HS Code Subheading

Copper; plates, sheets and strip, of a thickness exceeding 0.15mm, of copper-nickel base alloys (cupro-nickel) or copper-nickel-zinc base alloys (nickel silver)

7409.40 Subheading
Section XV — Base metals and articles of base metal

About HS Code 740940

This HS code covers plates, sheets, and strip of cupro-nickel (copper-nickel base alloys) and nickel silver (copper-nickel-zinc base alloys), all exceeding 0.15mm in thickness. These specialized alloys are highly valued in international trade for their exceptional corrosion resistance, particularly in saltwater environments, good strength, and attractive appearance. Cupro-nickel is extensively used in marine applications (ship hulls, piping, heat exchangers), coinage, and desalination plants. Nickel silver, despite its name, contains no silver but is prized for its hardness, wear resistance, and silvery appearance, making it suitable for musical instruments, optical equipment, and decorative items. Major importers are countries with significant marine industries, mints, and precision manufacturing, such as the United States, South Korea, and Germany. Exporters often include nations with advanced metallurgical capabilities, like China, Germany, and Japan. Trade focuses on specific alloy compositions (e.g., C70600, C71500 cupro-nickel; C75200, C77000 nickel silver), dimensions, and surface quality.

Products Under This Code

Cupro-nickel plate, Nickel silver sheet, C70600 cupro-nickel strip, C71500 cupro-nickel plate, C75200 nickel silver sheet, Marine grade cupro-nickel, Coinage cupro-nickel strip

Real World Examples

Wieland Cupro-Nickel Sheets, KME Nickel Silver Strip, Aurubis Cupro-Nickel Plates, Lebronze Alloys Nickel Silver

Common Misclassification

This code is specific to copper-nickel and copper-nickel-zinc alloys. It can be confused with other copper alloy plates/sheets/strips (e.g., 74092x for brass, 74093x for bronze) if the specific alloy composition is not correctly identified.

Products Classified Under 7409.40

Cupronickel plateNickel silver sheetCupronickel strip

Related Codes

7409.11 Copper; strip, of a thickness exceeding 0.15mm, of refined copper, in coils 7409.19 Copper; plates and sheets, of a thickness exceeding 0.15mm, of refined copper, not in coils 7409.21 Copper; strip, of a thickness exceeding 0.15mm, of copper-zinc base alloys (brass), in coils 7409.29 Copper; plates and sheets, of a thickness exceeding 0.15mm, of copper-zinc base alloys (brass), not in coils 7409.31 Copper; strip, of a thickness exceeding 0.15mm, of copper-tin base alloys (bronze), in coils 7409.39 Copper; plates and sheets, of a thickness exceeding 0.15mm, of copper-tin base alloys, not in coils 7409.90 Copper; plates, sheets and strip, of a thickness exceeding 0.15mm, of copper alloys (other than copper-zinc base alloys, copper-tin base alloys, copper-nickel base alloys or copper-nickel-zinc base alloys)

Industry

This code belongs to the Metals & Metal Products industry.

Trade Overview

Top importers include the USA, South Korea, and Germany, while China, Germany, and Japan are leading exporters.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 740940?

HS code 740940 covers: Copper; plates, sheets and strip, of a thickness exceeding 0.15mm, of copper-nickel base alloys (cupro-nickel) or copper-nickel-zinc base alloys (nickel silver). This HS code covers plates, sheets, and strip of cupro-nickel (copper-nickel base alloys) and nickel silver (copper-nickel-zinc base alloys), all exceeding 0.15mm in thickness. These specialized alloys are highly valued in international trade for their exceptional corrosion resistance, particularly in saltwater environments, good strength, and attractive appearance. Cupro-nickel is extensively used in marine applications (ship hulls, piping, heat exchangers), coinage, and desalination plants. Nickel silver, despite its name, contains no silver but is prized for its hardness, wear resistance, and silvery appearance, making it suitable for musical instruments, optical equipment, and decorative items. Major importers are countries with significant marine industries, mints, and precision manufacturing, such as the United States, South Korea, and Germany. Exporters often include nations with advanced metallurgical capabilities, like China, Germany, and Japan. Trade focuses on specific alloy compositions (e.g., C70600, C71500 cupro-nickel; C75200, C77000 nickel silver), dimensions, and surface quality.

What products fall under HS code 740940?

Cupro-nickel plate, Nickel silver sheet, C70600 cupro-nickel strip, C71500 cupro-nickel plate, C75200 nickel silver sheet, Marine grade cupro-nickel, Coinage cupro-nickel strip

What are common misclassifications for HS code 740940?

This code is specific to copper-nickel and copper-nickel-zinc alloys. It can be confused with other copper alloy plates/sheets/strips (e.g., 74092x for brass, 74093x for bronze) if the specific alloy composition is not correctly identified.

How is HS code 740940 structured?

HS code 740940 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 (40) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.