Product classification
HS code for Archery equipment: 9506.99
Equipment for outdoor games and recreation n.e.c. in heading no. 9506.
Classification of archery equipment under HS 9506.99
Archery equipment is classified under HS code 9506.99. This classification is found in Chapter 95, which covers "Toys, games and sports requisites; parts and accessories thereof." Heading 9506 is the broad category for articles and equipment for general physical exercise, gymnastics, athletics, other sports, or outdoor games. Since archery is a recognized sport and outdoor recreation activity, its equipment is classified here. Because archery is not specifically named in the primary subheadings (such as 9506.11 for skis or 9506.31 for golf clubs), it falls into the residual "Other" category of 9506.99. This code includes the bows, arrows, and specialized accessories required for the sport. The classification is guided by GRI 1 and GRI 6. It is important to note that while bows are technically mechanical launchers, the HS nomenclature prioritizes their function as sports equipment over their potential classification as weapons, provided they are designed for target shooting or hunting sports.
- Covers
- Compound bows and recurve bows
- Arrows and arrow shafts
- Arrowheads and fletchings
- Quivers
- Archery targets (specifically designed for the sport)
- Bowstrings and arm guards
- Also under 9506.99
- Franklin Sports badminton sets
- Kettler outdoor games
- Wham-O Frisbees
- Coleman camping chairs
- GoSports cornhole sets
- Intex inflatable pools
Codes often confused with 9506.99
Common mistake. Archery equipment is sometimes misclassified under 9304.00, which covers "Other arms" (such as spring, air, or gas guns). However, traditional and compound bows are generally excluded from Chapter 93 and placed in 9506. Another common error is 9503.00, which covers toys; archery sets intended for children that lack the power and precision of professional equipment may fall under 9503, but equipment for sport must stay in 9506.
Top exporters and importers of HS 950699 (the code used for archery equipment), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 950699 (the code used for archery equipment) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 40% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 26% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 950699, not only archery equipment.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $3.1B 40% of world exports
- 2 United States $450M 5.8% of world exports
- 3 Germany $323M 4.2% of world exports
World total: $7.8B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $2.0B 26% of world imports
- 2 Canada $510M 6.5% of world imports
- 3 Germany $507M 6.5% of world imports
World total: $7.9B 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 archery equipment
Brazil classifies archery equipment under NCM 9506.99.00: HS 9506.99 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about archery equipment
What is the HS code for Archery equipment?
The HS code for Archery equipment is 950699 (Equipment for outdoor games and recreation n.e.c. in heading no. 9506). The HS code for professional and recreational archery equipment is 9506.99.
How do I classify Archery equipment for customs?
Archery equipment is classified under HS code 950699 — Equipment for outdoor games and recreation n.e.c. in heading no. 9506. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are crossbows classified under the same code?
Crossbows are often classified under 9304.00 in many jurisdictions because they feature a stock and trigger mechanism similar to firearms, though some regions may still use 9506.99.
Which countries are the top exporters of archery equipment (HS 950699)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 950699 (the code used for archery equipment) in UN Comtrade data were China ($3.1B, 40% of world exports), the United States ($450M) and Germany ($323M). World exports came to about $7.8B, 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 archery equipment (HS 950699)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 950699 (the code used for archery equipment) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($2.0B, 26% of world imports), Canada ($510M) and Germany ($507M). World imports came to about $7.9B, 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.
Is the HS code for Archery equipment the same in all countries?
The base HS code 950699 for Archery equipment is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for archery equipment in Brazil?
In Brazil, archery equipment (HS 950699) is classified under NCM 9506.99.00.