HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 7804.11 – Lead; sheets, strip and foil, of a thickness (excluding any backing) not exceeding 0.2mm
HS code 7804.11 is the 6-digit subheading for lead, sheets, strip and foil, of a thickness (excluding any backing) not exceeding 0.2mm. It is used for lead foil for radiation shielding, thin lead sheets for soundproofing, lead strip for stained glass, lead foil for roofing flashings and lead foil for specialized gaskets.
What HS 7804.11 covers
This HS code covers thin lead products, specifically sheets, strip, and foil, where the thickness does not exceed 0.2mm, excluding any backing material. These thin forms of lead are valued for their malleability, density, and radiation shielding properties, making them suitable for specialized applications. They are often used in medical imaging (X-ray protection), soundproofing, roofing, and as components in certain electronic devices or specialized packaging. Countries with advanced manufacturing capabilities in rolling and processing metals, such as Germany, Japan, and the USA, are typically key exporters. Importers include nations with industries requiring these specific thin lead products for their own manufacturing processes, particularly in healthcare, construction, and specialized industrial sectors. The trade is driven by demand for high-performance materials in niche applications.
- Covers
- Lead foil for radiation shielding
- Thin lead sheets for soundproofing
- Lead strip for stained glass
- Lead foil for roofing flashings
- Lead foil for specialized gaskets
- Lead foil for X-ray aprons
- Examples
- Radiation shielding lead foil from MarShield
- lead strip for stained glass from Cascade Metals
- thin lead sheets used in soundproofing panels
- lead foil for medical X-ray rooms
Codes often confused with 7804.11
Common mistake. This code is distinguished from 780419 by the critical thickness threshold of 0.2mm. Misclassification can occur if the thickness is not precisely measured or if backing material is incorrectly included in the thickness calculation.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 780411, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 780411 in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 45% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Malaysia, with 19% 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 Germany $14M 45% of world exports
- 2 United States $4.7M 15% of world exports
- 3 China $2.5M 7.8% of world exports
World total: $32M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Malaysia $6.3M 19% of world imports
- 2 Belgium $4.4M 13% of world imports
- 3 United States $4.1M 12% of world imports
World total: $34M 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 7804.11
Brazil does not split HS 7804.11: its NCM code is 7804.11.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 78.04 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 7804.11
What is HS code 780411?
HS code 780411 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Lead; sheets, strip and foil, of a thickness (excluding any backing) not exceeding 0.2mm. This HS code covers thin lead products, specifically sheets, strip, and foil, where the thickness does not exceed 0.2mm, excluding any backing material. These thin forms of lead are valued for their malleability, density, and radiation shielding properties, making them suitable for specialized applications. They are often used in medical imaging (X-ray protection), soundproofing, roofing, and as components in certain electronic devices or specialized packaging. Countries with advanced manufacturing capabilities in rolling and processing metals, such as Germany, Japan, and the USA, are typically key exporters. Importers include nations with industries requiring these specific thin lead products for their own manufacturing processes, particularly in healthcare, construction, and specialized industrial sectors. The trade is driven by demand for high-performance materials in niche applications.
What products fall under HS code 780411?
Lead foil for radiation shielding, Thin lead sheets for soundproofing, Lead strip for stained glass, Lead foil for roofing flashings, Lead foil for specialized gaskets, Lead foil for X-ray aprons
What are common misclassifications for HS code 780411?
This code is distinguished from 780419 by the critical thickness threshold of 0.2mm. Misclassification can occur if the thickness is not precisely measured or if backing material is incorrectly included in the thickness calculation.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 780411?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 780411 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($14M, 45% of world exports), the United States ($4.7M) and China ($2.5M). World exports came to about $32M, 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 780411?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 780411 in UN Comtrade data were Malaysia ($6.3M, 19% of world imports), Belgium ($4.4M) and the United States ($4.1M). World imports came to about $34M, 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 780411 structured?
HS code 780411 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (78) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (04) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (11) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 780411?
In Brazil, HS code 780411 is NCM 7804.11.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.