HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 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)
HS code 7409.90 is the 6-digit subheading for 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). It is used for copper-chromium alloy sheets, copper-beryllium alloy plates, copper-silicon alloy strips, copper-manganese alloy sheets and tellurium copper plates.
What HS 7409.90 covers
This category encompasses plates, sheets, and strip of copper alloys, with a thickness exceeding 0.15mm, specifically excluding common copper-zinc (brass), copper-tin (bronze), copper-nickel, and copper-nickel-zinc base alloys. These specialized copper alloys are traded for their unique properties, such as enhanced corrosion resistance, specific electrical or thermal conductivity, or superior mechanical strength, making them indispensable in niche industrial applications. Key importers and exporters include manufacturers in marine engineering, chemical processing, specialized electrical components, and high-performance industrial machinery. Understanding the precise alloy composition and its intended application is crucial for accurate classification and successful trade, as these materials often serve critical functions where standard alloys are insufficient.
- Covers
- Copper-chromium alloy sheets
- Copper-beryllium alloy plates
- Copper-silicon alloy strips
- Copper-manganese alloy sheets
- Tellurium copper plates
- Zirconium copper strips
- Examples
- Wieland copper alloy sheets
- Aurubis specialty copper plates
- KME copper alloy strips
- Lebronze Alloys plates
Codes often confused with 7409.90
Common mistake. This code is often confused with other copper alloy sheets (e.g., 740921 for copper-zinc, 740931 for copper-tin, 740940 for copper-nickel) due to its specific exclusion criteria for common alloys.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 740990, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 740990 in UN Comtrade data was Japan, with 28% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 13% 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 Japan $290M 28% of world exports
- 2 Germany $261M 26% of world exports
- 3 South Korea $90M 8.9% of world exports
World total: $1.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $158M 13% of world imports
- 2 Taiwan* ~$114M 9.1% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Malaysia $114M 9.1% of world imports
World total: $1.3B 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 7409.90
Brazil does not split HS 7409.90: its NCM code is 7409.90.00.
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 7409.90
What is HS code 740990?
HS code 740990 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: 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). This category encompasses plates, sheets, and strip of copper alloys, with a thickness exceeding 0.15mm, specifically excluding common copper-zinc (brass), copper-tin (bronze), copper-nickel, and copper-nickel-zinc base alloys. These specialized copper alloys are traded for their unique properties, such as enhanced corrosion resistance, specific electrical or thermal conductivity, or superior mechanical strength, making them indispensable in niche industrial applications. Key importers and exporters include manufacturers in marine engineering, chemical processing, specialized electrical components, and high-performance industrial machinery. Understanding the precise alloy composition and its intended application is crucial for accurate classification and successful trade, as these materials often serve critical functions where standard alloys are insufficient.
What products fall under HS code 740990?
Copper-chromium alloy sheets, copper-beryllium alloy plates, copper-silicon alloy strips, copper-manganese alloy sheets, tellurium copper plates, zirconium copper strips
What are common misclassifications for HS code 740990?
This code is often confused with other copper alloy sheets (e.g., 740921 for copper-zinc, 740931 for copper-tin, 740940 for copper-nickel) due to its specific exclusion criteria for common alloys.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 740990?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 740990 in UN Comtrade data were Japan ($290M, 28% of world exports), Germany ($261M) and South Korea ($90M). World exports came to about $1.0B, 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 740990?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 740990 in UN Comtrade data were China ($158M, 13% of world imports), Taiwan (about $114M) and Malaysia ($114M). World imports came to about $1.3B, 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.
How is HS code 740990 structured?
HS code 740990 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 (90) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 740990?
In Brazil, HS code 740990 is NCM 7409.90.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.