Product classification
HS code for Christmas tree: 9505.10
Christmas festivity articles.
Classification of christmas tree under HS 9505.10
Artificial Christmas trees are classified under HS code 9505.10. This classification falls under the broader heading 9505, which encompasses articles for festivities, carnival, or other entertainment. The specific subheading 9505.10 is reserved for articles used specifically for Christmas festivities. Artificial trees, regardless of the material they are constructed from—be it plastic, metal, or wood—are classified here because their sole purpose is to serve as a festive decoration. According to the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) 1, classification is determined by the terms of the headings and any relative section or chapter notes. Since artificial Christmas trees are not natural products of the type found in Chapter 6, which covers live trees and cut flowers, they must be classified based on their manufactured nature and intended use. The Explanatory Notes to heading 9505 clarify that this heading includes articles which are traditionally used at Christmas, such as artificial Christmas trees. This includes trees that may come with integrated lighting (pre-lit trees) or fiber optic features, provided the tree itself remains the essential character of the product. By classifying these items under 9505.10, customs authorities can distinguish between seasonal decorative items and general plastic or wooden manufactures that might otherwise fall under Chapter 39 or Chapter 44.
- Covers
- Artificial plastic Christmas trees
- Fiber optic Christmas trees
- Pre-lit artificial festive trees
- Miniature tabletop artificial trees
- Also under 9505.10
- Balsam Hill Artificial Trees
- Kurt S. Adler Ornaments
- Philips Christmas Lights
- Lemax Village Collection
Codes often confused with 9505.10
Common mistake. The most significant misclassification occurs with real, live Christmas trees, which are classified under HS code 0604.20 as fresh foliage. Another error is classifying artificial trees under HS code 3926.40 (statue/ornaments of plastics) or 9403 (furniture). Because 9505.10 is a specific provision for Christmas articles, it takes precedence over these more general material-based codes.
Top exporters and importers of HS 950510 (the code used for christmas tree), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 950510 (the code used for christmas tree) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 74% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 46% 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 950510, not only christmas tree.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $5.2B 74% of world exports
- 2 Cambodia* ~$354M 5.0% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 Netherlands $316M 4.5% of world exports
World total: $7.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $2.9B 46% of world imports
- 2 United Kingdom $338M 5.5% of world imports
- 3 Canada $278M 4.5% of world imports
World total: $6.2B 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 christmas tree
Brazil classifies christmas tree under NCM 9505.10.00: HS 9505.10 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about christmas tree
What is the HS code for Christmas tree?
The HS code for Christmas tree is 950510 (Christmas festivity articles). The HS code for an artificial Christmas tree is 9505.10. Real trees are classified under 0604.20.
How do I classify Christmas tree for customs?
Christmas tree is classified under HS code 950510 — Christmas festivity articles. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are pre-lit trees classified as lighting?
No, if the tree is the primary component, it remains under 9505.10, though some jurisdictions may look closely at the value of the lighting components.
Which countries are the top exporters of christmas tree (HS 950510)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 950510 (the code used for christmas tree) in UN Comtrade data were China ($5.2B, 74% of world exports), Cambodia (about $354M) and the Netherlands ($316M). World exports came to about $7.0B, 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 christmas tree (HS 950510)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 950510 (the code used for christmas tree) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($2.9B, 46% of world imports), the United Kingdom ($338M) and Canada ($278M). World imports came to about $6.2B, 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 Christmas tree the same in all countries?
The base HS code 950510 for Christmas tree 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 christmas tree in Brazil?
In Brazil, christmas tree (HS 950510) is classified under NCM 9505.10.00.