HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 7409.11 – Copper; strip, of a thickness exceeding 0.15mm, of refined copper, in coils
HS code 7409.11 is the 6-digit subheading for copper, strip, of a thickness exceeding 0.15mm, of refined copper, in coils. It is used for electrolytic tough pitch copper strip, oxygen-free copper strip, deoxidized copper strip, high conductivity copper strip and C11000 copper coil.
What HS 7409.11 covers
This HS code covers refined copper strip, specifically those with a thickness greater than 0.15mm and supplied in coiled form. These strips are a fundamental raw material for numerous manufacturing processes, valued for refined copper's excellent electrical and thermal conductivity, as well as its malleability and corrosion resistance. They are extensively used in the electrical, automotive, construction, and electronics industries for components like busbars, terminals, connectors, and heat exchangers. Industrialized nations with robust manufacturing bases, such as Germany, the United States, Japan, and South Korea, are significant importers, requiring these materials for their production lines. Major exporters include countries with substantial copper refining and rolling capacities, like China, Chile, and Germany. Key trade considerations involve purity levels (e.g., C11000, C10200), dimensions, surface quality, and adherence to international material specifications. The global demand is closely tied to industrial output and infrastructure development.
- Covers
- Electrolytic tough pitch copper strip
- Oxygen-free copper strip
- Deoxidized copper strip
- High conductivity copper strip
- C11000 copper coil
- C10200 copper coil
- OFHC copper strip
- Examples
- Aurubis ETP Copper Strip
- Wieland KME Copper Strip
- Luvata OFC Copper Coil
- Mitsubishi Materials Copper Strip
Codes often confused with 7409.11
Common mistake. This code is distinct from 740919, which covers refined copper plates and sheets not in coils, and 741011, which is for thinner copper foil (not exceeding 0.15mm). The key differentiators are thickness, form (coil vs. flat sheet), and backing.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 740911, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 740911 in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 25% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Italy, 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 $1.1B 25% of world exports
- 2 China $746M 17% of world exports
- 3 Japan $521M 12% of world exports
World total: $4.5B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Italy $490M 12% of world imports
- 2 France $353M 8.4% of world imports
- 3 China $340M 8.1% of world imports
World total: $4.2B 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 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 7409.11
Brazil does not split HS 7409.11: its NCM code is 7409.11.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 74.09 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 7409.11
What is HS code 740911?
HS code 740911 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Copper; strip, of a thickness exceeding 0.15mm, of refined copper, in coils. This HS code covers refined copper strip, specifically those with a thickness greater than 0.15mm and supplied in coiled form. These strips are a fundamental raw material for numerous manufacturing processes, valued for refined copper's excellent electrical and thermal conductivity, as well as its malleability and corrosion resistance. They are extensively used in the electrical, automotive, construction, and electronics industries for components like busbars, terminals, connectors, and heat exchangers. Industrialized nations with robust manufacturing bases, such as Germany, the United States, Japan, and South Korea, are significant importers, requiring these materials for their production lines. Major exporters include countries with substantial copper refining and rolling capacities, like China, Chile, and Germany. Key trade considerations involve purity levels (e.g., C11000, C10200), dimensions, surface quality, and adherence to international material specifications. The global demand is closely tied to industrial output and infrastructure development.
What products fall under HS code 740911?
Electrolytic tough pitch copper strip, Oxygen-free copper strip, Deoxidized copper strip, High conductivity copper strip, C11000 copper coil, C10200 copper coil, OFHC copper strip
What are common misclassifications for HS code 740911?
This code is distinct from 740919, which covers refined copper plates and sheets not in coils, and 741011, which is for thinner copper foil (not exceeding 0.15mm). The key differentiators are thickness, form (coil vs. flat sheet), and backing.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 740911?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 740911 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($1.1B, 25% of world exports), China ($746M) and Japan ($521M). World exports came to about $4.5B, 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 740911?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 740911 in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($490M, 12% of world imports), France ($353M) and China ($340M). World imports came to about $4.2B, 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 740911 structured?
HS code 740911 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (74) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (09) 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 740911?
In Brazil, HS code 740911 is NCM 7409.11.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.