HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8802.20 – Aeroplanes and other aircraft, except unmanned; of an unladen weight not exceeding 2000kg
HS code 8802.20 is the 6-digit subheading for aeroplanes and other aircraft, except unmanned, of an unladen weight not exceeding 2000kg. It is used for single-engine piston aircraft, light sport aircraft (LSA), training aircraft, agricultural aircraft and aerial survey aircraft.
What HS 8802.20 covers
This HS code encompasses light aeroplanes and other non-unmanned aircraft with an unladen weight not exceeding 2000 kilograms. This category includes a diverse range of aircraft primarily used for general aviation, flight training, private recreational flying, aerial photography, agricultural spraying, and light utility transport. International trade in these aircraft is driven by private pilots, flight schools, small charter companies, and specialized service providers. Importers are often countries with growing general aviation sectors, a demand for pilot training, or specific needs for light aerial work. Exporters are typically nations with established general aviation manufacturing industries, known for producing reliable and cost-effective light aircraft. Key considerations in trade include performance characteristics, fuel efficiency, safety records, maintenance costs, and compliance with national and international airworthiness standards. The market is influenced by disposable income levels, regulatory environments, and the availability of suitable airfields.
- Covers
- Single-engine piston aircraft
- Light sport aircraft (LSA)
- Training aircraft
- Agricultural aircraft
- Aerial survey aircraft
- Private touring aircraft
- Bush planes
- Examples
- Cessna 172 Skyhawk
- Piper PA-28 Cherokee
- Cirrus SR22
- Diamond DA40
- Tecnam P2002 Sierra
Codes often confused with 8802.20
Common mistake. This code is differentiated from heavier aeroplanes (880230, 880240) by the unladen weight threshold of 2000kg. It's also crucial to distinguish from unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) which fall under 8806.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 880220, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 880220 in UN Comtrade data was Austria, with 23% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Brazil, with 19% of world imports. The United States reports $152.8B of its chapter 88 exports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Austria $172M 23% of world exports
- 2 Canada $117M 15% of world exports
- 3 Italy $92M 12% of world exports
The United States reports $152.8B of its chapter 88 exports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
World total: $764M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Brazil $203M 19% of world imports
- 2 United States $199M 19% of world imports
- 3 Canada $119M 11% of world imports
World total: $1.1B 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 codes for 8802.20 4
Brazil splits HS 8802.20 into 4 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 8802.20.10 Propeller aeroplanes up to 2,000 kg unladenA hélice
- 8802.20.2 TurbopropA turboélice Group
- 8802.20.21 Single-engine turboprops, unladen up to 2,000 kgMonomotores
- 8802.20.22 Multi-engine turboprops, unladen up to 2,000 kgMultimotores
- 8802.20.90 Other aircraft up to 2,000 kg unladenOutros
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 88.02 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8802.20
What is HS code 880220?
HS code 880220 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Aeroplanes and other aircraft, except unmanned; of an unladen weight not exceeding 2000kg. This HS code encompasses light aeroplanes and other non-unmanned aircraft with an unladen weight not exceeding 2000 kilograms. This category includes a diverse range of aircraft primarily used for general aviation, flight training, private recreational flying, aerial photography, agricultural spraying, and light utility transport. International trade in these aircraft is driven by private pilots, flight schools, small charter companies, and specialized service providers. Importers are often countries with growing general aviation sectors, a demand for pilot training, or specific needs for light aerial work. Exporters are typically nations with established general aviation manufacturing industries, known for producing reliable and cost-effective light aircraft. Key considerations in trade include performance characteristics, fuel efficiency, safety records, maintenance costs, and compliance with national and international airworthiness standards. The market is influenced by disposable income levels, regulatory environments, and the availability of suitable airfields.
What products fall under HS code 880220?
Single-engine piston aircraft, Light sport aircraft (LSA), Training aircraft, Agricultural aircraft, Aerial survey aircraft, Private touring aircraft, Bush planes
What are common misclassifications for HS code 880220?
This code is differentiated from heavier aeroplanes (880230, 880240) by the unladen weight threshold of 2000kg. It's also crucial to distinguish from unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) which fall under 8806.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 880220?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 880220 in UN Comtrade data were Austria ($172M, 23% of world exports), Canada ($117M) and Italy ($92M). World exports came to about $764M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). The United States reports $152.8B of its chapter 88 exports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 880220?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 880220 in UN Comtrade data were Brazil ($203M, 19% of world imports), the United States ($199M) and Canada ($119M). World imports came to about $1.1B, 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 880220 structured?
HS code 880220 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (88) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (02) 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 880220?
Brazil splits HS code 880220 into 4 NCM codes: 8802.20.10 (Propeller aeroplanes up to 2,000 kg unladen), 8802.20.21 (Single-engine turboprops, unladen up to 2,000 kg), 8802.20.22 (Multi-engine turboprops, unladen up to 2,000 kg), 8802.20.90 (Other aircraft up to 2,000 kg unladen). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.