Product classification
HS code for Pool table: 9504.20
Billiard articles and accessories of all kinds.
Classification of pool table under HS 9504.20
The classification of pool tables under HS code 9504.20 is determined by their specific design as equipment for parlor games. According to the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) 1, classification is determined by the terms of the headings and any relative section or chapter notes. Chapter 95 covers "Toys, games and sports requisites; parts and accessories thereof." Heading 9504 specifically includes articles for funfair, table or parlor games, including pinball machines, bagatelle, billiards, and special tables for casino games. Subheading 9504.20 is dedicated to "Billiard articles and accessories of all kinds." This classification is mandatory even if the pool table is constructed with high-quality wood that might otherwise resemble furniture. Chapter Note 1(l) to Chapter 94 (Furniture) explicitly excludes articles of Chapter 95, ensuring that game tables are not classified as general furniture under 9403. The scope of 9504.20 is broad, encompassing the table itself—whether it is a full-sized slate table or a portable folding version—as well as the essential accessories required to play the game.
- Covers
- Full-sized slate pool tables
- Snooker tables and carom tables
- Billiard cues and cue tips
- Billiard balls (sets or individual)
- Chalk for cues and cue racks
- Mechanical bridges and rake heads
- Table brushes and specialized felt covers
- Also under 9504.20
- Brunswick billiard tables
- Aramith pool balls
- Predator cues
- Simonis cloth
- Master chalk
- McDermott cues
Codes often confused with 9504.20
Common mistake. A frequent point of confusion involves HS code 9403.60, which covers other wooden furniture. Importers may mistakenly classify pool tables as furniture because of their wooden construction and size. However, Chapter 94 Note 1(l) explicitly excludes articles of Chapter 95. Another common error is using 9504.90, which is a "basket" category for other games. Since 9504.20 specifically names billiards, it must take precedence according to GRI 3(a), which states that the most specific description shall be preferred over a general one. Additionally, electronic pool tables with digital scoring might be confused with 9504.50 (video game consoles), but if the physical game of billiards is the primary function, 9504.20 remains correct.
Top exporters and importers of HS 950420 (the code used for pool table), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 950420 (the code used for pool table) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 55% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 18% 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 950420, not only pool table.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $260M 55% of world exports
- 2 United States $36M 7.6% of world exports
- 3 Belgium $31M 6.5% of world exports
World total: $471M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $68M 18% of world imports
- 2 China $37M 9.9% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $25M 6.8% of world imports
World total: $372M 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 pool table
Brazil classifies pool table under NCM 9504.20.00: HS 9504.20 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about pool table
What is the HS code for Pool table?
The HS code for Pool table is 950420 (Billiard articles and accessories of all kinds). The primary HS code for a pool table is 9504.20. This code is part of the international Harmonized System and is used by customs authorities worldwide to identify billiard tables and their associated accessories, including cues and balls.
How do I classify Pool table for customs?
Pool table is classified under HS code 950420 — Billiard articles and accessories of all kinds. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are pool table accessories classified separately?
While cues and balls can be classified under 9504.20 as accessories, if they are shipped separately from a table, they still fall under this same subheading. However, generic items like table lights or room furniture (stools) would fall under Chapter 94.
Which countries are the top exporters of pool table (HS 950420)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 950420 (the code used for pool table) in UN Comtrade data were China ($260M, 55% of world exports), the United States ($36M) and Belgium ($31M). World exports came to about $471M, 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 pool table (HS 950420)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 950420 (the code used for pool table) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($68M, 18% of world imports), China ($37M) and the United Kingdom ($25M). World imports came to about $372M, 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 Pool table the same in all countries?
The base HS code 950420 for Pool table 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 pool table in Brazil?
In Brazil, pool table (HS 950420) is classified under NCM 9504.20.00.