HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 9014.10 – Navigational instruments and appliances; direction finding compasses
HS code 9014.10 is the 6-digit subheading for navigational instruments and appliances, direction finding compasses. It is used for magnetic marine compasses, gyro compasses, handheld hiking compasses, aircraft magnetic compasses and fluxgate compasses.
What HS 9014.10 covers
This HS code specifically targets direction-finding compasses, which are fundamental tools for navigation across various domains, from maritime and aeronautical to terrestrial applications. These instruments provide a crucial reference for direction, often relying on the Earth's magnetic field or gyroscopic principles. In international trade, these compasses are essential for equipping vessels, aircraft, and land vehicles, as well as for individual use in outdoor activities. Major importers include countries with significant shipping industries, large defense sectors, or robust outdoor recreation markets, such as the USA, Germany, Japan, and the UK. Exporters often come from nations with strong precision instrument manufacturing capabilities. Key aspects of this trade involve the accuracy and reliability of the instruments, their resistance to environmental factors, and compliance with international maritime or aviation standards. The market sees demand for both traditional magnetic compasses and more advanced electronic or gyroscopic variants.
- Covers
- Magnetic marine compasses
- Gyro compasses
- Handheld hiking compasses
- Aircraft magnetic compasses
- Fluxgate compasses
- Electronic digital compasses
- Bearing compasses
- Examples
- Ritchie Navigation compasses
- C. Plath gyrocompasses
- Suunto field compasses
- Garmin electronic compasses
- Raymarine marine compasses
Codes often confused with 9014.10
Common mistake. This code is distinct from 901420 (aeronautical/space navigation instruments excluding compasses) and 901480 (other navigation instruments excluding compasses), as it specifically covers direction-finding compasses rather than broader navigation systems.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 901410, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 901410 in UN Comtrade data was France, with 13% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 12% 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 France $38M 13% of world exports
- 2 United States $34M 11% of world exports
- 3 China $30M 9.8% of world exports
World total: $302M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $40M 12% of world imports
- 2 China $38M 11% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $36M 11% of world imports
World total: $337M 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 9014.10
Brazil does not split HS 9014.10: its NCM code is 9014.10.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 90.14 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 9014.10
What is HS code 901410?
HS code 901410 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Navigational instruments and appliances; direction finding compasses. This HS code specifically targets direction-finding compasses, which are fundamental tools for navigation across various domains, from maritime and aeronautical to terrestrial applications. These instruments provide a crucial reference for direction, often relying on the Earth's magnetic field or gyroscopic principles. In international trade, these compasses are essential for equipping vessels, aircraft, and land vehicles, as well as for individual use in outdoor activities. Major importers include countries with significant shipping industries, large defense sectors, or robust outdoor recreation markets, such as the USA, Germany, Japan, and the UK. Exporters often come from nations with strong precision instrument manufacturing capabilities. Key aspects of this trade involve the accuracy and reliability of the instruments, their resistance to environmental factors, and compliance with international maritime or aviation standards. The market sees demand for both traditional magnetic compasses and more advanced electronic or gyroscopic variants.
What products fall under HS code 901410?
Magnetic marine compasses, Gyro compasses, Handheld hiking compasses, Aircraft magnetic compasses, Fluxgate compasses, Electronic digital compasses, Bearing compasses
What are common misclassifications for HS code 901410?
This code is distinct from 901420 (aeronautical/space navigation instruments excluding compasses) and 901480 (other navigation instruments excluding compasses), as it specifically covers direction-finding compasses rather than broader navigation systems.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 901410?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 901410 in UN Comtrade data were France ($38M, 13% of world exports), the United States ($34M) and China ($30M). World exports came to about $302M, 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 901410?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 901410 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($40M, 12% of world imports), China ($38M) and the United Kingdom ($36M). World imports came to about $337M, 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 901410 structured?
HS code 901410 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (90) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (14) 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 901410?
In Brazil, HS code 901410 is NCM 9014.10.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.