HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 9006.30 – Cameras, photographic (excluding cinematographic); specially designed for underwater use, aerial survey, medical or surgical examination of internal organs; comparison cameras for forensic or criminological use
HS code 9006.30 is the 6-digit subheading for cameras, photographic (excluding cinematographic), specially designed for underwater use, aerial survey, medical or surgical examination of internal organs, comparison cameras for forensic or criminological use. It is used for underwater photography cameras, aerial mapping cameras, endoscopic cameras, forensic comparison cameras and industrial inspection cameras.
What HS 9006.30 covers
This specialized HS code covers photographic cameras designed for specific, often demanding, applications such as underwater use, aerial surveys, medical/surgical examinations, or forensic analysis. Trade in these cameras involves niche markets like scientific research, defense, healthcare, and law enforcement. Importers and exporters are typically specialized equipment manufacturers, government agencies, and research institutions. Key aspects include ruggedness for underwater environments, high resolution and GPS integration for aerial mapping, sterile design for medical endoscopy, and precise calibration for forensic analysis. These cameras often integrate advanced imaging sensors and custom optics, reflecting significant R&D investment and catering to highly specialized professional needs.
- Covers
- Underwater photography cameras
- Aerial mapping cameras
- Endoscopic cameras
- Forensic comparison cameras
- Industrial inspection cameras
- Drone-mounted survey cameras
- Examples
- Nikon Z7 II (with underwater housing)
- Phase One iXM-RS150F (aerial)
- Olympus OTV-S7Pro (endoscope)
- Leica DMC III (aerial)
- Canon EOS R5 (with underwater housing)
Codes often confused with 9006.30
Common mistake. These cameras are distinct from general-purpose digital cameras (900659) due to their specialized design and function. Confusion can arise if a standard camera with an accessory (like a waterproof case) is mistakenly declared here instead of its base code.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 900630, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 900630 in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 51% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 17% 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 $114M 51% of world exports
- 2 Malaysia $21M 9.5% of world exports
- 3 United Kingdom $21M 9.3% of world exports
World total: $224M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $26M 17% of world imports
- 2 Indonesia $21M 14% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $12M 8.2% of world imports
World total: $148M 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 9006.30
Brazil does not split HS 9006.30: its NCM code is 9006.30.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 90.06 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 9006.30
What is HS code 900630?
HS code 900630 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Cameras, photographic (excluding cinematographic); specially designed for underwater use, aerial survey, medical or surgical examination of internal organs; comparison cameras for forensic or criminological use. This specialized HS code covers photographic cameras designed for specific, often demanding, applications such as underwater use, aerial surveys, medical/surgical examinations, or forensic analysis. Trade in these cameras involves niche markets like scientific research, defense, healthcare, and law enforcement. Importers and exporters are typically specialized equipment manufacturers, government agencies, and research institutions. Key aspects include ruggedness for underwater environments, high resolution and GPS integration for aerial mapping, sterile design for medical endoscopy, and precise calibration for forensic analysis. These cameras often integrate advanced imaging sensors and custom optics, reflecting significant R&D investment and catering to highly specialized professional needs.
What products fall under HS code 900630?
Underwater photography cameras, aerial mapping cameras, endoscopic cameras, forensic comparison cameras, industrial inspection cameras, drone-mounted survey cameras
What are common misclassifications for HS code 900630?
These cameras are distinct from general-purpose digital cameras (900659) due to their specialized design and function. Confusion can arise if a standard camera with an accessory (like a waterproof case) is mistakenly declared here instead of its base code.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 900630?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 900630 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($114M, 51% of world exports), Malaysia ($21M) and the United Kingdom ($21M). World exports came to about $224M, 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 900630?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 900630 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($26M, 17% of world imports), Indonesia ($21M) and the United Kingdom ($12M). World imports came to about $148M, 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 900630 structured?
HS code 900630 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (90) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (06) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (30) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 900630?
In Brazil, HS code 900630 is NCM 9006.30.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.