HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 9506.29 – Water sport equipment; water-skis, surf-boards and other water-sport equipment, excluding sailboards
HS code 9506.29 is the 6-digit subheading for water sport equipment, water-skis, surf-boards and other water-sport equipment, excluding sailboards. It is used for water skis, surfboards, stand-up paddleboards (SUPs), wakeboards and kneeboards.
What HS 9506.29 covers
This broad HS code covers a wide array of water sport equipment, encompassing everything from water skis and surfboards to paddleboards and wakeboards, explicitly excluding sailboards (950621). International trade in these goods is fueled by global interest in recreational water activities, coastal tourism, and competitive water sports. Major importers are countries with extensive coastlines, numerous lakes, and a strong culture of outdoor recreation, such as the United States, Australia, Canada, and various European nations. Exporters include specialized manufacturers in North America and Europe known for innovation and quality, as well as large-scale producers in Asia. Key considerations for trade involve material science (e.g., composites for strength and lightness), hydrodynamic design, safety standards for equipment used in water, and brand reputation. The market is seasonal in many regions but benefits from year-round demand in tropical and subtropical areas.
- Covers
- Water skis
- Surfboards
- Stand-up paddleboards (SUPs)
- Wakeboards
- Kneeboards
- Kayaks
- Canoes
- Snorkeling gear
- Examples
O'Brien Water Skis, Channel Islands Surfboards, Red Paddle Co. SUPs, Ronix Wakeboards, Hobie Kayaks
Codes often confused with 9506.29
Common mistake. This code is often confused with 950621 (Sailboards) if the item is a wind-powered board, or 8903 (Yachts and other vessels) if the item is a larger boat rather than personal equipment.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 950629, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 950629 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 45% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 19% 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 $949M 45% of world exports
- 2 Italy $115M 5.5% of world exports
- 3 Netherlands $114M 5.4% of world exports
World total: $2.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $334M 19% of world imports
- 2 France $140M 8.1% of world imports
- 3 Germany $132M 7.6% of world imports
World total: $1.7B 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 9506.29
Brazil does not split HS 9506.29: its NCM code is 9506.29.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 95.06 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 9506.29
What is HS code 950629?
HS code 950629 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Water sport equipment; water-skis, surf-boards and other water-sport equipment, excluding sailboards. This broad HS code covers a wide array of water sport equipment, encompassing everything from water skis and surfboards to paddleboards and wakeboards, explicitly excluding sailboards (950621). International trade in these goods is fueled by global interest in recreational water activities, coastal tourism, and competitive water sports. Major importers are countries with extensive coastlines, numerous lakes, and a strong culture of outdoor recreation, such as the United States, Australia, Canada, and various European nations. Exporters include specialized manufacturers in North America and Europe known for innovation and quality, as well as large-scale producers in Asia. Key considerations for trade involve material science (e.g., composites for strength and lightness), hydrodynamic design, safety standards for equipment used in water, and brand reputation. The market is seasonal in many regions but benefits from year-round demand in tropical and subtropical areas.
What products fall under HS code 950629?
Water skis, Surfboards, Stand-up paddleboards (SUPs), Wakeboards, Kneeboards, Kayaks, Canoes, Snorkeling gear
What are common misclassifications for HS code 950629?
This code is often confused with 950621 (Sailboards) if the item is a wind-powered board, or 8903 (Yachts and other vessels) if the item is a larger boat rather than personal equipment.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 950629?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 950629 in UN Comtrade data were China ($949M, 45% of world exports), Italy ($115M) and the Netherlands ($114M). World exports came to about $2.1B, 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 950629?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 950629 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($334M, 19% of world imports), France ($140M) and Germany ($132M). World imports came to about $1.7B, 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 950629 structured?
HS code 950629 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (95) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (06) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (29) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 950629?
In Brazil, HS code 950629 is NCM 9506.29.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.