HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2617.10 – Antimony ores and concentrates
HS code 2617.10 is the 6-digit subheading for antimony ores and concentrates. It is used for antimony ore, stibnite concentrate, native antimony ore, antimony sulfide concentrate and livingstonite concentrate.
What HS 2617.10 covers
Antimony ores and concentrates fall under this HS code, representing the primary source material for antimony metal and its compounds. Antimony is a critical metalloid used extensively in flame retardants for plastics and textiles, lead-acid batteries (as an alloying agent), ceramics, glass, and as a hardening agent in various alloys. The international trade of these concentrates is driven by industrial demand from manufacturing sectors globally. Countries with significant antimony deposits, predominantly China, are the main exporters, while industrialized nations with diverse manufacturing bases, such as the USA, Japan, and European countries, are the primary importers. Environmental regulations regarding mining and processing, along with supply chain stability, are crucial factors in this market.
- Covers
- Antimony ore
- Stibnite concentrate
- Native antimony ore
- Antimony sulfide concentrate
- Livingstonite concentrate
- Valentinite concentrate
- Examples
- Guangxi Huachang Antimony Industry (China)
- Mandalay Resources (Australia/Canada)
- United States Antimony Corporation (USA)
- Ambition Antimony (Australia)
Codes often confused with 2617.10
Common mistake. Can be confused with 282590 (antimony oxides) or 8110 (unwrought antimony) if the material has undergone initial chemical processing or refining beyond simple concentration.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 261710, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 261710 in UN Comtrade data was Thailand, with 25% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 31% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Thailand $163M 25% of world exports
- 2 Russia* ~$147M 23% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 Bolivia $104M 16% of world exports
World total: $638M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $265M 31% of world imports
- 2 Thailand $254M 30% of world imports
- 3 India $99M 12% of world imports
World total: $860M 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 2617.10
Brazil does not split HS 2617.10: its NCM code is 2617.10.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 26.17 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 2617.10
What is HS code 261710?
HS code 261710 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Antimony ores and concentrates. Antimony ores and concentrates fall under this HS code, representing the primary source material for antimony metal and its compounds. Antimony is a critical metalloid used extensively in flame retardants for plastics and textiles, lead-acid batteries (as an alloying agent), ceramics, glass, and as a hardening agent in various alloys. The international trade of these concentrates is driven by industrial demand from manufacturing sectors globally. Countries with significant antimony deposits, predominantly China, are the main exporters, while industrialized nations with diverse manufacturing bases, such as the USA, Japan, and European countries, are the primary importers. Environmental regulations regarding mining and processing, along with supply chain stability, are crucial factors in this market.
What products fall under HS code 261710?
Antimony ore, stibnite concentrate, native antimony ore, antimony sulfide concentrate, livingstonite concentrate, valentinite concentrate
What are common misclassifications for HS code 261710?
Can be confused with 282590 (antimony oxides) or 8110 (unwrought antimony) if the material has undergone initial chemical processing or refining beyond simple concentration.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 261710?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 261710 in UN Comtrade data were Thailand ($163M, 25% of world exports), Russia (about $147M) and Bolivia ($104M). World exports came to about $638M, 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 goods under HS code 261710?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 261710 in UN Comtrade data were China ($265M, 31% of world imports), Thailand ($254M) and India ($99M). World imports came to about $860M, 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 261710 structured?
HS code 261710 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (26) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (17) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 261710?
In Brazil, HS code 261710 is NCM 2617.10.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.