HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 6809.90 – Plaster articles or articles of compositions based on plaster; n.e.c. in heading no. 6809
HS code 6809.90 is the 6-digit subheading for plaster articles or articles of compositions based on plaster, n.e.c. in heading no. 6809. It is used for plaster moldings, decorative plaster cornices, plaster ceiling roses, plaster statues and plaster columns.
What HS 6809.90 covers
This HS code serves as a residual category for various articles made of plaster or plaster compositions that are not specifically covered by other subheadings within 6809 (i.e., not standard or specialized boards/panels). This typically includes decorative plasterwork, architectural elements, moldings, statues, and other three-dimensional or non-flat plaster items. It caters to niche markets in interior design, restoration, and artistic applications. Importers often include interior design firms, architectural salvage companies, art and craft suppliers, and specialized construction firms working on heritage or high-end projects. Exporters range from artisan workshops to manufacturers specializing in decorative building elements. Key trade considerations involve artistic quality, historical accuracy for restoration, material composition for durability, and compliance with aesthetic and structural requirements for decorative installations.
- Covers
- Plaster moldings
- Decorative plaster cornices
- Plaster ceiling roses
- Plaster statues
- Plaster columns
- Plaster architectural elements
- Gypsum sculptures
- Plaster medallions
- Examples
- Fypon Moldings (plaster versions)
- Orac Decor (similar decorative elements)
- custom plaster architectural details
- gypsum sculptures
- historical plaster reproductions
Codes often confused with 6809.90
Common mistake. Can be confused with 680911 or 680919 if the item is a board/panel, or with 6810 (articles of cement, concrete or artificial stone) if the material is not clearly plaster-based.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 680990, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 680990 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 31% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 17% 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 China $62M 31% of world exports
- 2 Canada $26M 13% of world exports
- 3 Germany $9.3M 4.6% of world exports
World total: $202M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $37M 17% of world imports
- 2 Hong Kong $16M 6.9% of world imports
- 3 Singapore $11M 4.7% of world imports
World total: $226M 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 6809.90
Brazil does not split HS 6809.90: its NCM code is 6809.90.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 68.09 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 6809.90
What is HS code 680990?
HS code 680990 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Plaster articles or articles of compositions based on plaster; n.e.c. in heading no. 6809. This HS code serves as a residual category for various articles made of plaster or plaster compositions that are not specifically covered by other subheadings within 6809 (i.e., not standard or specialized boards/panels). This typically includes decorative plasterwork, architectural elements, moldings, statues, and other three-dimensional or non-flat plaster items. It caters to niche markets in interior design, restoration, and artistic applications. Importers often include interior design firms, architectural salvage companies, art and craft suppliers, and specialized construction firms working on heritage or high-end projects. Exporters range from artisan workshops to manufacturers specializing in decorative building elements. Key trade considerations involve artistic quality, historical accuracy for restoration, material composition for durability, and compliance with aesthetic and structural requirements for decorative installations.
What products fall under HS code 680990?
Plaster moldings, decorative plaster cornices, plaster ceiling roses, plaster statues, plaster columns, plaster architectural elements, gypsum sculptures, plaster medallions
What are common misclassifications for HS code 680990?
Can be confused with 680911 or 680919 if the item is a board/panel, or with 6810 (articles of cement, concrete or artificial stone) if the material is not clearly plaster-based.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 680990?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 680990 in UN Comtrade data were China ($62M, 31% of world exports), Canada ($26M) and Germany ($9.3M). World exports came to about $202M, 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 680990?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 680990 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($37M, 17% of world imports), Hong Kong ($16M) and Singapore ($11M). World imports came to about $226M, 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 680990 structured?
HS code 680990 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (68) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (09) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (90) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 680990?
In Brazil, HS code 680990 is NCM 6809.90.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.