Product classification

HS code for Golf driver: 9506.31

Golf clubs, complete.

Classification of golf driver under HS 9506.31

The classification of a golf driver under HS code 9506.31 is governed by the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) of the Harmonized System. Specifically, GRI 1 states that classification is determined by the terms of the headings and any relative section or chapter notes. Chapter 95 covers toys, games, and sports requisites. Heading 9506 is dedicated to articles and equipment for general physical exercise, gymnastics, athletics, other sports, or outdoor games. Within this heading, the 4-digit code 9506.31 is explicitly reserved for complete golf clubs. A golf driver is defined as a complete club when it consists of the three essential components: the club head (typically made of titanium or composite materials), the shaft (graphite or steel), and the grip. Because the driver is a finished article ready for use in the sport of golf, it meets the criteria for 9506.31. This classification remains consistent regardless of whether the driver is sold individually or as part of a set, provided it is a fully assembled unit. The technical specifications of the driver, such as its volume in cubic centimeters or its loft angle, do not impact its primary classification under this code.

Covers
  • Standard titanium golf drivers
  • Adjustable loft drivers
  • Fairway woods (when fully assembled)
  • Hybrid clubs (when fully assembled)
  • Junior golf drivers
Also under 9506.31
  • Titleist Drivers
  • Callaway Irons
  • TaylorMade Putters
  • Ping Wedges
  • Cobra Golf Clubs

Codes often confused with 9506.31

Common mistake. A frequent point of confusion involves HS code 9506.39. This code is intended for golf equipment other than complete clubs and balls, as well as parts of golf clubs. If a driver is shipped as a separate head and shaft that are not yet joined, they must be classified under 9506.39 as parts. Another common error is using 9506.99, which is a residual category for general sports equipment. However, because golf has its own specific subheadings (9506.31 to 9506.39), the more specific code must always take precedence over the general one.

9506.39Golf equipment; other than clubs and balls9506.99Equipment for outdoor games and recreation n.e.c. in heading no. 9506

Top exporters and importers of HS 950631 (the code used for golf driver), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 950631 (the code used for golf driver) in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 19% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 27% 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 950631, not only golf driver.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 Vietnam* ~$478M
  2. 2 Mexico $384M
  3. 3 China $345M

World total: $2.5B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 United States $599M
  2. 2 South Korea $262M
  3. 3 Japan $245M

World total: $2.3B 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 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 golf driver

Brazil classifies golf driver under NCM 9506.31.00: HS 9506.31 with 00 added.

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.

Questions about golf driver

What is the HS code for Golf driver?

The HS code for Golf driver is 950631 (Golf clubs; complete). The HS code for a complete golf driver is 9506.31. This applies to all fully assembled drivers regardless of the material used for the head or shaft.

How do I classify Golf driver for customs?

Golf driver is classified under HS code 950631 — Golf clubs; complete. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

Can a driver head be classified under 9506.31?

No, a driver head imported without a shaft is considered a part of a golf club and should be classified under HS code 9506.39.

Which countries are the top exporters of golf driver (HS 950631)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 950631 (the code used for golf driver) in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $478M, 19% of world exports), Mexico ($384M) and China ($345M). World exports came to about $2.5B, 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 golf driver (HS 950631)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 950631 (the code used for golf driver) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($599M, 27% of world imports), South Korea ($262M) and Japan ($245M). World imports came to about $2.3B, 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 Golf driver the same in all countries?

The base HS code 950631 for Golf driver 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 golf driver in Brazil?

In Brazil, golf driver (HS 950631) is classified under NCM 9506.31.00.