HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 9005.10 – Binoculars
HS code 9005.10 is the 6-digit subheading for binoculars. It is used for compact binoculars, marine binoculars, birdwatching binoculars, opera glasses and hunting binoculars.
What HS 9005.10 covers
This HS code covers binoculars, optical instruments designed for viewing distant objects with both eyes simultaneously. International trade in binoculars is robust, catering to diverse markets including outdoor recreation (birdwatching, hunting, marine), professional surveillance, and even military applications. Major importers and exporters include specialized optical manufacturers, consumer electronics distributors, and outdoor gear retailers. Key aspects influencing trade are optical quality (lens coatings, prism types), magnification power, field of view, durability, and features like waterproofing or image stabilization. The market ranges from high-end precision instruments to more affordable consumer models, with significant innovation in ergonomics and digital integration. Understanding the specific application helps in navigating this varied market.
- Covers
- Compact binoculars
- Marine binoculars
- Birdwatching binoculars
- Opera glasses
- Hunting binoculars
- Night vision binoculars
- Image-stabilized binoculars
- Examples
- Nikon Monarch
- Zeiss Victory
- Leica Ultravid
- Bushnell H2O
- Swarovski EL
Codes often confused with 9005.10
Common mistake. Binoculars (900510) can be confused with monoculars (900580) due to similar function, but binoculars specifically refer to two eyepieces. Parts for binoculars fall under 900590.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 900510, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 900510 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 25% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 21% 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 $209M 25% of world exports
- 2 United States $134M 16% of world exports
- 3 Germany $85M 10% of world exports
World total: $822M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $191M 21% of world imports
- 2 Germany $104M 11% of world imports
- 3 Indonesia $68M 7.4% of world imports
World total: $912M 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 9005.10
Brazil does not split HS 9005.10: its NCM code is 9005.10.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 90.05 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 9005.10
What is HS code 900510?
HS code 900510 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Binoculars. This HS code covers binoculars, optical instruments designed for viewing distant objects with both eyes simultaneously. International trade in binoculars is robust, catering to diverse markets including outdoor recreation (birdwatching, hunting, marine), professional surveillance, and even military applications. Major importers and exporters include specialized optical manufacturers, consumer electronics distributors, and outdoor gear retailers. Key aspects influencing trade are optical quality (lens coatings, prism types), magnification power, field of view, durability, and features like waterproofing or image stabilization. The market ranges from high-end precision instruments to more affordable consumer models, with significant innovation in ergonomics and digital integration. Understanding the specific application helps in navigating this varied market.
What products fall under HS code 900510?
Compact binoculars, marine binoculars, birdwatching binoculars, opera glasses, hunting binoculars, night vision binoculars, image-stabilized binoculars
What are common misclassifications for HS code 900510?
Binoculars (900510) can be confused with monoculars (900580) due to similar function, but binoculars specifically refer to two eyepieces. Parts for binoculars fall under 900590.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 900510?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 900510 in UN Comtrade data were China ($209M, 25% of world exports), the United States ($134M) and Germany ($85M). World exports came to about $822M, 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 900510?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 900510 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($191M, 21% of world imports), Germany ($104M) and Indonesia ($68M). World imports came to about $912M, 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 900510 structured?
HS code 900510 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (90) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (05) 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 900510?
In Brazil, HS code 900510 is NCM 9005.10.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.