HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 7410.22 – Copper; foil, backed with paper, paperboard, plastics or similar backing material, of a thickness (excluding any backing) not exceeding 0.15mm, of copper alloys

HS code 7410.22 is the 6-digit subheading for copper, foil, backed with paper, paperboard, plastics or similar backing material, of a thickness (excluding any backing) not exceeding 0.15mm, of copper alloys. It is used for brass foil with PET backing, bronze foil with paper backing, cupro-nickel foil with polyimide backing, alloy copper clad laminates and EMI shielding alloy foil.

What HS 7410.22 covers

This HS code covers copper alloy foil that is backed with materials such as paper, paperboard, or plastics, where the copper alloy layer's thickness does not exceed 0.15mm. The backing provides support, insulation, or facilitates processing, making these composite foils essential in various industrial applications. Countries with strong manufacturing bases in electronics, automotive, and specialized construction are primary importers, seeking materials for components requiring specific electrical, thermal, or mechanical properties. Exporters typically include nations with advanced metallurgical industries and sophisticated material lamination technologies. The specific alloy composition, the type of backing, and the overall composite structure are critical factors influencing trade, as they dictate performance in demanding environments like high-frequency circuits, flexible connectors, or heat dissipation systems.

Covers
  • Brass foil with PET backing
  • Bronze foil with paper backing
  • Cupro-nickel foil with polyimide backing
  • Alloy copper clad laminates
  • EMI shielding alloy foil
  • Flexible circuit alloy foil
  • Decorative alloy copper laminate
Examples
  • Arlon Materials for Electronics
  • Isola Group Copper Clad Laminates
  • Rogers Corporation Advanced Circuit Materials
  • TUC Copper Clad Laminates

Codes often confused with 7410.22

Common mistake. This code can be confused with 741021 if the copper alloy is mistaken for refined copper, or with 741012 if the backing material is overlooked during classification.

Top exporters and importers of HS code 741022, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 741022 in UN Comtrade data was Japan, with 84% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the Philippines, with 58% 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. 1 Japan $505M
  2. 2 Malaysia $28M
  3. 3 Singapore $11M

World total: $603M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Philippines $193M
  2. 2 Malaysia $51M
  3. 3 Italy $22M

World total: $330M 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 7410.22

Brazil does not split HS 7410.22: its NCM code is 7410.22.00.

  1. 7410.22.00 Backed copper alloy foilDe ligas de cobre

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 7410.22

What is HS code 741022?

HS code 741022 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Copper; foil, backed with paper, paperboard, plastics or similar backing material, of a thickness (excluding any backing) not exceeding 0.15mm, of copper alloys. This HS code covers copper alloy foil that is backed with materials such as paper, paperboard, or plastics, where the copper alloy layer's thickness does not exceed 0.15mm. The backing provides support, insulation, or facilitates processing, making these composite foils essential in various industrial applications. Countries with strong manufacturing bases in electronics, automotive, and specialized construction are primary importers, seeking materials for components requiring specific electrical, thermal, or mechanical properties. Exporters typically include nations with advanced metallurgical industries and sophisticated material lamination technologies. The specific alloy composition, the type of backing, and the overall composite structure are critical factors influencing trade, as they dictate performance in demanding environments like high-frequency circuits, flexible connectors, or heat dissipation systems.

What products fall under HS code 741022?

Brass foil with PET backing, Bronze foil with paper backing, Cupro-nickel foil with polyimide backing, Alloy copper clad laminates, EMI shielding alloy foil, Flexible circuit alloy foil, Decorative alloy copper laminate

What are common misclassifications for HS code 741022?

This code can be confused with 741021 if the copper alloy is mistaken for refined copper, or with 741012 if the backing material is overlooked during classification.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 741022?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 741022 in UN Comtrade data were Japan ($505M, 84% of world exports), Malaysia ($28M) and Singapore ($11M). World exports came to about $603M, 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 741022?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 741022 in UN Comtrade data were the Philippines ($193M, 58% of world imports), Malaysia ($51M) and Italy ($22M). World imports came to about $330M, 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 741022 structured?

HS code 741022 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 (22) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.

What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 741022?

In Brazil, HS code 741022 is NCM 7410.22.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.