Product classification
HS code for Skydiving gear: 8804.00
Parachutes (including dirigible parachutes and paragliders) and rotochutes, parts thereof and accessories thereto.
Classification of skydiving gear under HS 8804.00
Skydiving gear, centered around the parachute assembly, is classified under HS code 8804.00. This code is part of Chapter 88, which encompasses aircraft, spacecraft, and their associated parts. The heading 8804 is unique because it covers parachutes of all types, including dirigible parachutes used in sport skydiving, paragliders, and even rotochutes. It also includes essential parts and accessories. The classification is determined by the equipment's specialized design for atmospheric descent and its role in aviation safety and sport. Because these items are highly regulated and engineered for specific aerodynamic performance, they are grouped with aircraft components rather than general textile products or sports equipment. This includes the canopy, the harness (if imported with the parachute), and the deployment mechanisms. The Harmonized System treats these as aeronautical equipment due to their technical complexity and the environment in which they operate, ensuring that safety-critical gear is tracked separately from standard consumer goods.
- Covers
- Dirigible parachutes for sport skydiving
- Emergency reserve parachutes
- Paragliders and powered paraglider canopies
- Pilot chutes and drogues
- Parachute harnesses and integrated container systems
- Rotochutes and parts thereof
- Also under 8804.00
- Para-Gear Equipment Company parachutes
- Ozone Paragliders
- Gin Gliders
- Charly Paragliding harnesses
- military cargo parachutes
Codes often confused with 8804.00
Common mistake. A common misclassification occurs when skydiving gear is placed under HS code 6307.90, which covers other made-up textile articles. While parachutes are made of textile materials, the specific heading 8804.00 takes precedence due to the functional nature of the product. Another frequent error is using HS code 9506.99, which is a general category for sports and outdoor games equipment. While skydiving is a sport, the international classification rules dictate that parachutes remain in Chapter 88 because they are considered aeronautical equipment. Importers must also be careful not to classify electronic automatic activation devices (AADs) under this code, as they may fall under Chapter 90 for instruments.
Top exporters and importers of HS 880400 (the code used for skydiving gear), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 880400 (the code used for skydiving gear) in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 36% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United Arab Emirates, with about 16% 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 880400, not only skydiving gear.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 United States $212M 36% of world exports
- 2 United Kingdom $60M 10% of world exports
- 3 France $51M 8.6% of world exports
World total: $595M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United Arab Emirates* ~$80M 16% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 United States $68M 13% of world imports
- 3 France $46M 8.9% of world imports
World total: $514M 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 code for skydiving gear
Brazil classifies skydiving gear under NCM 8804.00.00: HS 8804.00 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about skydiving gear
What is the HS code for Skydiving gear?
The HS code for Skydiving gear is 880400 (Parachutes (including dirigible parachutes and paragliders) and rotochutes; parts thereof and accessories thereto). The primary HS code for skydiving gear, specifically parachutes and their parts, is 8804.00.
How do I classify Skydiving gear for customs?
Skydiving gear is classified under HS code 880400 — Parachutes (including dirigible parachutes and paragliders) and rotochutes; parts thereof and accessories thereto. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include paragliders?
Yes, HS code 8804.00 explicitly includes paragliders as they are considered a form of dirigible parachute system.
Which countries are the top exporters of skydiving gear (HS 880400)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 880400 (the code used for skydiving gear) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($212M, 36% of world exports), the United Kingdom ($60M) and France ($51M). World exports came to about $595M, 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 skydiving gear (HS 880400)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 880400 (the code used for skydiving gear) in UN Comtrade data were the United Arab Emirates (about $80M, 16% of world imports), the United States ($68M) and France ($46M). World imports came to about $514M, 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 Skydiving gear the same in all countries?
The base HS code 880400 for Skydiving gear 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 skydiving gear in Brazil?
In Brazil, skydiving gear (HS 880400) is classified under NCM 8804.00.00.