Product classification
HS code for Volleyballs: 9506.62
Balls, inflatable.
Classification of volleyballs under HS 9506.62
Volleyballs are classified under HS code 9506.62, which specifically covers inflatable balls used for sports and physical exercise. This classification is found within Chapter 95, which encompasses toys, games, and sports requisites. Heading 9506 is the primary category for articles and equipment for general physical exercise, gymnastics, athletics, other sports, or outdoor games. The determination for 9506.62 is based on the physical characteristic of the ball being inflatable. This distinguishes it from solid or liquid-filled balls. The Harmonized System Explanatory Notes (HSEN) for heading 9506 clarify that this includes balls of various materials, provided they are used for the sports described. For volleyballs, the construction typically involves a bladder—often made of butyl or latex—and a stitched or bonded outer shell made of synthetic leather, PVC, or genuine leather. The classification remains consistent regardless of whether the ball is designed for professional indoor competition, beach volleyball, or casual recreational use, as long as it meets the criteria of being an inflatable sports ball. The ball must also meet certain size and weight specifications to be considered sports equipment rather than a toy, typically having a circumference between 65 and 67 centimeters for standard play.
- Covers
- Indoor competition volleyballs
- Beach volleyballs
- Youth and training volleyballs
- Inflatable rubber volleyballs
- Water volleyballs for pool use
- Also under 9506.62
- Adidas Finale (soccer)
- Spalding NBA Official Game Ball (basketball)
- Mikasa MVA200 (volleyball)
- Nike Flight (soccer)
- Wilson NFL Official Game Ball (American football)
Codes often confused with 9506.62
Common mistake. Volleyballs are frequently misclassified under 9503.00, which covers general toys. This usually occurs when the ball is small or marketed as a children's plaything. However, if the ball is of a size and construction suitable for sport, 9506.62 is correct. Another common error is using 9506.69, which is for "other" balls. This code is only for non-inflatable balls, such as those used for cricket or golf. Since volleyballs require an internal air bladder, 9506.62 is the specific requirement.
Top exporters and importers of HS 950662 (the code used for volleyballs), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 950662 (the code used for volleyballs) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 45% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 18% 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 950662, not only volleyballs.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $763M 45% of world exports
- 2 Pakistan $249M 15% of world exports
- 3 Vietnam* ~$168M 9.8% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $1.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $276M 18% of world imports
- 2 Germany $129M 8.3% of world imports
- 3 France $86M 5.6% of world imports
World total: $1.5B 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 volleyballs
Brazil classifies volleyballs under NCM 9506.62.00: HS 9506.62 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about volleyballs
What is the HS code for Volleyballs?
The HS code for Volleyballs is 950662 (Balls; inflatable). The primary HS code for inflatable volleyballs is 9506.62. This applies to both professional and recreational versions.
How do I classify Volleyballs for customs?
Volleyballs is classified under HS code 950662 — Balls; inflatable. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are beach volleyballs classified differently than indoor volleyballs?
No, both beach and indoor volleyballs are classified under 9506.62 because they share the same essential characteristic of being inflatable sports balls.
Which countries are the top exporters of volleyballs (HS 950662)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 950662 (the code used for volleyballs) in UN Comtrade data were China ($763M, 45% of world exports), Pakistan ($249M) and Vietnam (about $168M). World exports came to about $1.7B, 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 volleyballs (HS 950662)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 950662 (the code used for volleyballs) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($276M, 18% of world imports), Germany ($129M) and France ($86M). World imports came to about $1.5B, 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 Volleyballs the same in all countries?
The base HS code 950662 for Volleyballs 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 volleyballs in Brazil?
In Brazil, volleyballs (HS 950662) is classified under NCM 9506.62.00.