On tyres

Subheading 842641 of the Combined Nomenclature covers other self-propelled cranes on tyres not elsewhere specified under heading 8426. This category includes mobile wheeled cranes of varying lifting capacities, equipped with a tyre-mounted chassis that allows travel on public roads or across construction sites. These cranes typically feature a telescopic or lattice boom mounted on a rotating superstructure. Classification under 842641 requires distinguishing from tower cranes (842620), portal cranes (842630) and cranes designed for mounting on road vehicles (842691). The key criterion is that the crane is self-propelled on tyres, meaning it has its own drive system and does not require a separate vehicle for transport. Classification follows the General Interpretive Rules (GIR), particularly rules 1 and 6. For goods on the boundary of this subheading, Binding Tariff Information (BTI) ruling from the competent customs authority is recommended.

Importing self-propelled cranes on tyres under subheading 842641 into the European Union is governed by the Machinery Regulation (EU) 2023/1230, which replaced Directive 2006/42/EC. The manufacturer or importer must ensure compliance with essential health and safety requirements, prepare an EU declaration of conformity and affix the CE marking. Wheeled cranes are also subject to the Outdoor Noise Directive 2000/14/EC, requiring measurement of the sound power level and display of the guaranteed noise marking. Combustion engines must meet Stage V NRMM emission standards under Regulation (EU) 2016/1628. The importer must hold an EORI number and submit a customs declaration. Required documents include a commercial invoice, transport document, technical specification, CE declaration of conformity and engine documentation confirming emission standards compliance. Oversize cranes exceeding road transport limits may require special transport permits.

MFN duty rates for self-propelled cranes on tyres under subheading 842641 should be verified in the current TARIC database of the European Commission. Preferential rates may be available under EU free trade agreements, including CETA (Canada), EPA (Japan), the EU-South Korea agreement and TCA (United Kingdom), as well as the Generalised Scheme of Preferences (GSP) for developing countries. Preferential treatment requires compliance with rules of origin and valid proof of origin. Wheeled cranes are high-value goods requiring careful customs valuation in accordance with the Union Customs Code methods. Import of used cranes may require additional technical verification. The importer should check TARIC for anti-dumping measures applicable to cranes from the country of origin. Imports from Russia and Belarus are subject to EU sanctions restrictions. National VAT is charged on import. All current rates and trade measures should be verified in TARIC.

CN code 8426 41 covers self-propelled cranes on tyres. Import requires Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC compliance and EN 13001 crane design and safety standards. Cranes are subject to national registration and periodic inspections before commissioning. Customs clearance requires CE certificate, crane log book and full technical documentation.