Product classification
HS code for Table tennis paddles: 9506.40
Table-tennis articles and equipment.
Classification of table tennis paddles under HS 9506.40
Table tennis paddles, also known as bats or rackets, are classified under HS code 9506.40. Chapter 95 covers "Toys, games and sports requisites," and heading 9506 is dedicated to articles and equipment for general physical exercise, gymnastics, athletics, other sports, or outdoor games. Subheading 9506.40 specifically addresses table-tennis articles and equipment. This classification is determined by the intended use of the product in a recognized sport. Even though a paddle consists of wood and rubber, its identity as a specialized piece of sports equipment takes precedence over its material components under GRI 3(a), which states that the most specific description should be used. The classification covers the complete assembly, including the blade and the rubber sheets attached to it. This code is used globally to track the trade of equipment for both professional and recreational table tennis, ensuring that sports-specific goods are separated from general wooden or rubber articles.
- Covers
- Table tennis bats (paddles)
- Table tennis rackets
- Table tennis balls
- Table tennis tables (even if foldable)
- Table tennis net posts and nets
- Also under 9506.40
- Butterfly Centrefold 25 Table
- STIGA Pro Carbon Racket
- JOOLA Inside 15 Table
- DHS Hurricane 3 Rubber
- Donic Waldner Legend Carbon
Codes often confused with 9506.40
Common mistake. Paddles are sometimes incorrectly classified under 4417.00 as wooden tools or 4421.99 as other articles of wood. This is incorrect because the functional identity as sports equipment under Chapter 95 is more specific. Another common error is classifying the rubber sheets used on the paddle faces under 4008.21 (plates, sheets, and strip of non-cellular rubber). While the rubber itself falls there when sold in bulk, the complete paddle is always 9506.40. Similarly, toy paddles for children that do not meet sport standards might occasionally be confused with 9503.00.
Top exporters and importers of HS 950640 (the code used for table tennis paddles), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 950640 (the code used for table tennis paddles) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 40% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 9.9% 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 950640, not only table tennis paddles.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $147M 40% of world exports
- 2 Germany $51M 14% of world exports
- 3 Japan $43M 12% of world exports
World total: $369M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $37M 9.9% of world imports
- 2 Germany $36M 9.8% of world imports
- 3 China $33M 9.0% of world imports
World total: $371M 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 table tennis paddles
Brazil classifies table tennis paddles under NCM 9506.40.00: HS 9506.40 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about table tennis paddles
What is the HS code for Table tennis paddles?
The HS code for Table tennis paddles is 950640 (Table-tennis articles and equipment). The HS code for table tennis paddles (bats) is 9506.40.
How do I classify Table tennis paddles for customs?
Table tennis paddles is classified under HS code 950640 — Table-tennis articles and equipment. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include the table itself?
Yes, HS code 9506.40 covers all table-tennis articles and equipment, including the tables, nets, and balls.
Which countries are the top exporters of table tennis paddles (HS 950640)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 950640 (the code used for table tennis paddles) in UN Comtrade data were China ($147M, 40% of world exports), Germany ($51M) and Japan ($43M). World exports came to about $369M, 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 table tennis paddles (HS 950640)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 950640 (the code used for table tennis paddles) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($37M, 9.9% of world imports), Germany ($36M) and China ($33M). World imports came to about $371M, 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 Table tennis paddles the same in all countries?
The base HS code 950640 for Table tennis paddles 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 table tennis paddles in Brazil?
In Brazil, table tennis paddles (HS 950640) is classified under NCM 9506.40.00.