Product classification
HS code for Large turbojet engine: 8411.12
Turbo-jets, of a thrust exceeding 25kN.
Classification of large turbojet engine under HS 8411.12
Large turbojet engines are classified under HS code 8411.12. This classification is based on the mechanical nature of the engine and its thrust capacity. Heading 8411 covers gas turbines, and the first sub-category is dedicated to turbo-jets. A turbo-jet is defined as a gas turbine engine that provides propulsion solely through the reaction of a high-velocity gas stream. Subheading 8411.12 is specifically for those engines that produce a thrust exceeding 25 kN (kilonewtons). This threshold separates large commercial and military jet engines from smaller units used in light aircraft or drones. The classification is determined by the maximum thrust the engine can produce at takeoff under standard sea-level conditions. This code is essential for the aerospace industry and is used for the importation of primary propulsion units for large aircraft.
- Covers
- Commercial airliner jet engines (e.g., for Boeing 737 or Airbus A320)
- High-thrust military fighter jet engines
- Industrial turbojets used for high-speed testing
- Bypass turbofans (classified as turbojets in the HS) exceeding 25 kN
- Afterburning turbojet engines
- 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 frequent misclassification is with HS code 8411.11, which is for turbo-jets with a thrust not exceeding 25 kN. Importers must ensure the thrust rating is correctly converted to kilonewtons. Another common error is confusing turbo-jets with turbo-propellers (8411.21/22). While both are gas turbines, a turbo-propeller uses the turbine to drive a propeller rather than relying on jet exhaust for thrust. Additionally, parts of these engines should not be classified here; they belong under 8411.91. Finally, used or refurbished engines still fall under 8411.12, provided they are functional units.
Top exporters and importers of HS 841112 (the code used for large turbojet engine), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 841112 (the code used for large turbojet 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 large turbojet 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 large turbojet engine
Brazil classifies large turbojet 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 large turbojet engine
What is the HS code for Large turbojet engine?
The HS code for Large turbojet engine is 841112 (Turbo-jets; of a thrust exceeding 25kN). The HS code for a turbo-jet engine with a thrust exceeding 25 kN is 8411.12.
How do I classify Large turbojet engine for customs?
Large turbojet engine is classified under HS code 841112 — Turbo-jets; of a thrust exceeding 25kN. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are turbofan engines classified under this code?
Yes, for the purposes of the Harmonized System, turbofan engines are treated as turbo-jets and are classified under 8411.11 or 8411.12 based on their thrust.
Which countries are the top exporters of large turbojet engine (HS 841112)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 841112 (the code used for large turbojet 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 large turbojet engine (HS 841112)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 841112 (the code used for large turbojet 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 Large turbojet engine the same in all countries?
The base HS code 841112 for Large turbojet 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 large turbojet engine in Brazil?
In Brazil, large turbojet engine (HS 841112) is classified under NCM 8411.12.00.