Product classification
HS code for Cockpit components: 8807.30
Aircraft and spacecraft, parts of aeroplanes, helicopters or unmanned aircraft n.e.c. in heading no. 8807.
Classification of cockpit components under HS 8807.30
Cockpit components are classified under HS code 8807.30, which serves as a residual category for parts of aircraft, specifically airplanes and helicopters, that are not elsewhere specified or included (n.e.c.). Under the Harmonized System, parts are generally classified according to the machine or vehicle they are designed for, provided they are not excluded by Section XVI or XVII notes. Since cockpit components like control columns, rudder pedals, and structural housing are integral to the operation of the aircraft and are specifically designed for use in the flight deck, they fall under heading 8807. Subheading 8807.30 is designated for "other" parts of aircraft, excluding undercarriages and propellers which have their own subheadings (8807.10 and 8807.20). It is important to distinguish between structural or mechanical components and electronic instruments. If a component is a purely mechanical part of the flight control system or a structural element of the cockpit interior, 8807.30 is the correct classification. This follows GRI 1, which prioritizes the terms of the headings.
- Covers
- Aircraft control columns (yokes)
- Rudder pedal assemblies
- Cockpit console structural frames
- Throttle quadrant mechanical assemblies
- Cockpit floor panels and bulkheads
- Also under 8807.30
- Boeing 787 landing gear
- Airbus A320 wing parts
- Sikorsky Black Hawk rotor heads
- DJI drone chassis
- Honeywell avionics components
Codes often confused with 8807.30
Common mistake. Cockpit components are often misclassified under 9014.20, which covers instruments and appliances for aeronautical navigation. While the cockpit houses these instruments, the structural components themselves belong in 8807.30. Furthermore, electronic flight displays and avionics are typically classified in Chapter 85 (e.g., 8526.91 for radio navigational aids) rather than as general aircraft parts.
Top exporters and importers of HS 880730 (the code used for cockpit components), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 880730 (the code used for cockpit components) in UN Comtrade data was the United Kingdom, with 16% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 17% of world imports. The United States reports $152.8B of its chapter 88 exports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 880730, not only cockpit components.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 United Kingdom $12.2B 16% of world exports
- 2 Germany $11.9B 15% of world exports
- 3 France $8.8B 11% of world exports
The United States reports $152.8B of its chapter 88 exports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
World total: $77.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $14.7B 17% of world imports
- 2 France $11.9B 14% of world imports
- 3 Germany $10.7B 12% of world imports
World total: $86.2B 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 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 cockpit components
Brazil classifies cockpit components under NCM 8807.30.00: HS 8807.30 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about cockpit components
What is the HS code for Cockpit components?
The HS code for Cockpit components is 880730 (Aircraft and spacecraft; parts of aeroplanes, helicopters or unmanned aircraft n.e.c. in heading no. 8807). The HS code for mechanical and structural cockpit components is 8807.30.
How do I classify Cockpit components for customs?
Cockpit components is classified under HS code 880730 — Aircraft and spacecraft; parts of aeroplanes, helicopters or unmanned aircraft n.e.c. in heading no. 8807. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are cockpit seats classified under this code?
No, aircraft seats are specifically classified under HS code 9401.10, as Chapter 94 takes precedence for furniture and seating.
Which countries are the top exporters of cockpit components (HS 880730)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 880730 (the code used for cockpit components) in UN Comtrade data were the United Kingdom ($12.2B, 16% of world exports), Germany ($11.9B) and France ($8.8B). World exports came to about $77.7B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). The United States reports $152.8B of its chapter 88 exports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Which countries are the top importers of cockpit components (HS 880730)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 880730 (the code used for cockpit components) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($14.7B, 17% of world imports), France ($11.9B) and Germany ($10.7B). World imports came to about $86.2B, 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 Cockpit components the same in all countries?
The base HS code 880730 for Cockpit components 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 cockpit components in Brazil?
In Brazil, cockpit components (HS 880730) is classified under NCM 8807.30.00.