HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 7411.22 – Copper; tubes and pipes, of copper-nickel base alloys (cupro-nickel) or copper-nickel-zinc base alloys (nickel silver)
HS code 7411.22 is the 6-digit subheading for copper, tubes and pipes, of copper-nickel base alloys (cupro-nickel) or copper-nickel-zinc base alloys (nickel silver). It is used for cupro-nickel marine pipes, cupro-nickel heat exchanger tubes, nickel silver musical instrument tubing, nickel silver decorative tubes and cupro-nickel desalination plant pipes.
What HS 7411.22 covers
This category encompasses tubes and pipes made from specialized copper alloys: copper-nickel (cupro-nickel) and copper-nickel-zinc (nickel silver). These alloys are highly sought after in international trade due to their superior corrosion resistance, particularly in saltwater environments, and excellent strength at elevated temperatures. Cupro-nickel is vital for marine, offshore, and power generation industries, while nickel silver finds uses in decorative applications, musical instruments, and electrical contacts. Major importers are countries with significant shipbuilding, chemical processing, and defense industries. Exporters are typically nations with advanced metallurgical capabilities and specialized alloy production, such as Germany, Japan, and the United States. Trade considerations include the specific alloy grade (e.g., 90/10 Cu-Ni, 70/30 Cu-Ni), dimensions, and adherence to stringent industry standards for critical applications.
- Covers
- Cupro-nickel marine pipes
- Cupro-nickel heat exchanger tubes
- Nickel silver musical instrument tubing
- Nickel silver decorative tubes
- Cupro-nickel desalination plant pipes
- Cupro-nickel offshore platform tubing
- Nickel silver electrical contact tubes
- Examples
- Sanha Cupro-nickel Pipes
- Wieland Cupro-nickel Tubes
- KME Cupro-nickel Tubing
- Outokumpu Cupro-nickel Pipes
Codes often confused with 7411.22
Common mistake. This code is distinct from 741121 (brass tubes) and 741129 (other copper alloy tubes) due to its specific copper-nickel or copper-nickel-zinc alloy composition.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 741122, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 741122 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 23% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 22% 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 China $78M 23% of world exports
- 2 Germany $67M 20% of world exports
- 3 South Korea $43M 13% of world exports
World total: $338M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $77M 22% of world imports
- 2 Germany $40M 11% of world imports
- 3 France $24M 6.7% of world imports
World total: $350M 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 codes for 7411.22 2
Brazil splits HS 7411.22 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 7411.22.10 Smooth cupro-nickel or nickel silver tubesNão aletados nem ranhurados
- 7411.22.90 Finned/grooved cupro-nickel or nickel silver tubesOutros
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 74.11 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 7411.22
What is HS code 741122?
HS code 741122 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Copper; tubes and pipes, of copper-nickel base alloys (cupro-nickel) or copper-nickel-zinc base alloys (nickel silver). This category encompasses tubes and pipes made from specialized copper alloys: copper-nickel (cupro-nickel) and copper-nickel-zinc (nickel silver). These alloys are highly sought after in international trade due to their superior corrosion resistance, particularly in saltwater environments, and excellent strength at elevated temperatures. Cupro-nickel is vital for marine, offshore, and power generation industries, while nickel silver finds uses in decorative applications, musical instruments, and electrical contacts. Major importers are countries with significant shipbuilding, chemical processing, and defense industries. Exporters are typically nations with advanced metallurgical capabilities and specialized alloy production, such as Germany, Japan, and the United States. Trade considerations include the specific alloy grade (e.g., 90/10 Cu-Ni, 70/30 Cu-Ni), dimensions, and adherence to stringent industry standards for critical applications.
What products fall under HS code 741122?
Cupro-nickel marine pipes, Cupro-nickel heat exchanger tubes, Nickel silver musical instrument tubing, Nickel silver decorative tubes, Cupro-nickel desalination plant pipes, Cupro-nickel offshore platform tubing, Nickel silver electrical contact tubes
What are common misclassifications for HS code 741122?
This code is distinct from 741121 (brass tubes) and 741129 (other copper alloy tubes) due to its specific copper-nickel or copper-nickel-zinc alloy composition.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 741122?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 741122 in UN Comtrade data were China ($78M, 23% of world exports), Germany ($67M) and South Korea ($43M). World exports came to about $338M, 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 741122?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 741122 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($77M, 22% of world imports), Germany ($40M) and France ($24M). World imports came to about $350M, 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 741122 structured?
HS code 741122 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (74) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (11) 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 741122?
Brazil splits HS code 741122 into 2 NCM codes: 7411.22.10 (Smooth cupro-nickel or nickel silver tubes), 7411.22.90 (Finned/grooved cupro-nickel or nickel silver tubes). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.