HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8001.20 – Tin; unwrought, alloys
HS code 8001.20 is the 6-digit subheading for tin, unwrought, alloys. It is used for tin-lead solder alloys, lead-free solder alloys (e.g., Sn-Ag-Cu), babbitt metal (tin-based bearing alloy), pewter alloys and britannia metal.
What HS 8001.20 covers
This category covers unwrought tin that has been alloyed with other metals, such as lead, copper, antimony, or silver, to achieve specific enhanced properties. These tin alloys are predominantly utilized in the manufacturing of solders for electronics and plumbing, in bearing metals (like Babbitt metal), and in certain specialized casting applications. The trade in these alloys is characterized by strong demand from high-tech manufacturing sectors, particularly the electronics industry, where precise solder compositions are critical for product performance and reliability. Importers are typically manufacturing hubs with advanced industrial capabilities, while exporters include primary tin producers with alloying capabilities or specialized alloy manufacturers. Key considerations for trade include the precise alloy composition, compliance with industry standards (e.g., lead-free solder regulations), and the impact of raw material prices on the final product's cost and competitiveness in the global market.
- Covers
- Tin-lead solder alloys
- Lead-free solder alloys (e.g., Sn-Ag-Cu)
- Babbitt metal (tin-based bearing alloy)
- Pewter alloys
- Britannia metal
- Tin-antimony alloys
- Tin-copper alloys
- Solder ingots
- Examples
- Kester solder alloys
- Alpha Assembly Solutions lead-free solder
- Indium Corporation solder wire
- Multicore (Henkel) solder paste
- Hoyt Babbitt metal
Codes often confused with 8001.20
Common mistake. Often confused with 800110 (unwrought, non-alloyed tin) if the alloying elements are not properly identified, or with 800300 (tin bars, rods, profiles, wire) if the unwrought alloy is mistaken for a semi-finished product.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 800120, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 800120 in UN Comtrade data was Spain, with 23% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Belgium, with 27% 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 Spain $115M 23% of world exports
- 2 Malaysia $54M 11% of world exports
- 3 Philippines $34M 6.7% of world exports
World total: $501M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Belgium $151M 27% of world imports
- 2 China $95M 17% of world imports
- 3 Malaysia $66M 12% of world imports
World total: $570M 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 8001.20
Brazil does not split HS 8001.20: its NCM code is 8001.20.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 80.01 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8001.20
What is HS code 800120?
HS code 800120 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Tin; unwrought, alloys. This category covers unwrought tin that has been alloyed with other metals, such as lead, copper, antimony, or silver, to achieve specific enhanced properties. These tin alloys are predominantly utilized in the manufacturing of solders for electronics and plumbing, in bearing metals (like Babbitt metal), and in certain specialized casting applications. The trade in these alloys is characterized by strong demand from high-tech manufacturing sectors, particularly the electronics industry, where precise solder compositions are critical for product performance and reliability. Importers are typically manufacturing hubs with advanced industrial capabilities, while exporters include primary tin producers with alloying capabilities or specialized alloy manufacturers. Key considerations for trade include the precise alloy composition, compliance with industry standards (e.g., lead-free solder regulations), and the impact of raw material prices on the final product's cost and competitiveness in the global market.
What products fall under HS code 800120?
Tin-lead solder alloys, Lead-free solder alloys (e.g., Sn-Ag-Cu), Babbitt metal (tin-based bearing alloy), Pewter alloys, Britannia metal, Tin-antimony alloys, Tin-copper alloys, Solder ingots
What are common misclassifications for HS code 800120?
Often confused with 800110 (unwrought, non-alloyed tin) if the alloying elements are not properly identified, or with 800300 (tin bars, rods, profiles, wire) if the unwrought alloy is mistaken for a semi-finished product.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 800120?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 800120 in UN Comtrade data were Spain ($115M, 23% of world exports), Malaysia ($54M) and the Philippines ($34M). World exports came to about $501M, 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 800120?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 800120 in UN Comtrade data were Belgium ($151M, 27% of world imports), China ($95M) and Malaysia ($66M). World imports came to about $570M, 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 800120 structured?
HS code 800120 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (80) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (01) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (20) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 800120?
In Brazil, HS code 800120 is NCM 8001.20.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.