HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 9006.59 – Cameras, photographic (excluding cinematographic); n.e.c. in heading no 9006
HS code 9006.59 is the 6-digit subheading for cameras, photographic (excluding cinematographic), n.e.c. in heading no 9006. It is used for digital SLR cameras, mirrorless interchangeable-lens cameras, compact digital cameras, bridge cameras and medium format digital cameras.
What HS 9006.59 covers
This 'not elsewhere specified' category is a broad and dynamic classification for photographic cameras that don't fit into more specific subheadings of 9006. It primarily encompasses the vast majority of modern digital cameras, including DSLRs, mirrorless cameras, compact digital cameras, and many specialized digital imaging devices. Trade is global and high-volume, driven by rapid technological advancements and consumer demand for better image quality, connectivity, and features. Importers and exporters are major electronics brands, distributors, and retailers worldwide. Key considerations include sensor size, resolution, video capabilities, connectivity options, and processing power, making it a highly competitive and constantly evolving market segment.
- Covers
- Digital SLR cameras
- Mirrorless interchangeable-lens cameras
- Compact digital cameras
- Bridge cameras
- Medium format digital cameras
- Action cameras
- Smartphone cameras (as components)
- Examples
- Sony Alpha A7 III
- Canon EOS R5
- Nikon Z9
- Fujifilm X-T5
- GoPro Hero 11
Codes often confused with 9006.59
Common mistake. This is the default category for most modern digital cameras, so care must be taken not to misclassify specialized cameras (e.g., underwater cameras 900630) or instant print cameras (900640) here.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 900659, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 900659 in UN Comtrade data was Thailand, with 23% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United Kingdom, with 13% 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 Thailand $35M 23% of world exports
- 2 Singapore $18M 12% of world exports
- 3 China $15M 9.7% of world exports
World total: $156M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United Kingdom $22M 13% of world imports
- 2 Singapore $18M 11% of world imports
- 3 Poland $14M 8.1% of world imports
World total: $171M 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 codes for 9006.59 4
Brazil splits HS 9006.59 into 4 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 9006.59.30 Laser photocomposers for printing platesFotocompositoras a laser para preparação de clichês
- 9006.59.40 Other fixed-focus camerasOutras, de foco fixo
- 9006.59.5 Other, adjustable-focusOutras, de foco ajustável Group
- 9006.59.51 Adjustable-focus cameras, 45 x 60 mm or largerPara obtenção de negativos de 45 mm x 60 mm ou de dimensões superiores
- 9006.59.59 Other adjustable-focus camerasOutras
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 9006.59
What is HS code 900659?
HS code 900659 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Cameras, photographic (excluding cinematographic); n.e.c. in heading no 9006. This 'not elsewhere specified' category is a broad and dynamic classification for photographic cameras that don't fit into more specific subheadings of 9006. It primarily encompasses the vast majority of modern digital cameras, including DSLRs, mirrorless cameras, compact digital cameras, and many specialized digital imaging devices. Trade is global and high-volume, driven by rapid technological advancements and consumer demand for better image quality, connectivity, and features. Importers and exporters are major electronics brands, distributors, and retailers worldwide. Key considerations include sensor size, resolution, video capabilities, connectivity options, and processing power, making it a highly competitive and constantly evolving market segment.
What products fall under HS code 900659?
Digital SLR cameras, mirrorless interchangeable-lens cameras, compact digital cameras, bridge cameras, medium format digital cameras, action cameras, smartphone cameras (as components)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 900659?
This is the default category for most modern digital cameras, so care must be taken not to misclassify specialized cameras (e.g., underwater cameras 900630) or instant print cameras (900640) here.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 900659?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 900659 in UN Comtrade data were Thailand ($35M, 23% of world exports), Singapore ($18M) and China ($15M). World exports came to about $156M, 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 900659?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 900659 in UN Comtrade data were the United Kingdom ($22M, 13% of world imports), Singapore ($18M) and Poland ($14M). World imports came to about $171M, 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 900659 structured?
HS code 900659 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 (59) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 900659?
Brazil splits HS code 900659 into 4 NCM codes: 9006.59.30 (Laser photocomposers for printing plates), 9006.59.40 (Other fixed-focus cameras), 9006.59.51 (Adjustable-focus cameras, 45 x 60 mm or larger), 9006.59.59 (Other adjustable-focus cameras). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.