Product classification
HS code for Tennis rackets: 9506.51
Lawn-tennis rackets, whether or not strung.
Classification of tennis rackets under HS 9506.51
Tennis rackets are classified under HS code 9506.51. This classification falls within Chapter 95, which covers toys, games, and sports requisites. Specifically, heading 9506 applies to articles and equipment for general physical exercise, gymnastics, athletics, other sports, or outdoor games. Within this heading, the 51 subheading is dedicated exclusively to lawn-tennis rackets. The classification is determined by the primary function of the item as a piece of sports equipment designed for the specific game of lawn tennis. Whether the racket is imported with strings already installed or as a bare frame (unstrung), it remains under this code because the essential character of the product is that of a tennis racket. The material composition—whether carbon fiber, graphite, aluminum, or wood—does not change the primary classification, provided it is designed for lawn tennis. The General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) dictate that products are classified based on their finished state; thus, a racket frame that is substantially complete is treated as the finished racket.
- Covers
- Professional carbon fiber tennis rackets
- Aluminum recreational tennis rackets
- Unstrung tennis racket frames
- Junior and child-sized lawn-tennis rackets
- Wooden vintage-style tennis rackets
- Also under 9506.51
- Wilson Blade 98
- Babolat Pure Aero
- Head Speed Pro
- Yonex EZONE 98
- Prince Textreme Tour 100
Codes often confused with 9506.51
Common mistake. Tennis rackets are frequently confused with other racket sports equipment under HS code 9506.59, which covers badminton, squash, and racquetball equipment. While they appear similar, lawn-tennis rackets are specifically carved out into their own subheading (9506.51). Additionally, table tennis paddles must be classified under 9506.40, as they are considered distinct from lawn-tennis equipment. Importers must also distinguish between the racket itself and separate strings; if strings are imported in bulk or as separate sets not attached to a frame, they may fall under 5404 or 5607 depending on the material.
Top exporters and importers of HS 950651 (the code used for tennis rackets), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 950651 (the code used for tennis rackets) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 19% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 15% 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 950651, not only tennis rackets.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $54M 19% of world exports
- 2 Germany $53M 19% of world exports
- 3 France $45M 16% of world exports
World total: $280M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $56M 15% of world imports
- 2 France $41M 11% of world imports
- 3 Germany $29M 7.6% of world imports
World total: $374M 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 tennis rackets
Brazil classifies tennis rackets under NCM 9506.51.00: HS 9506.51 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about tennis rackets
What is the HS code for Tennis rackets?
The HS code for Tennis rackets is 950651 (Lawn-tennis rackets; whether or not strung). The specific HS code for lawn-tennis rackets, whether they are strung or unstrung, is 9506.51.
How do I classify Tennis rackets for customs?
Tennis rackets is classified under HS code 950651 — Lawn-tennis rackets; whether or not strung. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does the HS code change if the racket is made of titanium?
No, the material composition does not change the classification. As long as the item is a racket designed for lawn tennis, it remains under 9506.51 regardless of whether it is made of wood, aluminum, graphite, or titanium.
Which countries are the top exporters of tennis rackets (HS 950651)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 950651 (the code used for tennis rackets) in UN Comtrade data were China ($54M, 19% of world exports), Germany ($53M) and France ($45M). World exports came to about $280M, 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 tennis rackets (HS 950651)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 950651 (the code used for tennis rackets) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($56M, 15% of world imports), France ($41M) and Germany ($29M). World imports came to about $374M, 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 Tennis rackets the same in all countries?
The base HS code 950651 for Tennis rackets 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 tennis rackets in Brazil?
In Brazil, tennis rackets (HS 950651) is classified under NCM 9506.51.00.