HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8806.93 – Unmanned aircraft; for other than remote-controlled flight and other than for carriage of passengers with a maximum take-off weight more than 7kg but not more than 25kg
HS code 8806.93 is the 6-digit subheading for unmanned aircraft, for other than remote-controlled flight and other than for carriage of passengers with a maximum take-off weight more than 7kg but not more than 25kg. It is used for large agricultural drones, heavy-lift inspection UAVs, professional cinematic drones, liDAR mapping drones and public safety drones.
What HS 8806.93 covers
This category includes unmanned aircraft designed for "other than remote-controlled flight" (autonomous or pre-programmed operation) with a maximum take-off weight ranging from 7 kg to 25 kg. These are typically professional-grade drones engineered for more demanding commercial and industrial applications, such as heavy-duty surveying, precision agriculture with larger payloads, advanced infrastructure inspection, and specialized data collection. Their increased weight often allows for longer flight times, more robust sensor packages, or the ability to carry heavier equipment. International trade in these drones is driven by industries requiring high-performance aerial solutions, including construction, energy, environmental monitoring, and public safety. Key importers are specialized service providers, government agencies, and large enterprises, while exporters are advanced drone manufacturers, often from countries with strong aerospace and technology sectors. Regulatory compliance, including licensing and operational restrictions, becomes more critical for this weight class, impacting cross-border movement and deployment.
- Covers
- Large agricultural drones
- Heavy-lift inspection UAVs
- Professional cinematic drones
- LiDAR mapping drones
- Public safety drones
- Medium payload cargo delivery drones
- Environmental monitoring UAVs
- Examples
- DJI Matrice 300 RTK
- Freefly Alta X
- WingtraOne
- senseFly eBee X
- Inspired Flight IF1200A
Codes often confused with 8806.93
Common mistake. This code is distinct from 880692 and 880694 based on its specific weight bracket for autonomous/pre-programmed unmanned aircraft. It should not be confused with 880629, which is for remote-controlled drones.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 880693, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 880693 in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 48% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Ukraine, with about 44% 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 Germany $105M 48% of world exports
- 2 Thailand $52M 24% of world exports
- 3 Poland $36M 16% 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: $218M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Ukraine* ~$107M 44% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 Thailand $53M 21% of world imports
- 3 Russia* ~$52M 21% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $245M 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 8806.93
Brazil does not split HS 8806.93: its NCM code is 8806.93.00.
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 8806.93
What is HS code 880693?
HS code 880693 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Unmanned aircraft; for other than remote-controlled flight and other than for carriage of passengers with a maximum take-off weight more than 7kg but not more than 25kg. This category includes unmanned aircraft designed for "other than remote-controlled flight" (autonomous or pre-programmed operation) with a maximum take-off weight ranging from 7 kg to 25 kg. These are typically professional-grade drones engineered for more demanding commercial and industrial applications, such as heavy-duty surveying, precision agriculture with larger payloads, advanced infrastructure inspection, and specialized data collection. Their increased weight often allows for longer flight times, more robust sensor packages, or the ability to carry heavier equipment. International trade in these drones is driven by industries requiring high-performance aerial solutions, including construction, energy, environmental monitoring, and public safety. Key importers are specialized service providers, government agencies, and large enterprises, while exporters are advanced drone manufacturers, often from countries with strong aerospace and technology sectors. Regulatory compliance, including licensing and operational restrictions, becomes more critical for this weight class, impacting cross-border movement and deployment.
What products fall under HS code 880693?
Large agricultural drones, heavy-lift inspection UAVs, professional cinematic drones, LiDAR mapping drones, public safety drones, medium payload cargo delivery drones, environmental monitoring UAVs
What are common misclassifications for HS code 880693?
This code is distinct from 880692 and 880694 based on its specific weight bracket for autonomous/pre-programmed unmanned aircraft. It should not be confused with 880629, which is for remote-controlled drones.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 880693?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 880693 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($105M, 48% of world exports), Thailand ($52M) and Poland ($36M). World exports came to about $218M, 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 880693?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 880693 in UN Comtrade data were Ukraine (about $107M, 44% of world imports), Thailand ($53M) and Russia (about $52M). World imports came to about $245M, 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 880693 structured?
HS code 880693 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 (93) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 880693?
In Brazil, HS code 880693 is NCM 8806.93.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.