Product classification
HS code for Tennis racquets: 9506.51
Lawn-tennis rackets, whether or not strung.
Classification of tennis racquets under HS 9506.51
Tennis racquets are classified under HS code 9506.51. This classification is found in Chapter 95, which covers toys, games, and sports requisites. Heading 9506 is the broad category for articles and equipment for general physical exercise, gymnastics, athletics, other sports, or outdoor games. Within this heading, the 9506.5x series is dedicated to rackets for tennis, badminton, or similar sports. Subheading 9506.51 is specifically for \"lawn-tennis rackets.\" According to the Explanatory Notes, this classification applies regardless of the material of the frame (e.g., aluminum, carbon fiber, graphite, or wood) and regardless of whether the racquet is imported strung or unstrung. The term \"lawn-tennis\" is the traditional nomenclature used in the HS to distinguish standard tennis from other racquet sports like squash or table tennis. The classification remains the same for professional-grade equipment and recreational racquets intended for adults or children, provided they are not clearly toys.
- Covers
- Strung lawn-tennis racquets
- Unstrung tennis racquet frames
- Professional carbon-fiber tennis racquets
- Aluminum recreational tennis racquets
- Junior-sized tennis racquets for competitive play
- 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. The most common misclassification for tennis racquets is using HS code 9506.59, which is the residual category for \"other\" rackets, such as those for badminton, squash, or racquetball. Another error occurs with table tennis paddles, which are classified under 9506.40. Occasionally, very small, lightweight plastic racquets sold in toy stores may be classified as toys under 9503.00, though most functional sports equipment remains in 9506. Additionally, separate shipments of tennis strings (gut or synthetic) are not classified here; they are classified by material, such as 5404 for synthetic monofilament or 4206 for catgut.
Top exporters and importers of HS 950651 (the code used for tennis racquets), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 950651 (the code used for tennis racquets) 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 racquets.
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 racquets
Brazil classifies tennis racquets 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 racquets
What is the HS code for Tennis racquets?
The HS code for Tennis racquets is 950651 (Lawn-tennis rackets; whether or not strung). The specific HS code for lawn-tennis racquets, whether strung or unstrung, is 9506.51.
How do I classify Tennis racquets for customs?
Tennis racquets is classified under HS code 950651 — Lawn-tennis rackets; whether or not strung. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are the strings included in the racquet's HS code?
If the racquet is imported already strung, the entire unit is classified under 9506.51. If strings are imported separately, they are classified under their respective material codes.
Which countries are the top exporters of tennis racquets (HS 950651)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 950651 (the code used for tennis racquets) 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 racquets (HS 950651)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 950651 (the code used for tennis racquets) 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 racquets the same in all countries?
The base HS code 950651 for Tennis racquets 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 racquets in Brazil?
In Brazil, tennis racquets (HS 950651) is classified under NCM 9506.51.00.