HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8487.10 – Ships' or boats' propellers and blades therefor
HS code 8487.10 is the 6-digit subheading for ships' or boats' propellers and blades therefor. It is used for fixed pitch propellers, controllable pitch propellers, ducted propellers, propeller blades and stern drives.
What HS 8487.10 covers
This HS code specifically covers propellers and their blades used for the propulsion of ships and boats. These are highly engineered components, crucial for marine vessel performance, efficiency, and maneuverability. They range in size and complexity from small propellers for recreational boats to massive, multi-bladed units for cargo ships and naval vessels, often made from specialized alloys to resist corrosion and cavitation in harsh marine environments. International trade in these items is driven by the global shipbuilding industry, marine equipment suppliers, and ship repair and maintenance sectors. Exporters are typically countries with strong metallurgical and marine engineering capabilities, while importers include major shipbuilding nations and maritime hubs worldwide.
- Covers
- Fixed pitch propellers
- Controllable pitch propellers
- Ducted propellers
- Propeller blades
- Stern drives
- Outboard motor propellers
- Bow thruster propellers
- Examples
- Wärtsilä Controllable Pitch Propellers
- Rolls-Royce Promas Propellers
- Mercury Marine Propellers
- Volvo Penta IPS
- Schottel Rudderpropellers
Codes often confused with 8487.10
Common mistake. Could be confused with other ship parts (e.g., general machinery parts 848790) if the specific function of propulsion is not clearly identified. It's distinct from complete engines or propulsion systems.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 848710, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 848710 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 28% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 35% 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 $413M 28% of world exports
- 2 Japan $179M 12% of world exports
- 3 Germany $155M 10% of world exports
World total: $1.5B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $486M 35% of world imports
- 2 United States $75M 5.5% of world imports
- 3 South Korea $66M 4.8% of world imports
World total: $1.4B 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 that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. 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 8487.10
Brazil does not split HS 8487.10: its NCM code is 8487.10.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 84.87 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8487.10
What is HS code 848710?
HS code 848710 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Ships' or boats' propellers and blades therefor. This HS code specifically covers propellers and their blades used for the propulsion of ships and boats. These are highly engineered components, crucial for marine vessel performance, efficiency, and maneuverability. They range in size and complexity from small propellers for recreational boats to massive, multi-bladed units for cargo ships and naval vessels, often made from specialized alloys to resist corrosion and cavitation in harsh marine environments. International trade in these items is driven by the global shipbuilding industry, marine equipment suppliers, and ship repair and maintenance sectors. Exporters are typically countries with strong metallurgical and marine engineering capabilities, while importers include major shipbuilding nations and maritime hubs worldwide.
What products fall under HS code 848710?
Fixed pitch propellers, Controllable pitch propellers, Ducted propellers, Propeller blades, Stern drives, Outboard motor propellers, Bow thruster propellers
What are common misclassifications for HS code 848710?
Could be confused with other ship parts (e.g., general machinery parts 848790) if the specific function of propulsion is not clearly identified. It's distinct from complete engines or propulsion systems.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 848710?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 848710 in UN Comtrade data were China ($413M, 28% of world exports), Japan ($179M) and Germany ($155M). World exports came to about $1.5B, 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 848710?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 848710 in UN Comtrade data were China ($486M, 35% of world imports), the United States ($75M) and South Korea ($66M). World imports came to about $1.4B, 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 848710 structured?
HS code 848710 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (84) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (87) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 848710?
In Brazil, HS code 848710 is NCM 8487.10.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.