HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 7107.00 – Base metals clad with silver; not further worked than semi-manufactured
HS code 7107.00 is the 6-digit subheading for base metals clad with silver, not further worked than semi-manufactured. It is used for silver-clad copper wire, silver-clad brass sheet, silver-clad nickel strip, silver-clad steel contacts and silver-clad electrical terminals.
What HS 7107.00 covers
This specific HS code pertains to base metals (like copper, brass, or nickel) that have been clad with a layer of silver, and are presented in a semi-manufactured state. This cladding process combines the desirable properties of silver, such as its excellent electrical conductivity, corrosion resistance, and aesthetic appeal, with the strength and cost-effectiveness of base metals. These materials are widely used in electrical contacts, jewelry components, decorative items, and specialized industrial applications where solid silver would be too expensive or structurally unsuitable. Importers are typically manufacturers in the electronics, automotive, and jewelry sectors seeking cost-effective alternatives to solid silver. Exporters are often countries with advanced metallurgical industries capable of precise cladding and forming processes. Key aspects of trade include the thickness and purity of the silver layer, the type of base metal, and the form (e.g., sheet, wire, strip). This category represents an innovative approach to material science, optimizing material properties for specific industrial needs.
- Covers
- Silver-clad copper wire
- Silver-clad brass sheet
- Silver-clad nickel strip
- Silver-clad steel contacts
- Silver-clad electrical terminals
- Silver-clad jewelry blanks
- Silver-clad busbars
- Examples
- Deringer-Ney silver-clad contacts
- Materion silver-clad materials
- Tanaka Kikinzoku Kogyo silver-clad wire
- Umicore electroplated materials
- Little Falls Alloys
Codes often confused with 7107.00
Common mistake. This code might be confused with 7106 (Silver) if the base metal component is overlooked, or with 7409 (Copper plates, sheets, strip, of a thickness exceeding 0.15 mm) if the base metal is copper and the silver cladding is not considered primary.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 710700, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 710700 in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 45% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 14% 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 $98M 45% of world exports
- 2 United States $29M 13% of world exports
- 3 China $27M 13% of world exports
World total: $216M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $21M 14% of world imports
- 2 Malaysia $17M 12% of world imports
- 3 Italy $13M 8.8% of world imports
World total: $147M 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 7107.00
Brazil does not split HS 7107.00: its NCM code is 7107.00.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 71.07 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 7107.00
What is HS code 710700?
HS code 710700 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Base metals clad with silver; not further worked than semi-manufactured. This specific HS code pertains to base metals (like copper, brass, or nickel) that have been clad with a layer of silver, and are presented in a semi-manufactured state. This cladding process combines the desirable properties of silver, such as its excellent electrical conductivity, corrosion resistance, and aesthetic appeal, with the strength and cost-effectiveness of base metals. These materials are widely used in electrical contacts, jewelry components, decorative items, and specialized industrial applications where solid silver would be too expensive or structurally unsuitable. Importers are typically manufacturers in the electronics, automotive, and jewelry sectors seeking cost-effective alternatives to solid silver. Exporters are often countries with advanced metallurgical industries capable of precise cladding and forming processes. Key aspects of trade include the thickness and purity of the silver layer, the type of base metal, and the form (e.g., sheet, wire, strip). This category represents an innovative approach to material science, optimizing material properties for specific industrial needs.
What products fall under HS code 710700?
Silver-clad copper wire, silver-clad brass sheet, silver-clad nickel strip, silver-clad steel contacts, silver-clad electrical terminals, silver-clad jewelry blanks, silver-clad busbars
What are common misclassifications for HS code 710700?
This code might be confused with 7106 (Silver) if the base metal component is overlooked, or with 7409 (Copper plates, sheets, strip, of a thickness exceeding 0.15 mm) if the base metal is copper and the silver cladding is not considered primary.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 710700?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 710700 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($98M, 45% of world exports), the United States ($29M) and China ($27M). World exports came to about $216M, 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 710700?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 710700 in UN Comtrade data were China ($21M, 14% of world imports), Malaysia ($17M) and Italy ($13M). World imports came to about $147M, 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 710700 structured?
HS code 710700 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (71) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (07) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (00) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 710700?
In Brazil, HS code 710700 is NCM 7107.00.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.