What is the difference between HS-6 880211 and 880212?

HS-6 880211 covers helicopters with an unladen weight not exceeding 2,000 kg, while HS-6 880212 is for those exceeding 2,000 kg.

How do I classify an aeroplane weighing 10,000 kg?

You would use HS-6 880230, which is for aeroplanes exceeding 2,000 kg but not more than 15,000 kg.

Is there a specific code for spacecraft?

Yes, spacecraft including satellites are classified under HS-6 880260.

What if my helicopter is unmanned?

Unmanned helicopters fall under HS-6 8806, which is not covered by HS-4 8802.

Can I use HS-4 8802 for importing parts of aircraft?

No, HS-4 8802 is specifically for complete aircraft and spacecraft, not parts. Parts have different classifications.

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8802 — Aircraft n.e.c. in heading no. 8801, except unmanned aircraft of heading 8806, (e.g. helicopters, aeroplanes); spacecraft (including satellites) and suborbital and spacecraft launch vehicles

Chapter 88: Aircraft, spacecraft

Plain-language overview

Use HS-4 8802 when importing or exporting aircraft like helicopters or aeroplanes, as well as spacecraft including satellites. For example, if you're shipping a helicopter with an unladen weight of 1,800 kg, this code is applicable.

When deciding among the HS-6 lines, note that 880211 covers helicopters under 2,000 kg, while 880212 includes those over 2,000 kg. If your shipment is a helicopter weighing 2,100 kg, you would classify it under 880212.

For aeroplanes, 880220 is for those under 2,000 kg, while 880230 is for aeroplanes exceeding 2,000 kg but not more than 15,000 kg. If your aeroplane weighs 14,000 kg, use 880230.

Lastly, 880240 is designated for aeroplanes over 15,000 kg, and 880260 is specifically for spacecraft and launch vehicles. If you're importing a satellite, classify it under 880260.

Keywords & topics

Short phrases that describe this HS-4 heading when you're searching or filtering schedules.

HS-4 8802 · aircraft classification · helicopter weight categories · aeroplane HS codes · spacecraft classification · unmanned aircraft exceptions · importing helicopters · exporting aeroplanes · HS-6 subheadings · aircraft weight limits

Examples

Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.

Helicopter weighing 1,800 kg - use **880211**.
Helicopter weighing 2,100 kg - use **880212**.
Aeroplane weighing 1,500 kg - use **880220**.
Aeroplane weighing 14,000 kg - use **880230**.
Aeroplane weighing 16,000 kg - use **880240**.
Satellite or spacecraft - use **880260**.

Common questions

How people often phrase their search when they're trying to classify goods like yours.

What is the HS code for helicopters?
How to classify aeroplanes in HS-4?
What are the weight limits for HS-4 8802?
Which HS-6 code for spacecraft?
How to determine the correct HS code for my aircraft?
Are unmanned aircraft included in HS-4 8802?

Questions & answers

For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.

What is the difference between HS-6 880211 and 880212?: HS-6 880211 covers helicopters with an unladen weight not exceeding 2,000 kg, while HS-6 880212 is for those exceeding 2,000 kg.
How do I classify an aeroplane weighing 10,000 kg?: You would use HS-6 880230, which is for aeroplanes exceeding 2,000 kg but not more than 15,000 kg.
Is there a specific code for spacecraft?: Yes, spacecraft including satellites are classified under HS-6 880260.
What if my helicopter is unmanned?: Unmanned helicopters fall under HS-6 8806, which is not covered by HS-4 8802.
Can I use HS-4 8802 for importing parts of aircraft?: No, HS-4 8802 is specifically for complete aircraft and spacecraft, not parts. Parts have different classifications.

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Parent context

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Nearby siblings

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