HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 7508.90 – Nickel; articles thereof n.e.c. in item no. 7508.1
HS code 7508.90 is the 6-digit subheading for nickel, articles thereof n.e.c. in item no. 7508.1. It is used for nickel anodes, nickel coinage blanks, nickel battery casings, nickel electrical contacts and nickel laboratory crucibles.
What HS 7508.90 covers
This HS code serves as a residual category for "other articles of nickel" not specifically covered elsewhere in heading 7508 (which primarily covers wire products like cloth, grill, and netting). It captures a diverse range of finished or semi-finished nickel products that leverage nickel's unique properties like corrosion resistance, magnetic characteristics, or electrical conductivity. Importers span various sectors, from specialized industrial manufacturers needing custom components to consumer goods producers incorporating nickel for durability or aesthetics. Exporters are typically countries with advanced manufacturing capabilities in metallurgy and precision engineering. Due to its "not elsewhere specified" nature, trade under this code can be highly varied, encompassing items from small stamped parts to complex fabricated structures. Key considerations include the specific application, material grade (pure nickel or alloy), surface finish, and adherence to any relevant industry standards. This code highlights the versatility of nickel as a material across numerous industrial and commercial applications.
- Covers
- Nickel anodes
- Nickel coinage blanks
- Nickel battery casings
- Nickel electrical contacts
- Nickel laboratory crucibles
- Nickel sputtering targets
- Nickel decorative trim
- Examples
- Umicore (anodes)
- Johnson Matthey (catalysts)
- Heraeus (sputtering targets)
- VDM Metals (custom parts)
- Special Metals (fabricated components)
Codes often confused with 7508.90
Common mistake. This code is a catch-all, making misclassification common with other "other articles" codes for different metals, such as 741980 (other articles of copper) or 761699 (other articles of aluminium), if the primary material is not correctly identified. It's crucial to confirm the predominant nickel content.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 750890, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 750890 in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 42% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, 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 United States $1.8B 42% of world exports
- 2 United Kingdom $779M 18% of world exports
- 3 France $305M 7.0% of world exports
World total: $4.4B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $515M 13% of world imports
- 2 United Kingdom $376M 9.3% of world imports
- 3 Türkiye $330M 8.1% of world imports
World total: $4.1B 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 7508.90 2
Brazil splits HS 7508.90 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 7508.90.10 Hollow nickel cylinders for natural gas reformersCilindros ocos de seção variável, obtidos por centrifugação, do tipo utilizado em reformadores estequiométricos de gás natural
- 7508.90.90 Other nickel articles, not listed elsewhereOutras
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 75.08 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 7508.90
What is HS code 750890?
HS code 750890 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Nickel; articles thereof n.e.c. in item no. 7508.1. This HS code serves as a residual category for "other articles of nickel" not specifically covered elsewhere in heading 7508 (which primarily covers wire products like cloth, grill, and netting). It captures a diverse range of finished or semi-finished nickel products that leverage nickel's unique properties like corrosion resistance, magnetic characteristics, or electrical conductivity. Importers span various sectors, from specialized industrial manufacturers needing custom components to consumer goods producers incorporating nickel for durability or aesthetics. Exporters are typically countries with advanced manufacturing capabilities in metallurgy and precision engineering. Due to its "not elsewhere specified" nature, trade under this code can be highly varied, encompassing items from small stamped parts to complex fabricated structures. Key considerations include the specific application, material grade (pure nickel or alloy), surface finish, and adherence to any relevant industry standards. This code highlights the versatility of nickel as a material across numerous industrial and commercial applications.
What products fall under HS code 750890?
Nickel anodes, Nickel coinage blanks, Nickel battery casings, Nickel electrical contacts, Nickel laboratory crucibles, Nickel sputtering targets, Nickel decorative trim
What are common misclassifications for HS code 750890?
This code is a catch-all, making misclassification common with other "other articles" codes for different metals, such as 741980 (other articles of copper) or 761699 (other articles of aluminium), if the primary material is not correctly identified. It's crucial to confirm the predominant nickel content.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 750890?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 750890 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($1.8B, 42% of world exports), the United Kingdom ($779M) and France ($305M). World exports came to about $4.4B, 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 750890?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 750890 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($515M, 13% of world imports), the United Kingdom ($376M) and Türkiye ($330M). World imports came to about $4.1B, 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 750890 structured?
HS code 750890 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (75) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (08) 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 750890?
Brazil splits HS code 750890 into 2 NCM codes: 7508.90.10 (Hollow nickel cylinders for natural gas reformers), 7508.90.90 (Other nickel articles, not listed elsewhere). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.