HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 7804.19 – Lead; plates, sheets, strip and foil, of a thickness (excluding any backing) exceeding 0.2mm
HS code 7804.19 is the 6-digit subheading for lead, plates, sheets, strip and foil, of a thickness (excluding any backing) exceeding 0.2mm. It is used for lead plates for radiation shielding, thick lead sheets for sound insulation, lead sheets for roofing, lead plates for ballast weights and lead strip for industrial gaskets.
What HS 7804.19 covers
This HS code encompasses thicker forms of lead, specifically plates, sheets, strip, and foil, where the thickness exceeds 0.2mm, excluding any backing. These heavier lead products are primarily utilized for applications requiring substantial mass, density, and radiation attenuation. Common uses include heavy-duty radiation shielding in nuclear facilities and medical environments, soundproofing in industrial settings, roofing and waterproofing in construction, and as ballast weights. Countries with robust heavy industry and specialized metal rolling capabilities, such as China, Germany, and the USA, are prominent exporters. Importers are typically nations with significant infrastructure projects, nuclear power industries, or advanced medical facilities that require these substantial lead components. The trade is influenced by global construction trends, energy sector developments, and healthcare infrastructure investments.
- Covers
- Lead plates for radiation shielding
- Thick lead sheets for sound insulation
- Lead sheets for roofing
- Lead plates for ballast weights
- Lead strip for industrial gaskets
- Lead sheets for vibration damping
- Examples
- Lead sheets for X-ray room walls
- lead plates for nuclear reactor shielding
- heavy lead sheets for soundproofing in recording studios
- lead flashing for commercial roofs
- lead ballast weights for marine applications
Codes often confused with 7804.19
Common mistake. The primary distinction for this code is the thickness exceeding 0.2mm, differentiating it from 780411. Confusion can arise if the thickness measurement is inaccurate or if the product is a fabricated article rather than a basic sheet/plate.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 780419, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 780419 in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 21% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 23% 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 $70M 21% of world exports
- 2 Czechia $70M 21% of world exports
- 3 United Kingdom $43M 13% of world exports
World total: $335M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $71M 23% of world imports
- 2 France $47M 15% of world imports
- 3 Malaysia $33M 11% of world imports
World total: $308M 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 7804.19
Brazil does not split HS 7804.19: its NCM code is 7804.19.00.
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 7804.19
What is HS code 780419?
HS code 780419 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Lead; plates, sheets, strip and foil, of a thickness (excluding any backing) exceeding 0.2mm. This HS code encompasses thicker forms of lead, specifically plates, sheets, strip, and foil, where the thickness exceeds 0.2mm, excluding any backing. These heavier lead products are primarily utilized for applications requiring substantial mass, density, and radiation attenuation. Common uses include heavy-duty radiation shielding in nuclear facilities and medical environments, soundproofing in industrial settings, roofing and waterproofing in construction, and as ballast weights. Countries with robust heavy industry and specialized metal rolling capabilities, such as China, Germany, and the USA, are prominent exporters. Importers are typically nations with significant infrastructure projects, nuclear power industries, or advanced medical facilities that require these substantial lead components. The trade is influenced by global construction trends, energy sector developments, and healthcare infrastructure investments.
What products fall under HS code 780419?
Lead plates for radiation shielding, Thick lead sheets for sound insulation, Lead sheets for roofing, Lead plates for ballast weights, Lead strip for industrial gaskets, Lead sheets for vibration damping
What are common misclassifications for HS code 780419?
The primary distinction for this code is the thickness exceeding 0.2mm, differentiating it from 780411. Confusion can arise if the thickness measurement is inaccurate or if the product is a fabricated article rather than a basic sheet/plate.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 780419?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 780419 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($70M, 21% of world exports), Czechia ($70M) and the United Kingdom ($43M). World exports came to about $335M, 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 780419?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 780419 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($71M, 23% of world imports), France ($47M) and Malaysia ($33M). World imports came to about $308M, 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 780419 structured?
HS code 780419 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 (19) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 780419?
In Brazil, HS code 780419 is NCM 7804.19.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.