Product classification
HS code for Jet engine: 8411.12
Turbo-jets, of a thrust exceeding 25kN.
Classification of jet engine under HS 8411.12
Jet engines, specifically turbo-jets with a thrust exceeding 25 kN, are classified under HS code 8411.12. Heading 8411 covers turbo-jets, turbo-propellers, and other gas turbines. The classification within this heading is determined by the technical specifications of the engine, specifically its thrust capacity. Turbo-jets are internal combustion engines that produce thrust by the acceleration of a jet of gases. Subheading 8411.12 is reserved for engines that produce a thrust greater than 25 kilonewtons (kN). This typically includes the large engines found on commercial airliners and high-performance military aircraft. The thrust is measured at sea level in a static condition, following standard international aviation testing protocols. This classification is distinct from the aircraft itself (Chapter 88) and focuses on the engine as a standalone mechanical unit, following General Rules of Interpretation 1 and 6.
- Covers
- Commercial aircraft turbo-jet engines (> 25 kN)
- Military jet engines with thrust exceeding 25 kN
- High-thrust turbofan engines (classified as turbo-jets in HS)
- Replacement jet engines for wide-body aircraft
- Civil aviation jet engines exceeding 25 kN thrust
- Also under 8411.12
- General Electric GE90
- Rolls-Royce Trent 1000
- Pratt & Whitney PW1100G
- CFM LEAP-1B
Codes often confused with 8411.12
Common mistake. The most common misclassification is using HS code 8411.11, which is for turbo-jets with a thrust not exceeding 25 kN. Accurate classification requires checking the manufacturer's technical data sheet. Another error is attempting to classify the engine under 8803.30 (parts of aircraft). However, Note 2 to Section XVI and Note 1 to Chapter 88 clarify that engines of heading 8411 are excluded from Chapter 88 and must be classified in their own heading.
Top exporters and importers of HS 841112 (the code used for jet engine), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 841112 (the code used for jet engine) in UN Comtrade data was the United Kingdom, with 30% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United Kingdom, with 17% 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 841112, not only jet engine.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 United Kingdom $30.8B 30% of world exports
- 2 France $14.7B 14% of world exports
- 3 Hong Kong $13.8B 13% of world exports
World total: $103.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United Kingdom $19.7B 17% of world imports
- 2 Hong Kong $14.3B 12% of world imports
- 3 Singapore $12.6B 11% of world imports
World total: $114.7B 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 jet engine
Brazil classifies jet engine under NCM 8411.12.00: HS 8411.12 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about jet engine
What is the HS code for Jet engine?
The HS code for Jet engine is 841112 (Turbo-jets; of a thrust exceeding 25kN). For jet engines (turbo-jets) with a thrust exceeding 25 kN, the HS code is 8411.12.
How do I classify Jet engine for customs?
Jet engine is classified under HS code 841112 — Turbo-jets; of a thrust exceeding 25kN. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
How is thrust measured for HS classification?
Thrust is measured as the maximum thrust the engine can produce at sea level in a static, standard atmosphere, as certified by the manufacturer.
Which countries are the top exporters of jet engine (HS 841112)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 841112 (the code used for jet engine) in UN Comtrade data were the United Kingdom ($30.8B, 30% of world exports), France ($14.7B) and Hong Kong ($13.8B). World exports came to about $103.0B, 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 jet engine (HS 841112)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 841112 (the code used for jet engine) in UN Comtrade data were the United Kingdom ($19.7B, 17% of world imports), Hong Kong ($14.3B) and Singapore ($12.6B). World imports came to about $114.7B, 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.
Is the HS code for Jet engine the same in all countries?
The base HS code 841112 for Jet engine 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 jet engine in Brazil?
In Brazil, jet engine (HS 841112) is classified under NCM 8411.12.00.