HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 7410.12 – Copper; foil, not backed, of a thickness not exceeding 0.15mm, of copper alloys
HS code 7410.12 is the 6-digit subheading for copper, foil, not backed, of a thickness not exceeding 0.15mm, of copper alloys. It is used for brass foil, bronze foil, cupro-nickel foil, beryllium copper foil and phosphor bronze foil.
What HS 7410.12 covers
This code covers unbacked copper alloy foil, a crucial material in various high-tech and industrial applications. Its thinness, typically not exceeding 0.15mm, makes it ideal for uses requiring flexibility, conductivity, and corrosion resistance. Major importers are often countries with advanced manufacturing sectors, particularly in electronics, automotive, and construction. Exporters include nations with significant copper refining and processing capabilities, such as Chile, China, and Germany. Key things to know involve the specific alloy composition, which dictates its properties and end-use, and the surface finish, critical for bonding and performance. The global trade in this foil is driven by demand for miniaturization in electronics and lightweighting in other industries, making quality control and adherence to international standards paramount for both buyers and sellers.
- Covers
- Brass foil
- Bronze foil
- Cupro-nickel foil
- Beryllium copper foil
- Phosphor bronze foil
- Nickel silver foil
- Copper-tin alloy foil
- Examples
- KME Brass Foil
- Wieland Cupro-nickel Foil
- Olin Brass Alloy Foil
- Mitsubishi Materials Copper Alloy Foil
Codes often confused with 7410.12
Common mistake. This code might be confused with 741022 (backed copper alloy foil) if the backing material is mistakenly overlooked, or with 7409 (copper plates, sheets, strip, of a thickness exceeding 0.15mm) if the thickness limit is not strictly observed.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 741012, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 741012 in UN Comtrade data was Japan, with 57% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 42% 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 $389M 57% of world exports
- 2 China $90M 13% of world exports
- 3 Germany $37M 5.4% of world exports
World total: $681M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $291M 42% of world imports
- 2 South Korea $74M 11% of world imports
- 3 Taiwan* ~$51M 7.4% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $690M 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 7410.12
Brazil does not split HS 7410.12: its NCM code is 7410.12.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 74.10 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 7410.12
What is HS code 741012?
HS code 741012 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Copper; foil, not backed, of a thickness not exceeding 0.15mm, of copper alloys. This code covers unbacked copper alloy foil, a crucial material in various high-tech and industrial applications. Its thinness, typically not exceeding 0.15mm, makes it ideal for uses requiring flexibility, conductivity, and corrosion resistance. Major importers are often countries with advanced manufacturing sectors, particularly in electronics, automotive, and construction. Exporters include nations with significant copper refining and processing capabilities, such as Chile, China, and Germany. Key things to know involve the specific alloy composition, which dictates its properties and end-use, and the surface finish, critical for bonding and performance. The global trade in this foil is driven by demand for miniaturization in electronics and lightweighting in other industries, making quality control and adherence to international standards paramount for both buyers and sellers.
What products fall under HS code 741012?
Brass foil, Bronze foil, Cupro-nickel foil, Beryllium copper foil, Phosphor bronze foil, Nickel silver foil, Copper-tin alloy foil
What are common misclassifications for HS code 741012?
This code might be confused with 741022 (backed copper alloy foil) if the backing material is mistakenly overlooked, or with 7409 (copper plates, sheets, strip, of a thickness exceeding 0.15mm) if the thickness limit is not strictly observed.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 741012?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 741012 in UN Comtrade data were Japan ($389M, 57% of world exports), China ($90M) and Germany ($37M). World exports came to about $681M, 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 741012?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 741012 in UN Comtrade data were China ($291M, 42% of world imports), South Korea ($74M) and Taiwan (about $51M). World imports came to about $690M, 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 741012 structured?
HS code 741012 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (74) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (10) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (12) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 741012?
In Brazil, HS code 741012 is NCM 7410.12.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.