Product classification
HS code for Parachutes: 8804.00
Parachutes (including dirigible parachutes and paragliders) and rotochutes, parts thereof and accessories thereto.
Classification of parachutes under HS 8804.00
Parachutes and their associated equipment are classified under HS code 8804.00. This heading is comprehensive, covering all types of parachutes regardless of the material they are made from (usually synthetic textiles like nylon) or their specific application. The classification is based on the functional identity of the product as an aeronautical descent device. This includes not only traditional personnel parachutes but also those used for cargo, decelerating aircraft (drogue chutes), or sporting activities like paragliding. Parts and accessories, such as harnesses, pilot chutes, and deployment bags, are also included under this single heading. The Harmonized System places these items in Chapter 88 (Aircraft, spacecraft, and parts thereof) because they are essential components of aviation safety and aerial delivery systems. The material composition (textile) is secondary to the specialized aeronautical function of the finished article.
- Covers
- Personnel parachutes for skydiving
- Emergency ejection parachutes
- Cargo and supply drop parachutes
- Paragliders and dirigible parachutes
- Drogue parachutes for aircraft braking
- Rotochutes and parachute parts
- Also under 8804.00
- Para-Gear Equipment Company parachutes
- Ozone Paragliders
- Gin Gliders
- Charly Paragliding harnesses
- military cargo parachutes
Codes often confused with 8804.00
Common mistake. Parachutes are sometimes misclassified under 6307.90, which covers other made-up textile articles. However, because they are specialized aeronautical equipment, Chapter 88 takes precedence. They may also be confused with 9503.00 if they are small-scale toy parachutes intended for children, which do not meet the functional standards of 8804.
Top exporters and importers of HS 880400 (the code used for parachutes), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 880400 (the code used for parachutes) in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 36% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United Arab Emirates, with about 16% 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 880400, not only parachutes.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 United States $212M 36% of world exports
- 2 United Kingdom $60M 10% of world exports
- 3 France $51M 8.6% of world exports
World total: $595M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United Arab Emirates* ~$80M 16% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 United States $68M 13% of world imports
- 3 France $46M 8.9% of world imports
World total: $514M 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 code for parachutes
Brazil classifies parachutes under NCM 8804.00.00: HS 8804.00 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about parachutes
What is the HS code for Parachutes?
The HS code for Parachutes is 880400 (Parachutes (including dirigible parachutes and paragliders) and rotochutes; parts thereof and accessories thereto). The universal HS code for parachutes and their parts and accessories is 8804.00.
How do I classify Parachutes for customs?
Parachutes is classified under HS code 880400 — Parachutes (including dirigible parachutes and paragliders) and rotochutes; parts thereof and accessories thereto. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are paragliders classified as parachutes?
Yes, paragliders are specifically mentioned in the description for HS code 8804.00 and are classified there.
Which countries are the top exporters of parachutes (HS 880400)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 880400 (the code used for parachutes) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($212M, 36% of world exports), the United Kingdom ($60M) and France ($51M). World exports came to about $595M, 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 parachutes (HS 880400)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 880400 (the code used for parachutes) in UN Comtrade data were the United Arab Emirates (about $80M, 16% of world imports), the United States ($68M) and France ($46M). World imports came to about $514M, 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 Parachutes the same in all countries?
The base HS code 880400 for Parachutes 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 parachutes in Brazil?
In Brazil, parachutes (HS 880400) is classified under NCM 8804.00.00.