HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 9508.21 – Amusement park rides and water park amusements; Roller coasters
HS code 9508.21 is the 6-digit subheading for amusement park rides and water park amusements, Roller coasters. It is used for steel roller coasters, wooden roller coasters, launched roller coasters, flying roller coasters and inverted roller coasters.
What HS 9508.21 covers
This HS code specifically covers the international trade of roller coasters, which are complex, large-scale amusement park rides. The market involves specialized manufacturers designing and constructing these engineering marvels for amusement parks worldwide. Key aspects include high capital investment, extensive lead times for design and fabrication, intricate logistics for transporting massive components, and strict adherence to international safety certifications. Trade is driven by new park developments, expansions of existing parks, and the continuous demand for innovative thrill experiences. This segment emphasizes advanced engineering expertise, project management capabilities, and the ability to deliver unique, high-performance attractions that draw visitors globally.
- Covers
- Steel roller coasters
- Wooden roller coasters
- Launched roller coasters
- Flying roller coasters
- Inverted roller coasters
- Hypercoasters
- Giga coasters
- Examples
- Bolliger & Mabillard (B&M) Hyper Coaster
- Intamin Giga Coaster
- Rocky Mountain Construction (RMC) Hybrid Coaster
- Vekoma Suspended Looping Coaster
- Gerstlauer Euro-Fighter
Codes often confused with 9508.21
Common mistake. While clearly defined, components or parts of roller coasters might sometimes be incorrectly classified under 950829 if not clearly identifiable as part of a complete roller coaster system.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 950821, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 950821 in UN Comtrade data was the Netherlands, with 31% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 32% 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 Netherlands $166M 31% of world exports
- 2 Germany $97M 18% of world exports
- 3 Switzerland $58M 11% of world exports
World total: $530M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $159M 32% of world imports
- 2 Netherlands $37M 7.4% of world imports
- 3 Slovakia $30M 5.9% of world imports
World total: $502M 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 9508.21 3
Brazil splits HS 9508.21 into 3 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 9508.21.10 Roller coasters with track of 300 m or moreCom percurso igual ou superior a 300 m
- 9508.21.20 Roller coaster cars for 6 or more personsVagonetes com capacidade igual ou superior a 6 pessoas
- 9508.21.90 Other roller coastersOutras
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 95.08 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 9508.21
What is HS code 950821?
HS code 950821 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Amusement park rides and water park amusements; Roller coasters. This HS code specifically covers the international trade of roller coasters, which are complex, large-scale amusement park rides. The market involves specialized manufacturers designing and constructing these engineering marvels for amusement parks worldwide. Key aspects include high capital investment, extensive lead times for design and fabrication, intricate logistics for transporting massive components, and strict adherence to international safety certifications. Trade is driven by new park developments, expansions of existing parks, and the continuous demand for innovative thrill experiences. This segment emphasizes advanced engineering expertise, project management capabilities, and the ability to deliver unique, high-performance attractions that draw visitors globally.
What products fall under HS code 950821?
Steel roller coasters, Wooden roller coasters, Launched roller coasters, Flying roller coasters, Inverted roller coasters, Hypercoasters, Giga coasters
What are common misclassifications for HS code 950821?
While clearly defined, components or parts of roller coasters might sometimes be incorrectly classified under 950829 if not clearly identifiable as part of a complete roller coaster system.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 950821?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 950821 in UN Comtrade data were the Netherlands ($166M, 31% of world exports), Germany ($97M) and Switzerland ($58M). World exports came to about $530M, 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 950821?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 950821 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($159M, 32% of world imports), the Netherlands ($37M) and Slovakia ($30M). World imports came to about $502M, 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 950821 structured?
HS code 950821 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (95) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (08) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (21) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 950821?
Brazil splits HS code 950821 into 3 NCM codes: 9508.21.10 (Roller coasters with track of 300 m or more), 9508.21.20 (Roller coaster cars for 6 or more persons), 9508.21.90 (Other roller coasters). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.