Product classification
HS code for Small planes: 8802.20
Aeroplanes and other aircraft, except unmanned, of an unladen weight not exceeding 2000kg.
Classification of small planes under HS 8802.20
Small planes are classified under HS code 8802.20 because they fall within the category of powered aircraft with an unladen weight not exceeding 2,000 kg. The Harmonized System organizes aircraft primarily by their weight and propulsion type. For this specific code, the 'unladen weight' refers to the weight of the machine in normal flying order, excluding the weight of the crew, fuel, and equipment other than permanently fixed equipment. This classification is essential for distinguishing light general aviation aircraft from larger commercial or transport planes. The determination of weight is the primary factor for customs authorities to ensure the correct application of tariffs and safety regulations. These aircraft are typically used for private transport, flight training, or light agricultural work.
- Covers
- Single-engine piston aircraft
- Light twin-engine aircraft
- Powered gliders with an unladen weight under 2,000 kg
- Small private propeller planes
- Light sport aircraft (LSA)
- Training aircraft for flight schools
- Also under 8802.20
- Cessna 172 Skyhawk
- Piper PA-28 Cherokee
- Cirrus SR22
- Diamond DA40
- Tecnam P2002 Sierra
Codes often confused with 8802.20
Common mistake. Small planes are frequently misclassified under HS code 8802.30, which covers aircraft with an unladen weight exceeding 2,000 kg but not exceeding 15,000 kg. Importers often fail to verify the exact unladen weight from the manufacturer's technical specifications, leading to errors. Additionally, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) or drones are sometimes incorrectly placed here, but they should be classified under heading 8806. Gliders and hang gliders without motors are classified under 8803.
Top exporters and importers of HS 880220 (the code used for small planes), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 880220 (the code used for small planes) in UN Comtrade data was Austria, with 23% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Brazil, with 19% of world imports. The United States reports $152.8B of its chapter 88 exports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 880220, not only small planes.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Austria $172M 23% of world exports
- 2 Canada $117M 15% of world exports
- 3 Italy $92M 12% of world exports
The United States reports $152.8B of its chapter 88 exports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
World total: $764M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Brazil $203M 19% of world imports
- 2 United States $199M 19% of world imports
- 3 Canada $119M 11% of world imports
World total: $1.1B 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 codes for small planes
Brazil splits HS 8802.20 into 4 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 8802.20.10Propeller aeroplanes up to 2,000 kg unladen
- 8802.20.21Single-engine turboprops, unladen up to 2,000 kg
- 8802.20.22Multi-engine turboprops, unladen up to 2,000 kg
- 8802.20.90Other aircraft up to 2,000 kg unladen
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about small planes
What is the HS code for Small planes?
The HS code for Small planes is 880220 (Aeroplanes and other aircraft, except unmanned; of an unladen weight not exceeding 2000kg). The HS code for small planes with an unladen weight not exceeding 2,000 kg is 8802.20.
How do I classify Small planes for customs?
Small planes is classified under HS code 880220 — Aeroplanes and other aircraft, except unmanned; of an unladen weight not exceeding 2000kg. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include helicopters?
No, helicopters are classified separately under HS codes 8802.11 or 8802.12, depending on their unladen weight.
Which countries are the top exporters of small planes (HS 880220)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 880220 (the code used for small planes) in UN Comtrade data were Austria ($172M, 23% of world exports), Canada ($117M) and Italy ($92M). World exports came to about $764M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). The United States reports $152.8B of its chapter 88 exports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Which countries are the top importers of small planes (HS 880220)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 880220 (the code used for small planes) in UN Comtrade data were Brazil ($203M, 19% of world imports), the United States ($199M) and Canada ($119M). World imports came to about $1.1B, 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 Small planes the same in all countries?
The base HS code 880220 for Small planes 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 small planes in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 880220 into 4 NCM codes, so the right one for small planes depends on the product's details: 8802.20.10 (Propeller aeroplanes up to 2,000 kg unladen), 8802.20.21 (Single-engine turboprops, unladen up to 2,000 kg), 8802.20.22 (Multi-engine turboprops, unladen up to 2,000 kg), 8802.20.90 (Other aircraft up to 2,000 kg unladen).