HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2525.20 – Mica; powder
HS code 2525.20 is the 6-digit subheading for mica, powder. It is used for ground mica powder, wet-ground mica, dry-ground mica, micronized mica and sericite mica powder.
What HS 2525.20 covers
Mica powder is a versatile industrial mineral produced by grinding crude mica into various particle sizes. Its unique properties, including its lamellar structure, chemical inertness, and excellent barrier characteristics, make it invaluable across numerous sectors. It is widely utilized as a filler and extender in paints and coatings to enhance durability and appearance, in plastics for reinforcement and insulation, in rubber products, and in cosmetics for shimmer and texture. The fineness, purity, and aspect ratio of the powder are key determinants of its specific applications and market value. Trade involves bulk shipments from processing facilities to manufacturing industries globally, with demand driven by industrial growth and specific product formulations.
- Covers
- Ground mica powder
- Wet-ground mica
- Dry-ground mica
- Micronized mica
- Sericite mica powder
- Examples
- Mica powder in automotive paints
- mica powder in cosmetics (e.g., eyeshadow)
- mica powder in plastics for insulation
- mica powder in drilling muds
Codes often confused with 2525.20
Common mistake. Distinct from crude mica sheets (252510) and mica waste (252530), as this code specifically refers to the processed, powdered form used as an additive or filler.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 252520, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 252520 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 28% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Japan, with 22% of world imports. France reports $167M of its chapter 25 exports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $40M 28% of world exports
- 2 India $39M 27% of world exports
- 3 United States $8.9M 6.3% of world exports
France reports $167M of its chapter 25 exports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
World total: $142M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Japan $30M 22% of world imports
- 2 United States $12M 8.8% of world imports
- 3 Netherlands $12M 8.6% of world imports
World total: $136M 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 2525.20
Brazil does not split HS 2525.20: its NCM code is 2525.20.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 25.25 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 2525.20
What is HS code 252520?
HS code 252520 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Mica; powder. Mica powder is a versatile industrial mineral produced by grinding crude mica into various particle sizes. Its unique properties, including its lamellar structure, chemical inertness, and excellent barrier characteristics, make it invaluable across numerous sectors. It is widely utilized as a filler and extender in paints and coatings to enhance durability and appearance, in plastics for reinforcement and insulation, in rubber products, and in cosmetics for shimmer and texture. The fineness, purity, and aspect ratio of the powder are key determinants of its specific applications and market value. Trade involves bulk shipments from processing facilities to manufacturing industries globally, with demand driven by industrial growth and specific product formulations.
What products fall under HS code 252520?
Ground mica powder, wet-ground mica, dry-ground mica, micronized mica, sericite mica powder
What are common misclassifications for HS code 252520?
Distinct from crude mica sheets (252510) and mica waste (252530), as this code specifically refers to the processed, powdered form used as an additive or filler.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 252520?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 252520 in UN Comtrade data were China ($40M, 28% of world exports), India ($39M) and the United States ($8.9M). World exports came to about $142M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). France reports $167M of its chapter 25 exports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 252520?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 252520 in UN Comtrade data were Japan ($30M, 22% of world imports), the United States ($12M) and the Netherlands ($12M). World imports came to about $136M, 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.
How is HS code 252520 structured?
HS code 252520 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (25) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (25) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (20) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 252520?
In Brazil, HS code 252520 is NCM 2525.20.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.