HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 7401.00 – Copper mattes; cement copper (precipitated copper)
HS code 7401.00 is the 6-digit subheading for copper mattes, cement copper (precipitated copper). It is used for copper matte, cement copper, precipitated copper, copper sulfide concentrate (intermediate) and blister copper (early stage).
What HS 7401.00 covers
HS 740100 covers copper mattes and cement copper, which are intermediate products in the copper smelting and refining process. Copper matte is a mixture of copper sulfides and iron sulfides, typically produced in a smelter from copper concentrates. Cement copper, also known as precipitated copper, is obtained by leaching copper ores or solutions with iron, resulting in a less pure form of copper. These materials are crucial for the global copper supply chain, serving as feedstock for further refining into higher purity copper. Major mining nations like Chile, Peru, and the Democratic Republic of Congo are key exporters of these intermediate products, while countries with significant refining capacities, such as China, Japan, and South Korea, are primary importers. Understanding the trade in these forms is vital for tracking the early stages of copper production and the global flow of raw materials to industrial centers.
- Covers
- Copper matte
- Cement copper
- Precipitated copper
- Copper sulfide concentrate (intermediate)
- Blister copper (early stage)
- Examples
- Glencore copper matte
- Freeport-McMoRan precipitated copper
- Codelco intermediate copper products
Codes often confused with 7401.00
Common mistake. This code can be confused with unrefined copper (740200) which is a more processed metallic form, or even copper ores (260300) which are raw materials, due to their similar raw appearance.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 740100, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 740100 in UN Comtrade data was the Philippines, with 25% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Belgium, with 38% 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 Philippines $395M 25% of world exports
- 2 Canada $276M 17% of world exports
- 3 Finland $228M 14% of world exports
World total: $1.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Belgium $804M 38% of world imports
- 2 South Korea $409M 19% of world imports
- 3 China $333M 16% of world imports
World total: $2.1B 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 7401.00
Brazil does not split HS 7401.00: its NCM code is 7401.00.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 74.01 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 7401.00
What is HS code 740100?
HS code 740100 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Copper mattes; cement copper (precipitated copper). HS 740100 covers copper mattes and cement copper, which are intermediate products in the copper smelting and refining process. Copper matte is a mixture of copper sulfides and iron sulfides, typically produced in a smelter from copper concentrates. Cement copper, also known as precipitated copper, is obtained by leaching copper ores or solutions with iron, resulting in a less pure form of copper. These materials are crucial for the global copper supply chain, serving as feedstock for further refining into higher purity copper. Major mining nations like Chile, Peru, and the Democratic Republic of Congo are key exporters of these intermediate products, while countries with significant refining capacities, such as China, Japan, and South Korea, are primary importers. Understanding the trade in these forms is vital for tracking the early stages of copper production and the global flow of raw materials to industrial centers.
What products fall under HS code 740100?
Copper matte, cement copper, precipitated copper, copper sulfide concentrate (intermediate), blister copper (early stage)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 740100?
This code can be confused with unrefined copper (740200) which is a more processed metallic form, or even copper ores (260300) which are raw materials, due to their similar raw appearance.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 740100?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 740100 in UN Comtrade data were the Philippines ($395M, 25% of world exports), Canada ($276M) and Finland ($228M). World exports came to about $1.6B, 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 740100?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 740100 in UN Comtrade data were Belgium ($804M, 38% of world imports), South Korea ($409M) and China ($333M). World imports came to about $2.1B, 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 740100 structured?
HS code 740100 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (74) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (01) 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 740100?
In Brazil, HS code 740100 is NCM 7401.00.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.