HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 6904.10 – Ceramic building bricks
HS code 6904.10 is the 6-digit subheading for ceramic building bricks. It is used for solid clay bricks, perforated ceramic bricks, facing bricks, engineering bricks and common building bricks.
What HS 6904.10 covers
This HS code covers ceramic building bricks, which are fundamental components in construction worldwide. These bricks, typically made from clay or shale and fired at high temperatures, are valued for their durability, thermal mass, and aesthetic appeal. They are extensively traded by construction material distributors, building contractors, and architectural suppliers. Key aspects include their various forms (solid, perforated, facing), resistance to weathering, and their role in both structural integrity and exterior finishes. The global demand for ceramic bricks is driven by residential, commercial, and industrial building projects, with a strong emphasis on sustainable and long-lasting construction practices. Their natural composition and recyclability also contribute to their appeal in modern building design.
- Covers
- Solid clay bricks
- Perforated ceramic bricks
- Facing bricks
- Engineering bricks
- Common building bricks
- Fireclay bricks
- Hollow ceramic bricks
- Examples
- Wienerberger Porotherm bricks
- Ibstock Brick
- Boral Bricks
- Acme Brick
Codes often confused with 6904.10
Common mistake. This code can be confused with 690490 (other ceramic construction goods) if the items are not standard building bricks, or with 681011 (concrete building blocks) due to similar function but different material composition.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 690410, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 690410 in UN Comtrade data was Belgium, with 25% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United Kingdom, with 34% 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 Belgium $228M 25% of world exports
- 2 Netherlands $158M 17% of world exports
- 3 Germany $73M 8.0% of world exports
World total: $923M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United Kingdom $335M 34% of world imports
- 2 Kazakhstan $53M 5.3% of world imports
- 3 United States $48M 4.8% of world imports
World total: $1.0B 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 6904.10
Brazil does not split HS 6904.10: its NCM code is 6904.10.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 69.04 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 6904.10
What is HS code 690410?
HS code 690410 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Ceramic building bricks. This HS code covers ceramic building bricks, which are fundamental components in construction worldwide. These bricks, typically made from clay or shale and fired at high temperatures, are valued for their durability, thermal mass, and aesthetic appeal. They are extensively traded by construction material distributors, building contractors, and architectural suppliers. Key aspects include their various forms (solid, perforated, facing), resistance to weathering, and their role in both structural integrity and exterior finishes. The global demand for ceramic bricks is driven by residential, commercial, and industrial building projects, with a strong emphasis on sustainable and long-lasting construction practices. Their natural composition and recyclability also contribute to their appeal in modern building design.
What products fall under HS code 690410?
Solid clay bricks, perforated ceramic bricks, facing bricks, engineering bricks, common building bricks, fireclay bricks, hollow ceramic bricks
What are common misclassifications for HS code 690410?
This code can be confused with 690490 (other ceramic construction goods) if the items are not standard building bricks, or with 681011 (concrete building blocks) due to similar function but different material composition.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 690410?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 690410 in UN Comtrade data were Belgium ($228M, 25% of world exports), the Netherlands ($158M) and Germany ($73M). World exports came to about $923M, 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 690410?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 690410 in UN Comtrade data were the United Kingdom ($335M, 34% of world imports), Kazakhstan ($53M) and the United States ($48M). World imports came to about $1.0B, 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 690410 structured?
HS code 690410 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (69) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (04) 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 690410?
In Brazil, HS code 690410 is NCM 6904.10.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.