HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 9506.40 – Table-tennis articles and equipment

HS code 9506.40 is the 6-digit subheading for table-tennis articles and equipment. It is used for table tennis tables, table tennis rackets, table tennis nets, table tennis posts and table tennis balls (specific to table tennis).

What HS 9506.40 covers

This HS code covers all articles and equipment specifically designed for table tennis, a globally popular sport. This includes items such as table tennis tables, rackets (paddles), nets, posts, and scoreboards. The international trade in these goods is robust, driven by both professional sports organizations and recreational players worldwide. Major importers are countries with a strong sporting goods market and a large population engaged in indoor sports, including many European nations, the United States, and India. Exporters are predominantly manufacturing powerhouses in Asia, particularly China, which produces a vast majority of the world's table tennis equipment, alongside specialized European brands known for high-performance gear. Key considerations for trade include material quality, adherence to international federation (ITTF) standards for competition equipment, and brand recognition, especially for professional-grade items. The market sees consistent demand from schools, clubs, and individual enthusiasts.

Covers
  • Table tennis tables
  • Table tennis rackets
  • Table tennis nets
  • Table tennis posts
  • Table tennis balls (specific to table tennis)
  • Table tennis robot
  • Table tennis scoreboard
Examples
  • Butterfly Centrefold 25 Table
  • STIGA Pro Carbon Racket
  • JOOLA Inside 15 Table
  • DHS Hurricane 3 Rubber
  • Donic Waldner Legend Carbon

Codes often confused with 9506.40

Common mistake. This code is distinct from general sports equipment in 950699 and specifically for table tennis. It should not be confused with general balls (950669) or other racket sports equipment (950659).

9506.99Equipment for outdoor games and recreation n.e.c. in heading no. 95069506.69Balls; (other than inflatable or for lawn-tennis, golf or table-tennis)9506.59Tennis, badminton and similar rackets; whether or not strung

Top exporters and importers of HS code 950640, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 950640 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 40% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 9.9% 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. 1 China $147M
  2. 2 Germany $51M
  3. 3 Japan $43M

World total: $369M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 United States $37M
  2. 2 Germany $36M
  3. 3 China $33M

World total: $371M 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 9506.40

Brazil does not split HS 9506.40: its NCM code is 9506.40.00.

  1. 9506.40.00 Table-tennis articles and equipmentArtigos e equipamentos para tênis de mesa

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 9506.40

What is HS code 950640?

HS code 950640 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Table-tennis articles and equipment. This HS code covers all articles and equipment specifically designed for table tennis, a globally popular sport. This includes items such as table tennis tables, rackets (paddles), nets, posts, and scoreboards. The international trade in these goods is robust, driven by both professional sports organizations and recreational players worldwide. Major importers are countries with a strong sporting goods market and a large population engaged in indoor sports, including many European nations, the United States, and India. Exporters are predominantly manufacturing powerhouses in Asia, particularly China, which produces a vast majority of the world's table tennis equipment, alongside specialized European brands known for high-performance gear. Key considerations for trade include material quality, adherence to international federation (ITTF) standards for competition equipment, and brand recognition, especially for professional-grade items. The market sees consistent demand from schools, clubs, and individual enthusiasts.

What products fall under HS code 950640?

Table tennis tables, Table tennis rackets, Table tennis nets, Table tennis posts, Table tennis balls (specific to table tennis), Table tennis robot, Table tennis scoreboard

What are common misclassifications for HS code 950640?

This code is distinct from general sports equipment in 950699 and specifically for table tennis. It should not be confused with general balls (950669) or other racket sports equipment (950659).

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 950640?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 950640 in UN Comtrade data were China ($147M, 40% of world exports), Germany ($51M) and Japan ($43M). World exports came to about $369M, 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 950640?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 950640 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($37M, 9.9% of world imports), Germany ($36M) and China ($33M). World imports came to about $371M, 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 950640 structured?

HS code 950640 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 (40) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.

What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 950640?

In Brazil, HS code 950640 is NCM 9506.40.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.