Product classification
HS code for Gymnastics equipment: 9506.91
Athletics and gymnastics equipment.
Classification of gymnastics equipment under HS 9506.91
Gymnastics equipment is classified under HS code 9506.91. Chapter 95 of the Harmonized System covers 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. Subheading 9506.91 is specifically carved out for "Articles and equipment for general physical exercise, gymnastics or athletics." This classification is determined by the intended use and the physical characteristics of the items. These products are designed for use in gymnasium environments or athletic tracks and are distinct from toys (9503) or furniture (Chapter 94). The classification relies on Note 1 to Chapter 95 and the specific descriptions provided in the subheading, ensuring that specialized apparatus used by gymnasts is grouped together for international trade purposes. The equipment must be of a type used for the performance of gymnastic exercises, including both artistic and rhythmic gymnastics. This code covers both professional-grade apparatus and equipment designed for school or home use, provided it meets the criteria for physical exercise equipment rather than simple playthings.
- Covers
- Parallel bars and uneven bars
- Balance beams
- Pommel horses
- Gymnastics rings and frames
- Vaulting tables and horses
- Horizontal bars
- Also under 9506.91
- Spieth Gymnastics equipment
- AAI (American Athletic, Inc.) gymnastics apparatus
- Gill Athletics track & field equipment
- Nissen trampolines
- UCS Spirit vaulting poles
Codes often confused with 9506.91
Common mistake. Gymnastics equipment is often misclassified under 9506.99, which is a residual category for other sports equipment. However, because 9506.91 specifically mentions gymnastics, it must be used according to the principle of specificity. Another common error is classifying mats under 3921 (plastics) or 4016 (rubber). While mats are made of these materials, if they are specifically designed for gymnastics, they should be classified under 9506.91. Additionally, small items like rhythmic gymnastics ribbons are sometimes incorrectly classified as toys under 9503.
Top exporters and importers of HS 950691 (the code used for gymnastics equipment), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 950691 (the code used for gymnastics equipment) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 63% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 19% 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 950691, not only gymnastics equipment.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $9.9B 63% of world exports
- 2 Taiwan* ~$760M 4.8% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 United States $710M 4.5% of world exports
World total: $15.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $2.4B 19% of world imports
- 2 Germany $866M 6.7% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $697M 5.4% of world imports
World total: $12.9B 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. UN Comtrade records Taiwan as "Other Asia, not elsewhere specified". Saudi Arabia's exports under that code are left out: they are far too large to be trade with Taiwan, so mostly undisclosed partners. 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 gymnastics equipment
Brazil classifies gymnastics equipment under NCM 9506.91.00: HS 9506.91 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about gymnastics equipment
What is the HS code for Gymnastics equipment?
The HS code for Gymnastics equipment is 950691 (Athletics and gymnastics equipment). The HS code for gymnastics equipment is 9506.91, covering articles for gymnastics and general physical exercise.
How do I classify Gymnastics equipment for customs?
Gymnastics equipment is classified under HS code 950691 — Athletics and gymnastics equipment. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include weightlifting equipment?
Yes, 9506.91 also covers equipment for general physical exercise, which includes weightlifting benches and bars not specifically classified elsewhere.
Which countries are the top exporters of gymnastics equipment (HS 950691)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 950691 (the code used for gymnastics equipment) in UN Comtrade data were China ($9.9B, 63% of world exports), Taiwan (about $760M) and the United States ($710M). World exports came to about $15.7B, 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 gymnastics equipment (HS 950691)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 950691 (the code used for gymnastics equipment) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($2.4B, 19% of world imports), Germany ($866M) and the United Kingdom ($697M). World imports came to about $12.9B, 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 Gymnastics equipment the same in all countries?
The base HS code 950691 for Gymnastics equipment 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 gymnastics equipment in Brazil?
In Brazil, gymnastics equipment (HS 950691) is classified under NCM 9506.91.00.