Product classification
HS code for River rapids rides: 9508.25
Amusement park rides and water park amusements, water rides.
Classification of river rapids rides under HS 9508.25
River rapids rides are classified under HS code 9508.25. This classification falls within Chapter 95, which covers toys, games, and sports equipment. Specifically, heading 9508 covers traveling circuses and traveling menageries, amusement park rides, and water park amusements. Subheading 9508.25 was introduced in recent nomenclature updates to specifically categorize water rides. These are complex mechanical systems designed for entertainment, typically involving a water channel, pumps to create a current, and specialized vehicles or rafts. The classification is based on the product's nature as a permanent or semi-permanent amusement park installation designed for water-based recreation rather than as a standard vessel or general construction project.
- Covers
- River rapids ride systems
- Log flumes
- Water chutes
- Splashdown rides
- Artificial white-water rafting courses for amusement
- Also under 9508.25
- WhiteWater West AquaLoop
- ProSlide Technology Mammoth River
- Schlitterbahn Blaster (water coaster)
- Polin Waterparks King Cobra
- Vekoma Splash Battle
Codes often confused with 9508.25
Common mistake. River rapids rides are often misclassified under 9508.24, which is the code for roller coasters, or 9508.29, which covers other amusement park rides. Before the specific water ride code 9508.25 was established, these were often grouped generally. They should also not be confused with 8903, which covers yachts and other vessels for pleasure or sports, as the rafts in a rapids ride are part of a captive mechanical system.
Top exporters and importers of HS 950825 (the code used for river rapids rides), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 950825 (the code used for river rapids rides) in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 62% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 30% 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 950825, not only river rapids rides.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $32M 62% of world exports
- 2 Netherlands $8.6M 17% of world exports
- 3 Italy $5.4M 10% of world exports
World total: $52M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $16M 30% of world imports
- 2 China $9.2M 17% of world imports
- 3 Israel $6.0M 11% of world imports
World total: $53M 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 river rapids rides
Brazil classifies river rapids rides under NCM 9508.25.00: HS 9508.25 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about river rapids rides
What is the HS code for River rapids rides?
The HS code for River rapids rides is 950825 (Amusement park rides and water park amusements; water rides). The HS code for river rapids rides and similar water park amusements is 9508.25.
How do I classify River rapids rides for customs?
River rapids rides is classified under HS code 950825 — Amusement park rides and water park amusements; water rides. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are the pumps for these rides classified under this code?
If the pumps are imported separately, they are classified under 8413. If they are part of a complete, knocked-down ride system, they may be included in 9508.25.
Which countries are the top exporters of river rapids rides (HS 950825)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 950825 (the code used for river rapids rides) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($32M, 62% of world exports), the Netherlands ($8.6M) and Italy ($5.4M). World exports came to about $52M, 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 river rapids rides (HS 950825)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 950825 (the code used for river rapids rides) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($16M, 30% of world imports), China ($9.2M) and Israel ($6.0M). World imports came to about $53M, 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 River rapids rides the same in all countries?
The base HS code 950825 for River rapids rides 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 river rapids rides in Brazil?
In Brazil, river rapids rides (HS 950825) is classified under NCM 9508.25.00.