HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8806.22 – Unmanned aircraft; for remote-controlled flight only, for other than for carriage of passengers, with the maximum take-off weight of more than 250g but not more than 7kg
HS code 8806.22 is the 6-digit subheading for unmanned aircraft, for remote-controlled flight only, for other than for carriage of passengers, with the maximum take-off weight of more than 250g but not more than 7kg. It is used for professional camera drones, mapping drones, inspection drones, cinematography drones and agricultural scouting drones.
What HS 8806.22 covers
This HS code covers a popular mid-range category of remote-controlled unmanned aircraft, with a maximum take-off weight between 250 grams and 7 kilograms. This segment includes many of the most common consumer and prosumer drones used for aerial photography, videography, real estate, surveying, and light commercial inspections. The international trade is robust, catering to both hobbyists seeking advanced features and professionals requiring reliable, high-quality aerial platforms. Major importers are countries with strong consumer electronics markets, growing creative industries, and expanding commercial drone applications. Exporters are primarily manufacturers in East Asia and North America, leading in drone technology and production. Key considerations include camera quality, flight time, range, obstacle avoidance capabilities, and compliance with increasingly complex national drone regulations (e.g., registration requirements, flight restrictions). This weight class offers a balance of portability, performance, and regulatory manageability for many users.
- Covers
- Professional camera drones
- Mapping drones
- Inspection drones
- Cinematography drones
- Agricultural scouting drones
- Search and rescue drones
- Advanced hobby drones
- Examples
- DJI Mavic 3
- Autel Robotics EVO Lite+
- Parrot Anafi Ai
- Skydio 2+
- Yuneec Typhoon H Plus
Codes often confused with 8806.22
Common mistake. This code is defined by its MTOW range, differentiating it from lighter (880621) and heavier (880623, 880624) drones. It should not be confused with toy aircraft (950300) due to its advanced capabilities and professional applications.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 880622, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 880622 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 40% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Hong Kong, with 22% 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 China $1.9B 40% of world exports
- 2 Hong Kong $887M 19% of world exports
- 3 Poland $628M 14% 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: $4.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Hong Kong $1.0B 22% of world imports
- 2 Ukraine* ~$692M 14% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Poland $488M 10% of world imports
World total: $4.8B 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 8806.22
Brazil does not split HS 8806.22: its NCM code is 8806.22.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 88.06 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8806.22
What is HS code 880622?
HS code 880622 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Unmanned aircraft; for remote-controlled flight only, for other than for carriage of passengers, with the maximum take-off weight of more than 250g but not more than 7kg. This HS code covers a popular mid-range category of remote-controlled unmanned aircraft, with a maximum take-off weight between 250 grams and 7 kilograms. This segment includes many of the most common consumer and prosumer drones used for aerial photography, videography, real estate, surveying, and light commercial inspections. The international trade is robust, catering to both hobbyists seeking advanced features and professionals requiring reliable, high-quality aerial platforms. Major importers are countries with strong consumer electronics markets, growing creative industries, and expanding commercial drone applications. Exporters are primarily manufacturers in East Asia and North America, leading in drone technology and production. Key considerations include camera quality, flight time, range, obstacle avoidance capabilities, and compliance with increasingly complex national drone regulations (e.g., registration requirements, flight restrictions). This weight class offers a balance of portability, performance, and regulatory manageability for many users.
What products fall under HS code 880622?
Professional camera drones, mapping drones, inspection drones, cinematography drones, agricultural scouting drones, search and rescue drones, advanced hobby drones
What are common misclassifications for HS code 880622?
This code is defined by its MTOW range, differentiating it from lighter (880621) and heavier (880623, 880624) drones. It should not be confused with toy aircraft (950300) due to its advanced capabilities and professional applications.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 880622?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 880622 in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.9B, 40% of world exports), Hong Kong ($887M) and Poland ($628M). World exports came to about $4.6B, 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 880622?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 880622 in UN Comtrade data were Hong Kong ($1.0B, 22% of world imports), Ukraine (about $692M) and Poland ($488M). World imports came to about $4.8B, 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 880622 structured?
HS code 880622 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (88) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (06) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (22) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 880622?
In Brazil, HS code 880622 is NCM 8806.22.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.