Product classification
HS code for Snowmobile: 8703.10
Vehicles, specially designed for travelling on snow, golf cars and similar vehicles.
Classification of snowmobile under HS 8703.10
Snowmobiles are classified under HS code 8703.10. This code is situated within Chapter 87, which encompasses vehicles other than railway or tramway rolling-stock. Heading 8703 specifically covers motor cars and other motor vehicles principally designed for the transport of persons. Sub-heading 8703.10 is a specialized category for vehicles designed for traveling on snow, as well as golf cars and similar vehicles. The classification is based on the vehicle's mechanical design, which typically includes a track system for propulsion and skis for steering. This specialized construction distinguishes snowmobiles from standard all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) or passenger cars. The classification applies to all motorized snow vehicles intended for personal transport, regardless of engine displacement or whether they are used for recreation or utility work.
- Covers
- Motorized snowmobiles
- Snow-scooters
- Motorized sleds for person transport
- Electric snowmobiles
- Also under 8703.10
- Polaris Indy
- Yamaha Sidewinder
- Club Car Precedent
- E-Z-GO Express
- Ski-Doo
- Arctic Cat M8000
Codes often confused with 8703.10
Common mistake. Snowmobiles are often misclassified under 8703.21 or 8703.31, which are codes for standard internal combustion engine passenger vehicles. Another common error is attempting to classify them under 9506.99 as general sports equipment; however, because they are motorized vehicles for transport, Chapter 87 takes precedence over Chapter 95. Furthermore, heavy-duty snow groomers are not classified here; they fall under 8429 or 8705 depending on their specific function.
Top exporters and importers of HS 870310 (the code used for snowmobile), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 870310 (the code used for snowmobile) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 64% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 35% 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 870310, not only snowmobile.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $2.5B 64% of world exports
- 2 United States $473M 12% of world exports
- 3 Canada $242M 6.2% of world exports
World total: $3.9B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $994M 35% of world imports
- 2 Canada $380M 13% of world imports
- 3 Russia* ~$217M 7.6% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $2.9B 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 snowmobile
Brazil classifies snowmobile under NCM 8703.10.00: HS 8703.10 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about snowmobile
What is the HS code for Snowmobile?
The HS code for Snowmobile is 870310 (Vehicles; specially designed for travelling on snow, golf cars and similar vehicles). The HS code for a snowmobile is 8703.10.
How do I classify Snowmobile for customs?
Snowmobile is classified under HS code 870310 — Vehicles; specially designed for travelling on snow, golf cars and similar vehicles. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include off-road ATVs?
No, standard off-road ATVs are generally classified under other sub-headings of 8703, such as 8703.21, unless they are specifically designed for snow travel with tracks and skis as their primary means of movement.
Which countries are the top exporters of snowmobile (HS 870310)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 870310 (the code used for snowmobile) in UN Comtrade data were China ($2.5B, 64% of world exports), the United States ($473M) and Canada ($242M). World exports came to about $3.9B, 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 snowmobile (HS 870310)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 870310 (the code used for snowmobile) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($994M, 35% of world imports), Canada ($380M) and Russia (about $217M). World imports came to about $2.9B, 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.
Is the HS code for Snowmobile the same in all countries?
The base HS code 870310 for Snowmobile 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 snowmobile in Brazil?
In Brazil, snowmobile (HS 870310) is classified under NCM 8703.10.00.