Product classification
HS code for Drone propellers: 8807.10
Aircraft and spacecraft, propellers and rotors and parts thereof.
Classification of drone propellers under HS 8807.10
Drone propellers are classified under HS code 8807.10, a subheading introduced in the 2022 HS nomenclature update to provide a dedicated space for aircraft parts. This classification applies to propellers and rotors, as well as their parts, intended for use with unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) or traditional aircraft. The classification is driven by Note 1 to Chapter 88, which encompasses all types of aircraft. Propellers are essential aerodynamic components that provide thrust or lift. Under the previous 2017 version of the HS, these were often classified under 8803.10, but the creation of heading 8807 consolidated parts for goods falling under headings 8801, 8802, and 8806. The classification remains 8807.10 regardless of the material (carbon fiber, plastic, or wood), provided the item is clearly identifiable as a propeller for an aircraft or drone. This follows the principle that parts of aircraft are classified in Chapter 88 unless they are specifically excluded by Section XVII notes.
- Covers
- Carbon fiber propellers for commercial drones
- Plastic rotors for consumer quadcopters
- Variable-pitch propellers for unmanned aircraft
- Replacement blades for drone rotor assemblies
- Also under 8807.10
- Hartzell Propeller
- Dowty Propellers
- Safran Helicopter Engines (rotor components)
- Collins Aerospace (propeller systems)
- McCauley Propeller Systems
Codes often confused with 8807.10
Common mistake. Drone propellers are often misclassified under HS code 9503.00 if the drone is marketed as a toy. However, if the drone is a professional or commercial UAV (heading 8806), the parts must go to 8807. Another common error is using HS code 3926.90 for plastic propellers. According to GRI 1, the specific provision for aircraft parts in Chapter 88 takes precedence over the general provision for plastic articles in Chapter 39. Additionally, some importers mistakenly use 8529.90, thinking the propeller is a part of a flying camera system, which is incorrect as the propeller serves the flight function, not the transmission function.
Top exporters and importers of HS 880710 (the code used for drone propellers), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 880710 (the code used for drone propellers) in UN Comtrade data was the United Kingdom, with 22% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Saudi Arabia, with 28% of world imports. The United States reports $152.8B of its chapter 88 exports without product detail (confidential), so its figure here may be too low and it may rank higher.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 880710, not only drone propellers.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 United Kingdom $440M 22% of world exports
- 2 United States $367M 19% of world exports
- 3 France $214M 11% of world exports
The United States reports $152.8B of its chapter 88 exports without product detail (confidential), so its figure here may be too low and it may rank higher.
World total: $2.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Saudi Arabia $914M 28% of world imports
- 2 United States $428M 13% of world imports
- 3 Canada $322M 9.9% of world imports
World total: $3.3B 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 drone propellers
Brazil classifies drone propellers under NCM 8807.10.00: HS 8807.10 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about drone propellers
What is the HS code for Drone propellers?
The HS code for Drone propellers is 880710 (Aircraft and spacecraft; propellers and rotors and parts thereof). The HS code for drone propellers and rotors is 8807.10.
How do I classify Drone propellers for customs?
Drone propellers is classified under HS code 880710 — Aircraft and spacecraft; propellers and rotors and parts thereof. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does the size of the drone change the propeller's HS code?
Generally, no. Whether the propeller is for a small consumer drone or a large industrial UAV, it is classified under 8807.10 as long as it is an aircraft propeller.
Which countries are the top exporters of drone propellers (HS 880710)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 880710 (the code used for drone propellers) in UN Comtrade data were the United Kingdom ($440M, 22% of world exports), the United States ($367M) and France ($214M). World exports came to about $2.0B, 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 its figure here may be too low and it may rank higher.
Which countries are the top importers of drone propellers (HS 880710)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 880710 (the code used for drone propellers) in UN Comtrade data were Saudi Arabia ($914M, 28% of world imports), the United States ($428M) and Canada ($322M). World imports came to about $3.3B, 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 Drone propellers the same in all countries?
The base HS code 880710 for Drone propellers 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 drone propellers in Brazil?
In Brazil, drone propellers (HS 880710) is classified under NCM 8807.10.00.