheading 8425 19 covers non-electrically powered hoists including pneumatic, hydraulic, manual chain and wire rope hoists, manual pulley blocks and combustion engine hoists. Electric hoists are classified under 8425 11. The key criterion is the drive type. Duty rates should be verified in TARIC.
Do pneumatic hoists require ATEX certification?
Pneumatic hoists under 8425 19 used in explosion-hazard zones must comply with ATEX Directive 2014/34/EU. Conformity assessment, Ex marking and declaration of conformity are required. Pneumatic hoists used outside explosion-hazard zones do not require ATEX but still fall under the Machinery Regulation. Duty rates should be verified in TARIC.
What safety standards apply to manual hoists?
Manual hoists under 8425 19 are subject to the Machinery Regulation (EU) 2023/1230 and EN 13157 on safety of manually powered lifting equipment. CE marking, declaration of conformity and operating instructions with load parameters are required. The manufacturer must conduct risk assessment. Duty rates should be verified in TARIC.
What are the import requirements for other pulley tackle and hoists CN 8425 19?
Importing other pulley tackle and hoists CN 8425 19 requires Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC compliance, CE marking and declaration of conformity. TARIC sets the duty rates. Additional sector-specific requirements may apply.