Product classification
HS code for Playground equipment: 9506.99
Equipment for outdoor games and recreation n.e.c. in heading no. 9506.
Classification of playground equipment under HS 9506.99
Playground equipment is classified under HS code 9506.99. Heading 9506 covers articles and equipment for general physical exercise, gymnastics, athletics, other sports, or outdoor games. Because playground equipment—such as slides, swings, and climbing frames—is designed for outdoor recreation and physical activity but is not specifically listed in the other subheadings of 9506 (like 9506.91 for exercise equipment), it falls into the residual category 9506.99. This classification is based on the primary function of the equipment, which is to facilitate physical play and exercise. The Harmonized System classifies these items in Chapter 95, which deals with toys, games, and sports requisites. The materials used (wood, plastic, or metal) do not change the classification, as the functional use for outdoor recreation is the defining characteristic under the General Rules of Interpretation. This code applies to equipment found in public parks, schools, and residential gardens.
- Covers
- Outdoor swing sets
- Children's slides
- Climbing frames and jungle gyms
- See-saws and teeter-totters
- Merry-go-rounds for playgrounds
- Also under 9506.99
- Franklin Sports badminton sets
- Kettler outdoor games
- Wham-O Frisbees
- Coleman camping chairs
- GoSports cornhole sets
- Intex inflatable pools
Codes often confused with 9506.99
Common mistake. Playground equipment is frequently misclassified under HS code 9503.00, which covers toys. While intended for children, playground equipment is distinguished from toys by its scale, permanent installation, and use for physical exercise rather than mere amusement. Another common error is using HS code 9508.90, which covers fairground amusements and traveling circuses. However, 9508 is intended for commercial amusement park rides and attractions that are often motorized or part of a traveling show, whereas 9506.99 is for static equipment used for physical activity. Additionally, if the equipment is made of wood, some importers mistakenly look at Chapter 44, but Chapter 95 takes precedence for sports and recreation equipment.
Top exporters and importers of HS 950699 (the code used for playground equipment), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 950699 (the code used for playground equipment) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 40% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 26% 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 950699, not only playground equipment.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $3.1B 40% of world exports
- 2 United States $450M 5.8% of world exports
- 3 Germany $323M 4.2% of world exports
World total: $7.8B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $2.0B 26% of world imports
- 2 Canada $510M 6.5% of world imports
- 3 Germany $507M 6.5% of world imports
World total: $7.9B 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 playground equipment
Brazil classifies playground equipment under NCM 9506.99.00: HS 9506.99 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about playground equipment
What is the HS code for Playground equipment?
The HS code for Playground equipment is 950699 (Equipment for outdoor games and recreation n.e.c. in heading no. 9506). The HS code for most outdoor playground equipment, including swings and slides, is 9506.99.
How do I classify Playground equipment for customs?
Playground equipment is classified under HS code 950699 — Equipment for outdoor games and recreation n.e.c. in heading no. 9506. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is indoor soft play equipment classified under the same code?
Generally, yes, if the equipment is designed for physical exercise or active play, it falls under 9506.99, though smaller, non-fixed items might be classified as toys under 9503.00.
Which countries are the top exporters of playground equipment (HS 950699)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 950699 (the code used for playground equipment) in UN Comtrade data were China ($3.1B, 40% of world exports), the United States ($450M) and Germany ($323M). World exports came to about $7.8B, 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 playground equipment (HS 950699)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 950699 (the code used for playground equipment) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($2.0B, 26% of world imports), Canada ($510M) and Germany ($507M). World imports came to about $7.9B, 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 Playground equipment the same in all countries?
The base HS code 950699 for Playground equipment 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 playground equipment in Brazil?
In Brazil, playground equipment (HS 950699) is classified under NCM 9506.99.00.