HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 6805.30 – Abrasive powder or grain; natural or artificial, on a base of materials n.e.c. in heading no. 6805, whether or not cut to shape or sewn or otherwise made up
HS code 6805.30 is the 6-digit subheading for abrasive powder or grain, natural or artificial, on a base of materials n.e.c. in heading no. 6805, whether or not cut to shape or sewn or otherwise made up. It is used for sanding belts, abrasive discs, grinding wheels, emery cloth and sandpaper sheets.
What HS 6805.30 covers
This code covers a wide range of abrasive products essential for manufacturing, finishing, and maintenance across various industries. These goods, consisting of abrasive powders or grains (natural like garnet or artificial like silicon carbide) affixed to a backing material not specified elsewhere in 6805, are crucial for grinding, polishing, sanding, and cutting. Key importers include industrial nations with strong manufacturing sectors, such as Germany, the USA, China, and Japan, which rely on these abrasives for automotive, aerospace, woodworking, and metalworking applications. Exporters often come from countries with advanced material processing capabilities or access to raw abrasive minerals. The trade in these products is driven by industrial demand for precision finishing and material removal, making them a vital component in global supply chains for durable goods and infrastructure. The market is competitive, with innovation focusing on durability, efficiency, and specialized applications.
- Covers
- Sanding belts
- Abrasive discs
- Grinding wheels
- Emery cloth
- Sandpaper sheets
- Flap discs
- Scouring pads
- Diamond abrasive pads
- Examples
- 3M Cubitron II
- Norton Abrasives
- Mirka Abranet
- Bosch X-LOCK grinding discs
- Klingspor sanding belts
Codes often confused with 6805.30
Common mistake. This code might be confused with 680510 (on a base of woven textile materials) or 680520 (on a base of paper or paperboard), as the distinction lies in the specific backing material. It's also distinct from loose abrasive powders (28XX or 25XX for natural minerals) which are not on a base.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 680530, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 680530 in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 20% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 16% 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 Germany $449M 20% of world exports
- 2 United States $325M 15% of world exports
- 3 Italy $133M 6.0% of world exports
World total: $2.2B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $378M 16% of world imports
- 2 United States $277M 12% of world imports
- 3 France $116M 4.9% of world imports
World total: $2.4B 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 codes for 6805.30 3
Brazil splits HS 6805.30 into 3 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 6805.30.10 Abrasives on paper or board combined with textilesCom suporte de papel ou cartão combinados com matérias têxteis
- 6805.30.20 Vulcanised fibre discs, alumina or silicon carbideDiscos de fibra vulcanizada recobertos com óxido de alumínio ou carboneto de silício
- 6805.30.90 Abrasives on other backing materialsOutros
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 68.05 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 6805.30
What is HS code 680530?
HS code 680530 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Abrasive powder or grain; natural or artificial, on a base of materials n.e.c. in heading no. 6805, whether or not cut to shape or sewn or otherwise made up. This code covers a wide range of abrasive products essential for manufacturing, finishing, and maintenance across various industries. These goods, consisting of abrasive powders or grains (natural like garnet or artificial like silicon carbide) affixed to a backing material not specified elsewhere in 6805, are crucial for grinding, polishing, sanding, and cutting. Key importers include industrial nations with strong manufacturing sectors, such as Germany, the USA, China, and Japan, which rely on these abrasives for automotive, aerospace, woodworking, and metalworking applications. Exporters often come from countries with advanced material processing capabilities or access to raw abrasive minerals. The trade in these products is driven by industrial demand for precision finishing and material removal, making them a vital component in global supply chains for durable goods and infrastructure. The market is competitive, with innovation focusing on durability, efficiency, and specialized applications.
What products fall under HS code 680530?
Sanding belts, Abrasive discs, Grinding wheels, Emery cloth, Sandpaper sheets, Flap discs, Scouring pads, Diamond abrasive pads
What are common misclassifications for HS code 680530?
This code might be confused with 680510 (on a base of woven textile materials) or 680520 (on a base of paper or paperboard), as the distinction lies in the specific backing material. It's also distinct from loose abrasive powders (28XX or 25XX for natural minerals) which are not on a base.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 680530?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 680530 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($449M, 20% of world exports), the United States ($325M) and Italy ($133M). World exports came to about $2.2B, 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 680530?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 680530 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($378M, 16% of world imports), the United States ($277M) and France ($116M). World imports came to about $2.4B, 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 680530 structured?
HS code 680530 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (68) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (05) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (30) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 680530?
Brazil splits HS code 680530 into 3 NCM codes: 6805.30.10 (Abrasives on paper or board combined with textiles), 6805.30.20 (Vulcanised fibre discs, alumina or silicon carbide), 6805.30.90 (Abrasives on other backing materials). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.