Product classification
HS code for Prosthetic limbs: 9021.39
Artificial parts of the body, excluding artificial joints.
Classification of prosthetic limbs under HS 9021.39
Prosthetic limbs are classified under HS code 9021.39. Heading 9021 covers orthopedic appliances, including crutches, surgical belts, and trusses; splints and other fracture appliances; and artificial parts of the body. Subheading 9021.39 is a residual category for \"other\" artificial parts of the body, excluding artificial joints (which are 9021.31). This classification includes complete artificial legs, arms, hands, and feet, as well as the individual components designed specifically to be part of a prosthetic limb, such as pylons, sockets, and prosthetic knees. The classification logic is based on the function of the item as a replacement for a missing body part. These items are distinct from orthopedic braces that support an existing limb. Most jurisdictions provide duty-free treatment or reduced rates for these goods to support accessibility for persons with disabilities, making the 9021.39 code vital for humanitarian and medical trade. The materials used in modern prosthetics, such as carbon fiber, titanium, and advanced polymers, do not change the classification as long as the finished product or component is dedicated solely to use as an artificial limb. This code also covers myoelectric limbs and other high-tech prosthetic devices that incorporate sensors and motors to replicate natural movement.
- Covers
- Artificial legs and arms
- Prosthetic hands and feet
- Prosthetic knee joints (non-implantable)
- Sockets and pylons for prostheses
- Also under 9021.39
- Össur Pro-Flex LP Align
- Ottobock C-Leg 4
- Cochlear Nucleus System
- Mentor MemoryGel Breast Implants
- Edwards SAPIEN 3 Heart Valve
Codes often confused with 9021.39
Common mistake. Prosthetic limbs are often confused with HS code 9021.31, which is specifically for artificial joints (like hip or knee replacements that are surgically implanted). They are also sometimes misclassified under 9021.10, which covers orthopedic appliances like braces and splints that support but do not replace a limb.
Top exporters and importers of HS 902139 (the code used for prosthetic limbs), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 902139 (the code used for prosthetic limbs) in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 24% 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 902139, not only prosthetic limbs.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 United States $4.2B 24% of world exports
- 2 Netherlands $3.9B 22% of world exports
- 3 Costa Rica* ~$1.7B 9.5% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $17.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $5.3B 26% of world imports
- 2 Netherlands $2.8B 14% of world imports
- 3 Germany $1.2B 6.0% of world imports
World total: $20.3B 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 prosthetic limbs
Brazil splits HS 9021.39 into 8 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 9021.39.11Mechanical heart valves
- 9021.39.19Other heart valves
- 9021.39.20Intraocular lenses
- 9021.39.30Coated vascular artery prostheses
- 9021.39.40Non-implantable breast prostheses
- 9021.39.80Other artificial parts of the body
- 9021.39.91Parts of modular limb prostheses
- 9021.39.99Other parts and accessories of prostheses
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about prosthetic limbs
What is the HS code for Prosthetic limbs?
The HS code for Prosthetic limbs is 902139 (Artificial parts of the body; excluding artificial joints). The HS code for prosthetic limbs and their parts is 9021.39.
How do I classify Prosthetic limbs for customs?
Prosthetic limbs is classified under HS code 902139 — Artificial parts of the body; excluding artificial joints. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are components like prosthetic feet included in this code?
Yes, individual components specifically designed for artificial limbs are classified under 9021.39.
Which countries are the top exporters of prosthetic limbs (HS 902139)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 902139 (the code used for prosthetic limbs) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($4.2B, 24% of world exports), the Netherlands ($3.9B) and Costa Rica (about $1.7B). World exports came to about $17.6B, 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 prosthetic limbs (HS 902139)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 902139 (the code used for prosthetic limbs) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($5.3B, 26% of world imports), the Netherlands ($2.8B) and Germany ($1.2B). World imports came to about $20.3B, 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 Prosthetic limbs the same in all countries?
The base HS code 902139 for Prosthetic limbs 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 prosthetic limbs in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 902139 into 8 NCM codes, so the right one for prosthetic limbs depends on the product's details: 9021.39.11 (Mechanical heart valves), 9021.39.19 (Other heart valves), 9021.39.20 (Intraocular lenses), 9021.39.30 (Coated vascular artery prostheses), 9021.39.40 (Non-implantable breast prostheses), 9021.39.80 (Other artificial parts of the body), and more.