Product classification
HS code for Billiard balls: 9506.69
Balls, (other than inflatable or for lawn-tennis, golf or table-tennis).
Classification of billiard balls under HS 9506.69
Billiard balls are classified under HS code 9506.69 within the Harmonized System. Chapter 95 encompasses toys, games, and sports requisites. Heading 9506 is a broad category for articles and equipment for general physical exercise, gymnastics, athletics, other sports, or outdoor games. While heading 9504 specifically mentions billiard articles, subheading 9506.69 is often utilized for balls that are not inflatable and do not fall under the specific categories of lawn-tennis, golf, or table-tennis. These balls are typically manufactured from phenolic resins, polyester, or other durable plastics designed to withstand high-impact collisions. The classification depends on the physical properties of the ball—specifically that it is solid (non-inflatable) and intended for use in a recognized sport. Customs authorities look for the specific density, diameter, and weight standards associated with professional or recreational billiard play to confirm the classification. Proper classification ensures that the correct tariffs are applied, which can vary significantly between general plastic goods and specialized sports equipment.
- Covers
- Pool balls
- Snooker balls
- Carom billiard balls
- Solid resin sports balls
- Also under 9506.69
- Rawlings Official MLB Baseball
- Kookaburra Turf Cricket Ball
- Aramith Billiard Balls
- Brunswick Bowling Ball
- Franklin Sports Pickleball
Codes often confused with 9506.69
Common mistake. Billiard balls are frequently misclassified under 9504.20, which is the heading for billiard tables and accessories. While 9504.20 is a valid code for billiard sets, individual balls are sometimes directed to 9506.69 in specific tariff schedules. They should also not be classified as general plastic articles under 3926.90, as their sporting use is primary.
Top exporters and importers of HS 950669 (the code used for billiard balls), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 950669 (the code used for billiard balls) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 60% 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 950669, not only billiard balls.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $433M 60% of world exports
- 2 Costa Rica* ~$28M 3.9% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 Germany $26M 3.6% of world exports
World total: $724M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $166M 26% of world imports
- 2 South Korea $65M 10% of world imports
- 3 Germany $36M 5.6% of world imports
World total: $639M 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 billiard balls
Brazil classifies billiard balls under NCM 9506.69.00: HS 9506.69 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about billiard balls
What is the HS code for Billiard balls?
The HS code for Billiard balls is 950669 (Balls; (other than inflatable or for lawn-tennis, golf or table-tennis)). The HS code for billiard balls is 9506.69.
How do I classify Billiard balls for customs?
Billiard balls is classified under HS code 950669 — Balls; (other than inflatable or for lawn-tennis, golf or table-tennis). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are billiard tables included in this code?
No, billiard tables and their specific accessories are classified under HS code 9504.20.
Which countries are the top exporters of billiard balls (HS 950669)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 950669 (the code used for billiard balls) in UN Comtrade data were China ($433M, 60% of world exports), Costa Rica (about $28M) and Germany ($26M). World exports came to about $724M, 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 billiard balls (HS 950669)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 950669 (the code used for billiard balls) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($166M, 26% of world imports), South Korea ($65M) and Germany ($36M). World imports came to about $639M, 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 Billiard balls the same in all countries?
The base HS code 950669 for Billiard balls 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 billiard balls in Brazil?
In Brazil, billiard balls (HS 950669) is classified under NCM 9506.69.00.