HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 6811.89 – Cellulose fibre-cement; articles or the like, other than corrugated sheets and other sheets, panels, tiles and similar articles, not containing asbestos
HS code 6811.89 is the 6-digit subheading for cellulose fibre-cement, articles or the like, other than corrugated sheets and other sheets, panels, tiles and similar articles, not containing asbestos. It is used for fibre-cement pipes (non-pressure), moulded fibre-cement planters, decorative fibre-cement profiles, custom fibre-cement architectural elements and ventilation ducts.
What HS 6811.89 covers
This HS code serves as a residual category for 'other' articles made from cellulose fibre-cement that do not contain asbestos, and are not corrugated sheets (681181) or other flat sheets, panels, or tiles (681182). This 'other' classification encompasses a diverse range of specialized or molded products, pipes, and custom architectural elements where cellulose fibre-cement is utilized. These items often cater to niche applications in construction, landscaping, or utility infrastructure, leveraging the material's durability, fire resistance, and moisture resistance in specific forms. International trade in these specialized articles can be more fragmented than for standard sheets, often involving smaller volumes or custom orders. Exporters typically include manufacturers capable of producing bespoke fibre-cement products, while importers are often seeking unique solutions for specific design challenges or functional requirements. Market dynamics are influenced by innovation in material applications and the demand for tailored building components that are asbestos-free and sustainable.
- Covers
- Fibre-cement pipes (non-pressure)
- Moulded fibre-cement planters
- Decorative fibre-cement profiles
- Custom fibre-cement architectural elements
- Ventilation ducts
- Cable protection conduits
- Examples
- Specific manufacturers offering custom fibre-cement products
- drainage pipe manufacturers using fibre-cement
- specialized landscape product suppliers
Codes often confused with 6811.89
Common mistake. As a residual category, it's crucial to ensure the product doesn't fit more precisely into 681181 (corrugated sheets) or 681182 (flat sheets/panels) before classifying it here.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 681189, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 681189 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 17% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Saudi Arabia, with 18% 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 $18M 17% of world exports
- 2 Poland $16M 16% of world exports
- 3 Germany $8.4M 8.1% of world exports
World total: $104M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Saudi Arabia $29M 18% of world imports
- 2 Germany $23M 14% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $14M 8.8% of world imports
World total: $162M 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 6811.89
Brazil does not split HS 6811.89: its NCM code is 6811.89.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 68.11 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 6811.89
What is HS code 681189?
HS code 681189 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Cellulose fibre-cement; articles or the like, other than corrugated sheets and other sheets, panels, tiles and similar articles, not containing asbestos. This HS code serves as a residual category for 'other' articles made from cellulose fibre-cement that do not contain asbestos, and are not corrugated sheets (681181) or other flat sheets, panels, or tiles (681182). This 'other' classification encompasses a diverse range of specialized or molded products, pipes, and custom architectural elements where cellulose fibre-cement is utilized. These items often cater to niche applications in construction, landscaping, or utility infrastructure, leveraging the material's durability, fire resistance, and moisture resistance in specific forms. International trade in these specialized articles can be more fragmented than for standard sheets, often involving smaller volumes or custom orders. Exporters typically include manufacturers capable of producing bespoke fibre-cement products, while importers are often seeking unique solutions for specific design challenges or functional requirements. Market dynamics are influenced by innovation in material applications and the demand for tailored building components that are asbestos-free and sustainable.
What products fall under HS code 681189?
Fibre-cement pipes (non-pressure), moulded fibre-cement planters, decorative fibre-cement profiles, custom fibre-cement architectural elements, ventilation ducts, cable protection conduits
What are common misclassifications for HS code 681189?
As a residual category, it's crucial to ensure the product doesn't fit more precisely into 681181 (corrugated sheets) or 681182 (flat sheets/panels) before classifying it here.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 681189?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 681189 in UN Comtrade data were China ($18M, 17% of world exports), Poland ($16M) and Germany ($8.4M). World exports came to about $104M, 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 681189?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 681189 in UN Comtrade data were Saudi Arabia ($29M, 18% of world imports), Germany ($23M) and the United Kingdom ($14M). World imports came to about $162M, 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 681189 structured?
HS code 681189 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (68) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (11) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (89) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 681189?
In Brazil, HS code 681189 is NCM 6811.89.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.