HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 7409.39 – Copper; plates and sheets, of a thickness exceeding 0.15mm, of copper-tin base alloys, not in coils
HS code 7409.39 is the 6-digit subheading for copper, plates and sheets, of a thickness exceeding 0.15mm, of copper-tin base alloys, not in coils. It is used for phosphor bronze plate, tin bronze sheet, bearing bronze plate, marine bronze sheet and C51000 phosphor bronze plate.
What HS 7409.39 covers
This HS code encompasses bronze plates and sheets (copper-tin base alloys) with a thickness exceeding 0.15mm, supplied in flat, uncoiled forms. These products are critical in international trade for applications demanding high strength, excellent wear resistance, and good corrosion properties, often in environments where pure copper or brass might not suffice. They are widely used in heavy-duty bearings, marine propellers, specialized gears, architectural elements, and industrial machinery components. Countries with robust heavy industries, marine engineering, and specialized manufacturing, such as the United States, Germany, and Japan, are significant importers. Exporters typically include nations with advanced metallurgical processing capabilities and bronze production, like China, Germany, and South Korea. Trade often involves specifying particular bronze alloys (e.g., phosphor bronze, tin bronze), dimensions, surface finishes, and temper to meet the rigorous demands of their end-use applications.
- Covers
- Phosphor bronze plate
- Tin bronze sheet
- Bearing bronze plate
- Marine bronze sheet
- C51000 phosphor bronze plate
- C52100 phosphor bronze sheet
- Architectural bronze sheet
- Examples
- Wieland Bronze Plates
- KME Bronze Sheets
- Aurubis Phosphor Bronze Plates
- Lebronze Alloys Bronze Sheets
Codes often confused with 7409.39
Common mistake. This code is distinct from 740931, which covers bronze strip in coils, and 740929, which is for brass plates/sheets. The key differentiators are the specific copper-tin alloy and the uncoiled, flat form.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 740939, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 740939 in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 26% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Belgium, 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 $22M 26% of world exports
- 2 Malaysia $9.2M 11% of world exports
- 3 Taiwan* ~$7.3M 8.8% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $84M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Belgium $16M 12% of world imports
- 2 Czechia $15M 11% of world imports
- 3 Malaysia $11M 8.5% of world imports
World total: $134M 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. UN Comtrade records Taiwan as "Other Asia, not elsewhere specified". Saudi Arabia's exports under that code are left out: they are far too large to be trade with Taiwan, so mostly undisclosed partners. 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 7409.39
Brazil does not split HS 7409.39: its NCM code is 7409.39.00.
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 7409.39
What is HS code 740939?
HS code 740939 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Copper; plates and sheets, of a thickness exceeding 0.15mm, of copper-tin base alloys, not in coils. This HS code encompasses bronze plates and sheets (copper-tin base alloys) with a thickness exceeding 0.15mm, supplied in flat, uncoiled forms. These products are critical in international trade for applications demanding high strength, excellent wear resistance, and good corrosion properties, often in environments where pure copper or brass might not suffice. They are widely used in heavy-duty bearings, marine propellers, specialized gears, architectural elements, and industrial machinery components. Countries with robust heavy industries, marine engineering, and specialized manufacturing, such as the United States, Germany, and Japan, are significant importers. Exporters typically include nations with advanced metallurgical processing capabilities and bronze production, like China, Germany, and South Korea. Trade often involves specifying particular bronze alloys (e.g., phosphor bronze, tin bronze), dimensions, surface finishes, and temper to meet the rigorous demands of their end-use applications.
What products fall under HS code 740939?
Phosphor bronze plate, Tin bronze sheet, Bearing bronze plate, Marine bronze sheet, C51000 phosphor bronze plate, C52100 phosphor bronze sheet, Architectural bronze sheet
What are common misclassifications for HS code 740939?
This code is distinct from 740931, which covers bronze strip in coils, and 740929, which is for brass plates/sheets. The key differentiators are the specific copper-tin alloy and the uncoiled, flat form.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 740939?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 740939 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($22M, 26% of world exports), Malaysia ($9.2M) and Taiwan (about $7.3M). World exports came to about $84M, 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 740939?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 740939 in UN Comtrade data were Belgium ($16M, 12% of world imports), Czechia ($15M) and Malaysia ($11M). World imports came to about $134M, 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 740939 structured?
HS code 740939 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 (39) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 740939?
In Brazil, HS code 740939 is NCM 7409.39.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.