HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 6815.19 – Stone or other mineral substances not elsewhere specified or included; non-electrical articles of graphite or carbon n.e.c. in heading 6815
HS code 6815.19 is the 6-digit subheading for stone or other mineral substances not elsewhere specified or included, non-electrical articles of graphite or carbon n.e.c. in heading 6815. It is used for graphite crucibles, carbon brushes (non-electrical), graphite electrodes (non-electrical), carbon mechanical seals and graphite bearings.
What HS 6815.19 covers
This HS code serves as a residual category for non-electrical articles made of graphite or other carbon forms, not specifically covered elsewhere in heading 6815. These materials are highly valued for their unique combination of high thermal conductivity, chemical inertness, self-lubricating properties, and exceptional high-temperature resistance. International trade involves a diverse range of industrial applications, including metallurgical furnaces, chemical processing equipment, mechanical seals, and specialized bearings. Importers and exporters are typically manufacturers of industrial equipment, chemical plants, and specialized component suppliers. The market is driven by the demand for durable, high-performance materials in extreme operating conditions where metals or plastics would fail, requiring the unique properties of graphite and carbon.
- Covers
- Graphite crucibles
- Carbon brushes (non-electrical)
- Graphite electrodes (non-electrical)
- Carbon mechanical seals
- Graphite bearings
- Carbon vanes for pumps
- Graphite molds
- Examples
- SGL Carbon graphite products
- Tokai Carbon graphite electrodes
- Mersen graphite components
- GrafTech graphite materials
- Morgan Advanced Materials carbon parts
Codes often confused with 6815.19
Common mistake. This code is a "not elsewhere specified" category, so it's crucial to ensure the article is indeed non-electrical and not covered by 681511, 681512, or 681513, or other specific graphite/carbon headings.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 681519, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 681519 in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 31% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 12% 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 $631M 31% of world exports
- 2 United States $318M 16% of world exports
- 3 Japan $194M 9.5% of world exports
World total: $2.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $240M 12% of world imports
- 2 United States $196M 9.8% of world imports
- 3 Germany $191M 9.5% of world imports
World total: $2.0B 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 6815.19
Brazil does not split HS 6815.19: its NCM code is 6815.19.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 68.15 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 6815.19
What is HS code 681519?
HS code 681519 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Stone or other mineral substances not elsewhere specified or included; non-electrical articles of graphite or carbon n.e.c. in heading 6815. This HS code serves as a residual category for non-electrical articles made of graphite or other carbon forms, not specifically covered elsewhere in heading 6815. These materials are highly valued for their unique combination of high thermal conductivity, chemical inertness, self-lubricating properties, and exceptional high-temperature resistance. International trade involves a diverse range of industrial applications, including metallurgical furnaces, chemical processing equipment, mechanical seals, and specialized bearings. Importers and exporters are typically manufacturers of industrial equipment, chemical plants, and specialized component suppliers. The market is driven by the demand for durable, high-performance materials in extreme operating conditions where metals or plastics would fail, requiring the unique properties of graphite and carbon.
What products fall under HS code 681519?
Graphite crucibles, Carbon brushes (non-electrical), Graphite electrodes (non-electrical), Carbon mechanical seals, Graphite bearings, Carbon vanes for pumps, Graphite molds
What are common misclassifications for HS code 681519?
This code is a "not elsewhere specified" category, so it's crucial to ensure the article is indeed non-electrical and not covered by 681511, 681512, or 681513, or other specific graphite/carbon headings.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 681519?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 681519 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($631M, 31% of world exports), the United States ($318M) and Japan ($194M). World exports came to about $2.0B, 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 681519?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 681519 in UN Comtrade data were China ($240M, 12% of world imports), the United States ($196M) and Germany ($191M). World imports came to about $2.0B, 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 681519 structured?
HS code 681519 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (68) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (15) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (19) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 681519?
In Brazil, HS code 681519 is NCM 6815.19.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.