HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 7110.21 – Metals; palladium, unwrought or in powder form
HS code 7110.21 is the 6-digit subheading for metals, palladium, unwrought or in powder form. It is used for palladium ingots, palladium bars, palladium powder, palladium sponge and palladium grain.
What HS 7110.21 covers
This HS code covers palladium in its most basic forms: unwrought (e.g., ingots, bars) or as a powder. Palladium is a crucial precious metal, primarily known for its exceptional catalytic properties. Importers are predominantly manufacturers in the automotive industry, where it is extensively used in catalytic converters, often preferred over platinum due to specific performance characteristics or cost considerations. Other significant importers include the electronics sector (for capacitors and connectors) and dentistry. Exporters are typically countries with substantial palladium mining operations or advanced refining capabilities. The global trade in unwrought or powder palladium is highly dynamic, influenced by automotive production trends, evolving environmental regulations, and its role as an investment commodity. Purity and specific form are critical specifications for trade and end-use applications.
- Covers
- Palladium ingots
- Palladium bars
- Palladium powder
- Palladium sponge
- Palladium grain
- Palladium shot
- Palladium buttons
- Examples
- Norilsk Nickel palladium ingots
- Johnson Matthey palladium powder
- Heraeus palladium bars
- BASF palladium sponge
Codes often confused with 7110.21
Common mistake. This code is distinct from 711029 (palladium, semi-manufactured) as it refers to the initial, unprocessed forms. It should not be confused with finished products containing palladium, such as catalytic converters (Chapter 87) or jewelry (7113).
Top exporters and importers of HS code 711021, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 711021 in UN Comtrade data was Russia, with about 25% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 16% 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 Russia* ~$3.3B 25% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 2 South Africa $2.1B 15% of world exports
- 3 United States $2.1B 15% of world exports
World total: $13.5B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $2.4B 16% of world imports
- 2 Germany $2.3B 15% of world imports
- 3 Switzerland $2.1B 14% of world imports
World total: $15.2B 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 7110.21
Brazil does not split HS 7110.21: its NCM code is 7110.21.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 71.10 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 7110.21
What is HS code 711021?
HS code 711021 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Metals; palladium, unwrought or in powder form. This HS code covers palladium in its most basic forms: unwrought (e.g., ingots, bars) or as a powder. Palladium is a crucial precious metal, primarily known for its exceptional catalytic properties. Importers are predominantly manufacturers in the automotive industry, where it is extensively used in catalytic converters, often preferred over platinum due to specific performance characteristics or cost considerations. Other significant importers include the electronics sector (for capacitors and connectors) and dentistry. Exporters are typically countries with substantial palladium mining operations or advanced refining capabilities. The global trade in unwrought or powder palladium is highly dynamic, influenced by automotive production trends, evolving environmental regulations, and its role as an investment commodity. Purity and specific form are critical specifications for trade and end-use applications.
What products fall under HS code 711021?
Palladium ingots, Palladium bars, Palladium powder, Palladium sponge, Palladium grain, Palladium shot, Palladium buttons
What are common misclassifications for HS code 711021?
This code is distinct from 711029 (palladium, semi-manufactured) as it refers to the initial, unprocessed forms. It should not be confused with finished products containing palladium, such as catalytic converters (Chapter 87) or jewelry (7113).
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 711021?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 711021 in UN Comtrade data were Russia (about $3.3B, 25% of world exports), South Africa ($2.1B) and the United States ($2.1B). World exports came to about $13.5B, 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 711021?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 711021 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($2.4B, 16% of world imports), Germany ($2.3B) and Switzerland ($2.1B). World imports came to about $15.2B, 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 711021 structured?
HS code 711021 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (71) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (10) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (21) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 711021?
In Brazil, HS code 711021 is NCM 7110.21.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.