HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 7319.40 – Safety pins and other pins; of iron or steel
HS code 7319.40 is the 6-digit subheading for safety pins and other pins, of iron or steel. It is used for safety pins, straight pins, T-pins, map pins and push pins.
What HS 7319.40 covers
This HS code covers safety pins and other general-purpose pins made from iron or steel, excluding those specifically designed as cotters or cotter-pins (which fall under 731824). This category includes a wide array of pins used for temporary fastening, securing, or decorative purposes in various sectors. Safety pins, with their distinctive clasp mechanism, are widely used in textiles, crafts, medical applications, and general household use for securing fabric or small items. Other pins can range from simple straight pins for tailoring to specialized industrial pins for specific light-duty applications. International trade is driven by consumer goods manufacturing, textile industries, and general hardware distribution. Importers include garment manufacturers, craft suppliers, and general merchandise distributors. Exporters are typically manufacturers specializing in small metal goods, often with high-volume production capabilities to meet global demand. Key considerations for trade involve material quality (e.g., rust resistance), finish (e.g., nickel-plated), size, sharpness, and packaging, as these items are often sold in bulk for industrial use or in retail packs for consumers.
- Covers
- Safety pins
- Straight pins
- T-pins
- Map pins
- Push pins
- Dressmaker pins
- Hat pins
- Examples
- Dritz safety pins
- Prym dressmaker pins
- Fastenal T-pins
- Officemate push pins
Codes often confused with 7319.40
Common mistake. Can be confused with other small metal articles or even certain types of needles (731990), but 731940 specifically covers safety pins and other general-purpose pins.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 731940, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 731940 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 43% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Indonesia, with 19% 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 $53M 43% of world exports
- 2 Japan $12M 9.9% of world exports
- 3 United States $11M 8.7% of world exports
World total: $123M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Indonesia $31M 19% of world imports
- 2 Malaysia $20M 12% of world imports
- 3 United States $15M 8.9% of world imports
World total: $164M 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 7319.40
Brazil does not split HS 7319.40: its NCM code is 7319.40.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 73.19 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 7319.40
What is HS code 731940?
HS code 731940 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Safety pins and other pins; of iron or steel. This HS code covers safety pins and other general-purpose pins made from iron or steel, excluding those specifically designed as cotters or cotter-pins (which fall under 731824). This category includes a wide array of pins used for temporary fastening, securing, or decorative purposes in various sectors. Safety pins, with their distinctive clasp mechanism, are widely used in textiles, crafts, medical applications, and general household use for securing fabric or small items. Other pins can range from simple straight pins for tailoring to specialized industrial pins for specific light-duty applications. International trade is driven by consumer goods manufacturing, textile industries, and general hardware distribution. Importers include garment manufacturers, craft suppliers, and general merchandise distributors. Exporters are typically manufacturers specializing in small metal goods, often with high-volume production capabilities to meet global demand. Key considerations for trade involve material quality (e.g., rust resistance), finish (e.g., nickel-plated), size, sharpness, and packaging, as these items are often sold in bulk for industrial use or in retail packs for consumers.
What products fall under HS code 731940?
Safety pins, straight pins, T-pins, map pins, push pins, dressmaker pins, hat pins
What are common misclassifications for HS code 731940?
Can be confused with other small metal articles or even certain types of needles (731990), but 731940 specifically covers safety pins and other general-purpose pins.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 731940?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 731940 in UN Comtrade data were China ($53M, 43% of world exports), Japan ($12M) and the United States ($11M). World exports came to about $123M, 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 731940?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 731940 in UN Comtrade data were Indonesia ($31M, 19% of world imports), Malaysia ($20M) and the United States ($15M). World imports came to about $164M, 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 731940 structured?
HS code 731940 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (73) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (19) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (40) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 731940?
In Brazil, HS code 731940 is NCM 7319.40.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.