HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 7408.29 – Copper; wire, of copper alloys (other than copper-zinc base alloys, copper-nickel base alloys or copper-nickel-zinc base alloys)
HS code 7408.29 is the 6-digit subheading for copper, wire, of copper alloys (other than copper-zinc base alloys, copper-nickel base alloys or copper-nickel-zinc base alloys). It is used for beryllium copper wire, chromium copper wire, zirconium copper wire, cadmium copper wire and tellurium copper wire.
What HS 7408.29 covers
This category encompasses copper alloy wires, excluding those made from brass (copper-zinc), cupro-nickel (copper-nickel), or nickel silver (copper-nickel-zinc). These specialized wires are crucial in industries requiring specific electrical conductivity, corrosion resistance, or mechanical strength properties not met by pure copper or common copper alloys. They are widely used in demanding applications like aerospace, marine engineering, and specialized electronics. Major importers are typically industrialized nations with advanced manufacturing sectors, such as Germany, Japan, and the United States, which utilize these wires in high-tech components. Exporters often include countries with strong metallurgical industries like China, South Korea, and some European nations. Key considerations for trade include alloy composition, wire gauge, surface finish, and compliance with international standards for specific applications. The market for these wires is driven by technological advancements and the need for high-performance materials in critical infrastructure and consumer electronics.
- Covers
- Beryllium copper wire
- Chromium copper wire
- Zirconium copper wire
- Cadmium copper wire
- Tellurium copper wire
- Phosphor bronze wire (non-tin based)
- Silicon bronze wire
- Examples
- Ampco Beryllium Copper Wire
- Wieland K75 Wire
- Lebronze Alloys CuCrZr Wire
- Luvata Special Alloy Wire
Codes often confused with 7408.29
Common mistake. This code can be confused with 740819 (refined copper wire) if the alloy content is not carefully identified, or with 740822/740821 if the alloy is brass or bronze, respectively. The distinction lies in the specific alloying elements.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 740829, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 740829 in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 13% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 12% 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 $93M 13% of world exports
- 2 United States $82M 12% of world exports
- 3 China $59M 8.5% of world exports
World total: $691M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $94M 12% of world imports
- 2 Germany $67M 8.8% of world imports
- 3 Italy $54M 7.0% of world imports
World total: $766M 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 codes for 7408.29 4
Brazil splits HS 7408.29 into 4 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 7408.29.1 Of copper-tin base alloys (bronze)À base de cobre-estanho (bronze) Group
- 7408.29.12 Phosphor bronze wire, round, 0.8 mm or lessFosforoso, de seção transversal circular, de diâmetro inferior ou igual a 0,8 mm
- 7408.29.13 Other phosphor bronze wireOutros, fosforosos
- 7408.29.19 Other bronze (copper-tin) wireOutros
- 7408.29.90 Wire of other copper alloysOutros
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 7408.29
What is HS code 740829?
HS code 740829 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Copper; wire, of copper alloys (other than copper-zinc base alloys, copper-nickel base alloys or copper-nickel-zinc base alloys). This category encompasses copper alloy wires, excluding those made from brass (copper-zinc), cupro-nickel (copper-nickel), or nickel silver (copper-nickel-zinc). These specialized wires are crucial in industries requiring specific electrical conductivity, corrosion resistance, or mechanical strength properties not met by pure copper or common copper alloys. They are widely used in demanding applications like aerospace, marine engineering, and specialized electronics. Major importers are typically industrialized nations with advanced manufacturing sectors, such as Germany, Japan, and the United States, which utilize these wires in high-tech components. Exporters often include countries with strong metallurgical industries like China, South Korea, and some European nations. Key considerations for trade include alloy composition, wire gauge, surface finish, and compliance with international standards for specific applications. The market for these wires is driven by technological advancements and the need for high-performance materials in critical infrastructure and consumer electronics.
What products fall under HS code 740829?
Beryllium copper wire, Chromium copper wire, Zirconium copper wire, Cadmium copper wire, Tellurium copper wire, Phosphor bronze wire (non-tin based), Silicon bronze wire
What are common misclassifications for HS code 740829?
This code can be confused with 740819 (refined copper wire) if the alloy content is not carefully identified, or with 740822/740821 if the alloy is brass or bronze, respectively. The distinction lies in the specific alloying elements.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 740829?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 740829 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($93M, 13% of world exports), the United States ($82M) and China ($59M). World exports came to about $691M, 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 740829?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 740829 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($94M, 12% of world imports), Germany ($67M) and Italy ($54M). World imports came to about $766M, 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 740829 structured?
HS code 740829 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 (29) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 740829?
Brazil splits HS code 740829 into 4 NCM codes: 7408.29.12 (Phosphor bronze wire, round, 0.8 mm or less), 7408.29.13 (Other phosphor bronze wire), 7408.29.19 (Other bronze (copper-tin) wire), 7408.29.90 (Wire of other copper alloys). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.