HS Code 8801
Balloons, Gliders, and Non-Powered Aircraft
HS code 8801 covers all non-powered aircraft, including hot-air balloons, dirigibles, gliders, and hang gliders, regardless of their intended use.
4-digit Section XVIIFCL
HS Code 8801 — Balloons, Gliders, and Non-Powered Aircraft
Includes aircraft that stay aloft without an engine. This covers hot-air balloons used for tourism, weather balloons, and gliders or hang gliders used for recreation.
What's included
- Hot-air balloons
- Meteorological balloons
- Hang gliders
- Recreational gliders
- Unpowered dirigibles
What's excluded
- Paragliders → use
8804(Specifically classified under Parachutes.)
Common examples
- Cameron commercial hot-air balloon
- Weather sounding balloon
- Recreational hang glider
- Sailplane glider
Frequently asked questions
Are powered gliders under this code?
No, if the glider has a motor, it is classified under 8802.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 3%
- Documentation: Aviation authority certification (e.g., FAA or EASA) is typically required for airworthiness.
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: United Kingdom, United States, Germany, Spain
- Top importers: United States, Turkey, China, France
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Key takeaway
Reserved for unpowered, lighter-than-air or soaring craft.
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