Product classification
HS code for Merry-go-rounds: 9508.22
Amusement park rides and water park amusements, carousels, swings and roundabouts.
Classification of merry-go-rounds under HS 9508.22
Merry-go-rounds, also known as carousels, are classified under HS code 9508.22. Chapter 95 covers toys, games, and sports requisites, as well as fairground amusements. Heading 9508 was significantly updated in recent HS nomenclature versions to better categorize amusement park and water park rides. Subheading 9508.22 specifically identifies carousels, swings, and roundabouts. These are defined as fairground amusements designed to carry passengers in a circular or oscillating motion. The classification includes the mechanical components, the platform, and the decorative elements (such as horses or carriages) that constitute the ride. To fall under this code, the equipment must be of a scale intended for amusement parks or fairgrounds. The classification remains the same whether the ride is stationary or designed to be part of a traveling circus. It excludes equipment that is primarily for exercise or sports, which would fall under heading 9506.
- Covers
- Amusement park carousels
- Fairground merry-go-rounds
- Mechanical roundabouts for parks
- Fairground swings (large scale)
- Traveling carousel rides
- Also under 9508.22
- Zamperla Wave Swinger
- Chance Rides Carousel
- Huss Park Attractions Troika
- Mondial Top Scan
- SBF Visa Group Swing Tower
Codes often confused with 9508.22
Common mistake. Merry-go-rounds are often misclassified under 9503.00 if they are small, coin-operated rides intended for children in shopping malls, which are treated as toys. Another misclassification is 7308.90, which covers steel structures; however, if the item is a functional amusement ride, 9508.22 takes precedence. Roller coasters are classified separately under 9508.21, and water park rides fall under 9508.30.
Top exporters and importers of HS 950822 (the code used for merry-go-rounds), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 950822 (the code used for merry-go-rounds) in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 56% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 13% 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 950822, not only merry-go-rounds.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Italy $146M 56% of world exports
- 2 Germany $31M 12% of world exports
- 3 China $17M 6.5% of world exports
World total: $262M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $26M 13% of world imports
- 2 Saudi Arabia $16M 7.7% of world imports
- 3 Russia* ~$15M 7.1% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $205M 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 codes for merry-go-rounds
Brazil splits HS 9508.22 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 9508.22.10Carousels under 16 m in diameter
- 9508.22.90Other carousels, swings and roundabouts
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about merry-go-rounds
What is the HS code for Merry-go-rounds?
The HS code for Merry-go-rounds is 950822 (Amusement park rides and water park amusements; carousels, swings and roundabouts). The HS code for merry-go-rounds, carousels, and roundabouts used in amusement parks is 9508.22.
How do I classify Merry-go-rounds for customs?
Merry-go-rounds is classified under HS code 950822 — Amusement park rides and water park amusements; carousels, swings and roundabouts. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are playground sets classified under this code?
No, standard non-mechanical playground equipment like slides or seesaws is typically classified under 9506.91 or 9508.40 depending on the specific design and park context.
Which countries are the top exporters of merry-go-rounds (HS 950822)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 950822 (the code used for merry-go-rounds) in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($146M, 56% of world exports), Germany ($31M) and China ($17M). World exports came to about $262M, 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 merry-go-rounds (HS 950822)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 950822 (the code used for merry-go-rounds) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($26M, 13% of world imports), Saudi Arabia ($16M) and Russia (about $15M). World imports came to about $205M, 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 Merry-go-rounds the same in all countries?
The base HS code 950822 for Merry-go-rounds 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 merry-go-rounds in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 950822 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for merry-go-rounds depends on the product's details: 9508.22.10 (Carousels under 16 m in diameter), 9508.22.90 (Other carousels, swings and roundabouts).