Product classification
HS code for Radar system: 8526.10
Radar apparatus.
Classification of radar system under HS 8526.10
Radar systems are classified under HS code 852610 because they function as apparatus that utilize radio waves to determine the range, angle, or velocity of objects. This specific classification falls under the broader heading for radio navigational aid apparatus and radio remote control apparatus. The primary technical characteristic that defines this classification is the emission of radio signals and the subsequent detection of their reflections to map surroundings or track movement. Whether used for maritime navigation, aviation safety, or meteorological monitoring, the core technology remains the same, placing it firmly within this subheading. The classification is determined by the General Rules for the Interpretation (GRI) of the Harmonized System, specifically focusing on the functional nature of the electronic components that facilitate radio detection and ranging.
- Covers
- Marine navigation radar systems
- Air traffic control radar
- Weather monitoring radar apparatus
- Ground-based surveillance radar
- Speed detection radar (police radar guns)
- Secondary surveillance radar (SSR)
- Also under 8526.10
- Raytheon AN/SPY-6
- Garmin GMR Fantom
- Bosch LRR4
- Vaisala WRM200
- Thales SMART-L
Codes often confused with 8526.10
Common mistake. Radar systems are frequently confused with HS code 852691, which covers radio navigational aid apparatus such as GPS receivers or radio beacons. While radar is often used for navigation, 852610 is reserved specifically for equipment using the radar principle (reflection of radio waves). Another common error is classifying radar under 9015, which covers surveying or hydrographic instruments; however, if the device operates via radio waves for detection, 852610 takes precedence over Chapter 90.
Top exporters and importers of HS 852610 (the code used for radar system), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 852610 (the code used for radar system) in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 19% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 17% 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 852610, not only radar system.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $1.7B 19% of world exports
- 2 United States $1.1B 12% of world exports
- 3 Israel $652M 7.3% of world exports
World total: $8.9B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $1.5B 17% of world imports
- 2 Germany $877M 10% of world imports
- 3 Japan $714M 8.3% of world imports
World total: $8.6B 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 radar system
Brazil classifies radar system under NCM 8526.10.00: HS 8526.10 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about radar system
What is the HS code for Radar system?
The HS code for Radar system is 852610 (Radar apparatus). The primary HS code for a radar system is 852610, which specifically covers radar apparatus.
How do I classify Radar system for customs?
Radar system is classified under HS code 852610 — Radar apparatus. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is Lidar classified under the same code as Radar?
No, Lidar systems are generally classified under HS code 9015.10 or 9015.80 because they utilize light (laser) rather than radio waves for detection and ranging.
Which countries are the top exporters of radar system (HS 852610)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 852610 (the code used for radar system) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($1.7B, 19% of world exports), the United States ($1.1B) and Israel ($652M). World exports came to about $8.9B, 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.
Which countries are the top importers of radar system (HS 852610)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 852610 (the code used for radar system) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($1.5B, 17% of world imports), Germany ($877M) and Japan ($714M). World imports came to about $8.6B, 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.
Is the HS code for Radar system the same in all countries?
The base HS code 852610 for Radar system 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 radar system in Brazil?
In Brazil, radar system (HS 852610) is classified under NCM 8526.10.00.