HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8806.29 – Unmanned aircraft; for remote-controlled flight only, for other than for carriage of passengers, with the maximum take-off weight of more than 150kg
HS code 8806.29 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 150kg. It is used for heavy-lift cargo drones, long-endurance surveillance UAVs, large-scale agricultural spraying drones, industrial inspection drones and specialized delivery UAVs.
What HS 8806.29 covers
This HS code covers large, industrial-grade unmanned aircraft designed for remote-controlled flight, specifically those with a maximum take-off weight exceeding 150 kilograms. These sophisticated drones are typically employed for heavy-lift operations, long-range surveillance, or specialized agricultural applications that demand significant payload capacity and endurance. Their substantial size and weight often necessitate stringent regulatory oversight in most countries, which significantly impacts their international trade and operational deployment. Key importers include defense contractors, large-scale logistics companies, and specialized service providers in sectors such as energy, mining, and infrastructure inspection. Exporters are predominantly advanced aerospace and defense manufacturers from technologically developed nations. Trade in these high-value assets frequently involves complex export controls, end-user certificates, and compliance with international arms trade regulations, even when their primary use is civilian. The market is driven by the demand for enhanced efficiency, safety, and data collection capabilities in hazardous or expansive environments, fostering continuous innovation in payload integration, flight endurance, and sensor technology.
- Covers
- Heavy-lift cargo drones
- Long-endurance surveillance UAVs
- Large-scale agricultural spraying drones
- Industrial inspection drones
- Specialized delivery UAVs
- Military reconnaissance drones (remote-controlled)
- Large mapping drones
- Examples
- Kaman K-MAX (unmanned variant)
- Boeing MQ-25 Stingray (remote-controlled aspects)
- General Atomics MQ-9 Reaper (remote-controlled)
- Aevum Ravn X (launch platform)
- Elbit Hermes 900 (remote-controlled)
Codes often confused with 8806.29
Common mistake. This code might be confused with 880699, which covers unmanned aircraft over 150kg but for "other than remote-controlled flight" (i.e., autonomous). It could also be mistaken for manned aircraft parts if not clearly identified as an unmanned system.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 880629, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 880629 in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 41% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Ukraine, with about 31% 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 United States $286M 41% of world exports
- 2 Israel $133M 19% of world exports
- 3 Netherlands $131M 19% of world exports
World total: $702M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Ukraine* ~$173M 31% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 Croatia $71M 13% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $55M 9.8% of world imports
World total: $556M 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 8806.29
Brazil does not split HS 8806.29: its NCM code is 8806.29.00.
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 8806.29
What is HS code 880629?
HS code 880629 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 150kg. This HS code covers large, industrial-grade unmanned aircraft designed for remote-controlled flight, specifically those with a maximum take-off weight exceeding 150 kilograms. These sophisticated drones are typically employed for heavy-lift operations, long-range surveillance, or specialized agricultural applications that demand significant payload capacity and endurance. Their substantial size and weight often necessitate stringent regulatory oversight in most countries, which significantly impacts their international trade and operational deployment. Key importers include defense contractors, large-scale logistics companies, and specialized service providers in sectors such as energy, mining, and infrastructure inspection. Exporters are predominantly advanced aerospace and defense manufacturers from technologically developed nations. Trade in these high-value assets frequently involves complex export controls, end-user certificates, and compliance with international arms trade regulations, even when their primary use is civilian. The market is driven by the demand for enhanced efficiency, safety, and data collection capabilities in hazardous or expansive environments, fostering continuous innovation in payload integration, flight endurance, and sensor technology.
What products fall under HS code 880629?
Heavy-lift cargo drones, long-endurance surveillance UAVs, large-scale agricultural spraying drones, industrial inspection drones, specialized delivery UAVs, military reconnaissance drones (remote-controlled), large mapping drones
What are common misclassifications for HS code 880629?
This code might be confused with 880699, which covers unmanned aircraft over 150kg but for "other than remote-controlled flight" (i.e., autonomous). It could also be mistaken for manned aircraft parts if not clearly identified as an unmanned system.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 880629?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 880629 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($286M, 41% of world exports), Israel ($133M) and the Netherlands ($131M). World exports came to about $702M, 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 880629?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 880629 in UN Comtrade data were Ukraine (about $173M, 31% of world imports), Croatia ($71M) and the United Kingdom ($55M). World imports came to about $556M, 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 880629 structured?
HS code 880629 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 (29) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 880629?
In Brazil, HS code 880629 is NCM 8806.29.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.