HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 7408.11 – Copper; wire, of refined copper, of which the maximum cross-sectional dimension exceeds 6mm
HS code 7408.11 is the 6-digit subheading for copper, wire, of refined copper, of which the maximum cross-sectional dimension exceeds 6mm. It is used for copper wire rod, heavy gauge copper electrical wire, copper grounding wire (thick), copper trolley wire and copper busbar wire (large diameter).
What HS 7408.11 covers
This HS code covers wire of refined copper where the maximum cross-sectional dimension exceeds 6mm. Often referred to as copper wire rod or heavy gauge wire, these products serve as crucial intermediate goods in the copper industry. Their primary use is as feedstock for drawing finer wires, which are then used in a multitude of electrical and electronic applications. They are also directly employed in heavy-duty electrical applications such as power transmission lines, large grounding systems, and specialized industrial wiring. Countries with significant wire and cable manufacturing capabilities and extensive electrical infrastructure projects, like China, the USA, and Germany, are major players in the import and export of these thick copper wires. The trade volume in this category is a key indicator of global industrial production and investment in electrical grids.
- Covers
- Copper wire rod
- Heavy gauge copper electrical wire
- Copper grounding wire (thick)
- Copper trolley wire
- Copper busbar wire (large diameter)
- Copper welding wire (thick)
- Examples
- Southwire copper rod
- Prysmian Group copper wire
- Nexans copper wire
- Aurubis copper wire rod
Codes often confused with 7408.11
Common mistake. Can be confused with thinner refined copper wire (740819) if the 6mm cross-sectional dimension threshold is not strictly applied, leading to incorrect classification and potential customs issues.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 740811, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 740811 in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 15% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Saudi Arabia, with 8.9% 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 $3.8B 15% of world exports
- 2 United Arab Emirates* ~$2.8B 11% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 Belgium $2.1B 8.3% of world exports
World total: $25.3B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Saudi Arabia $2.2B 8.9% of world imports
- 2 Morocco $2.1B 8.4% of world imports
- 3 Italy $1.4B 5.7% of world imports
World total: $25.1B 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 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 7408.11
Brazil does not split HS 7408.11: its NCM code is 7408.11.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 74.08 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 7408.11
What is HS code 740811?
HS code 740811 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Copper; wire, of refined copper, of which the maximum cross-sectional dimension exceeds 6mm. This HS code covers wire of refined copper where the maximum cross-sectional dimension exceeds 6mm. Often referred to as copper wire rod or heavy gauge wire, these products serve as crucial intermediate goods in the copper industry. Their primary use is as feedstock for drawing finer wires, which are then used in a multitude of electrical and electronic applications. They are also directly employed in heavy-duty electrical applications such as power transmission lines, large grounding systems, and specialized industrial wiring. Countries with significant wire and cable manufacturing capabilities and extensive electrical infrastructure projects, like China, the USA, and Germany, are major players in the import and export of these thick copper wires. The trade volume in this category is a key indicator of global industrial production and investment in electrical grids.
What products fall under HS code 740811?
Copper wire rod, Heavy gauge copper electrical wire, Copper grounding wire (thick), Copper trolley wire, Copper busbar wire (large diameter), Copper welding wire (thick)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 740811?
Can be confused with thinner refined copper wire (740819) if the 6mm cross-sectional dimension threshold is not strictly applied, leading to incorrect classification and potential customs issues.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 740811?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 740811 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($3.8B, 15% of world exports), the United Arab Emirates (about $2.8B) and Belgium ($2.1B). World exports came to about $25.3B, 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 740811?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 740811 in UN Comtrade data were Saudi Arabia ($2.2B, 8.9% of world imports), Morocco ($2.1B) and Italy ($1.4B). World imports came to about $25.1B, 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 740811 structured?
HS code 740811 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (74) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (08) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (11) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 740811?
In Brazil, HS code 740811 is NCM 7408.11.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.