HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 6307.20 – Life-jackets and life-belts
HS code 6307.20 is the 6-digit subheading for life-jackets and life-belts. It is used for inflatable life vests, foam life jackets, personal flotation devices (PFDs), marine rescue vests and child life vests.
What HS 6307.20 covers
This HS code covers life-jackets and life-belts, essential safety equipment designed to provide buoyancy and keep individuals afloat in water. The international trade in these goods is driven by stringent safety regulations in marine, aviation, and recreational sectors, as well as increasing participation in water sports and leisure activities. Importers typically include marine supply companies, outdoor recreation retailers, government agencies (like coast guards and navies), cruise lines, and commercial shipping operators. Exporters are often specialized manufacturers with expertise in producing certified safety gear. Key considerations in this market include compliance with international standards such as SOLAS (Safety of Life at Sea), USCG (U.S. Coast Guard), and CE certifications, material durability against saltwater and UV exposure, and technological advancements like inflatable designs and integrated safety features. The market is global, reflecting the universal need for water safety.
- Covers
- Inflatable life vests
- Foam life jackets
- Personal flotation devices (PFDs)
- Marine rescue vests
- Child life vests
- Work vests
- Kayaking PFDs
- Sailing buoyancy aids
- Examples
- Mustang Survival PFDs
- Spinlock Deckvest
- Stearns Life Jackets
- NRS Chinook PFD
- Baltic Lifejackets
Codes often confused with 6307.20
Common mistake. This code can be confused with other general made-up textile articles (630790) or specialized protective clothing (e.g., 6211 for tracksuits, ski suits). The defining characteristic is its specific function as a buoyancy aid.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 630720, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 630720 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 37% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 27% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $248M 37% of world exports
- 2 Vietnam* ~$53M 8.0% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 United States $43M 6.5% of world exports
World total: $666M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $155M 27% of world imports
- 2 France $32M 5.6% of world imports
- 3 Canada $27M 4.7% of world imports
World total: $571M 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 6307.20
Brazil does not split HS 6307.20: its NCM code is 6307.20.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 63.07 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 6307.20
What is HS code 630720?
HS code 630720 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Life-jackets and life-belts. This HS code covers life-jackets and life-belts, essential safety equipment designed to provide buoyancy and keep individuals afloat in water. The international trade in these goods is driven by stringent safety regulations in marine, aviation, and recreational sectors, as well as increasing participation in water sports and leisure activities. Importers typically include marine supply companies, outdoor recreation retailers, government agencies (like coast guards and navies), cruise lines, and commercial shipping operators. Exporters are often specialized manufacturers with expertise in producing certified safety gear. Key considerations in this market include compliance with international standards such as SOLAS (Safety of Life at Sea), USCG (U.S. Coast Guard), and CE certifications, material durability against saltwater and UV exposure, and technological advancements like inflatable designs and integrated safety features. The market is global, reflecting the universal need for water safety.
What products fall under HS code 630720?
Inflatable life vests, foam life jackets, personal flotation devices (PFDs), marine rescue vests, child life vests, work vests, kayaking PFDs, sailing buoyancy aids
What are common misclassifications for HS code 630720?
This code can be confused with other general made-up textile articles (630790) or specialized protective clothing (e.g., 6211 for tracksuits, ski suits). The defining characteristic is its specific function as a buoyancy aid.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 630720?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 630720 in UN Comtrade data were China ($248M, 37% of world exports), Vietnam (about $53M) and the United States ($43M). World exports came to about $666M, 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 goods under HS code 630720?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 630720 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($155M, 27% of world imports), France ($32M) and Canada ($27M). World imports came to about $571M, 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.
How is HS code 630720 structured?
HS code 630720 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (63) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (07) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (20) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 630720?
In Brazil, HS code 630720 is NCM 6307.20.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.