Product classification
HS code for Monopod: 9620.00
Monopods, bipods, tripods and similar articles.
Classification of monopod under HS 9620.00
Monopods are classified under HS code 9620.00. This heading was specifically introduced in the 2017 HS nomenclature to provide a dedicated category for monopods, bipods, tripods, and similar articles. Prior to this, these items were classified based on their constituent material (e.g., plastic, aluminum, or carbon fiber). Under current rules, the material composition is irrelevant to the primary classification; the functional design as a support for cameras, smartphones, or other instruments dictates the code. This heading follows GIR 1, as the terms of the heading explicitly name these articles. The classification covers a wide range of supports, from professional photography equipment to consumer-grade selfie sticks that function as monopods. It is important to note that this code applies regardless of whether the monopod is imported with or without a mounting head, provided it retains the essential character of a support stand.
- Covers
- Camera monopods
- Telescopic monopods for smartphones
- Selfie sticks (without integrated electronics)
- Bipods for firearms or cameras
- Tripods for surveying instruments
- Also under 9620.00
- Manfrotto Befree Advanced Tripod
- Joby GorillaPod
- Vanguard VEO 3GO
- Harris Bipod
- Peak Design Travel Tripod
Codes often confused with 9620.00
Common mistake. Before the creation of 9620.00, monopods were often classified under 7616 (aluminum articles) or 3926 (plastic articles). Some importers still mistakenly use these material-based codes. Another common error is classifying a monopod with integrated Bluetooth controls as a part of a phone or camera under 8529 or 8517. However, the World Customs Organization (WCO) generally directs these to 9620.00 unless the electronic component changes the essential character of the device.
Top exporters and importers of HS 962000 (the code used for monopod), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 962000 (the code used for monopod) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 59% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 9.8% 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 962000, not only monopod.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $635M 59% of world exports
- 2 Germany $71M 6.6% of world exports
- 3 Italy $61M 5.7% of world exports
World total: $1.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $83M 9.8% of world imports
- 2 Netherlands $72M 8.4% of world imports
- 3 United States $66M 7.7% of world imports
World total: $853M 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 monopod
Brazil classifies monopod under NCM 9620.00.00: HS 9620.00 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about monopod
What is the HS code for Monopod?
The HS code for Monopod is 962000 (Monopods, bipods, tripods and similar articles).
How do I classify Monopod for customs?
Monopod is classified under HS code 962000 — Monopods, bipods, tripods and similar articles. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the HS code for a selfie stick?
Most selfie sticks are classified as monopods under HS code 9620.00.
Does 9620.00 include heavy-duty tripods?
Yes, 9620.00 covers monopods, bipods, and tripods of all sizes and weight capacities, provided they are designed to support equipment.
Which countries are the top exporters of monopod (HS 962000)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 962000 (the code used for monopod) in UN Comtrade data were China ($635M, 59% of world exports), Germany ($71M) and Italy ($61M). World exports came to about $1.1B, 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 monopod (HS 962000)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 962000 (the code used for monopod) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($83M, 9.8% of world imports), the Netherlands ($72M) and the United States ($66M). World imports came to about $853M, 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 Monopod the same in all countries?
The base HS code 962000 for Monopod 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 monopod in Brazil?
In Brazil, monopod (HS 962000) is classified under NCM 9620.00.00.