HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8002.00 – Tin; waste and scrap
HS code 8002.00 is the 6-digit subheading for tin, waste and scrap. It is used for tin cans scrap, solder waste, tin plating waste, used tin anodes and tin dross.
What HS 8002.00 covers
This HS code encompasses tin in its waste and scrap forms, representing a crucial segment of the global recycling industry for this valuable metal. International trade in tin waste and scrap is driven by the demand for secondary raw materials, allowing manufacturers to reduce reliance on primary mining and lower production costs. Key players in this trade include countries with significant industrial output, particularly in electronics, packaging, and chemical sectors, which generate substantial tin-containing waste. Importers are typically refiners and smelters that process the scrap into reusable tin ingots or alloys, while exporters are often industrial facilities or specialized recycling companies. Understanding the purity and composition of the scrap is vital for accurate valuation and processing, as contamination can significantly impact its usability and market price. The trade also reflects global efforts towards circular economy principles, minimizing waste and maximizing resource efficiency.
- Covers
- Tin cans scrap
- Solder waste
- Tin plating waste
- Used tin anodes
- Tin dross
- Tin alloy scrap
- Britannia metal scrap
- Tin foil scrap
- Examples
- Recycled tin ingots (from scrap)
- Solder paste residue
- Tin-plated steel scrap
- Britannia metal scrap
- Tin-lead alloy waste
Codes often confused with 8002.00
Common mistake. This code can be confused with unwrought tin (800100) if the scrap is in relatively pure, large pieces, or with other non-ferrous metal scrap (e.g., 740400 for copper scrap) if not properly sorted and identified as predominantly tin.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 800200, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 800200 in UN Comtrade data was Malaysia, with 39% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Poland, with 41% 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 Malaysia $73M 39% of world exports
- 2 Germany $14M 7.5% of world exports
- 3 Netherlands $8.4M 4.5% of world exports
World total: $189M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Poland $68M 41% of world imports
- 2 Spain $25M 15% of world imports
- 3 Belgium $14M 8.5% of world imports
World total: $167M 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 8002.00
Brazil does not split HS 8002.00: its NCM code is 8002.00.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 80.02 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8002.00
What is HS code 800200?
HS code 800200 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Tin; waste and scrap. This HS code encompasses tin in its waste and scrap forms, representing a crucial segment of the global recycling industry for this valuable metal. International trade in tin waste and scrap is driven by the demand for secondary raw materials, allowing manufacturers to reduce reliance on primary mining and lower production costs. Key players in this trade include countries with significant industrial output, particularly in electronics, packaging, and chemical sectors, which generate substantial tin-containing waste. Importers are typically refiners and smelters that process the scrap into reusable tin ingots or alloys, while exporters are often industrial facilities or specialized recycling companies. Understanding the purity and composition of the scrap is vital for accurate valuation and processing, as contamination can significantly impact its usability and market price. The trade also reflects global efforts towards circular economy principles, minimizing waste and maximizing resource efficiency.
What products fall under HS code 800200?
Tin cans scrap, Solder waste, Tin plating waste, Used tin anodes, Tin dross, Tin alloy scrap, Britannia metal scrap, Tin foil scrap
What are common misclassifications for HS code 800200?
This code can be confused with unwrought tin (800100) if the scrap is in relatively pure, large pieces, or with other non-ferrous metal scrap (e.g., 740400 for copper scrap) if not properly sorted and identified as predominantly tin.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 800200?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 800200 in UN Comtrade data were Malaysia ($73M, 39% of world exports), Germany ($14M) and the Netherlands ($8.4M). World exports came to about $189M, 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 800200?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 800200 in UN Comtrade data were Poland ($68M, 41% of world imports), Spain ($25M) and Belgium ($14M). World imports came to about $167M, 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 800200 structured?
HS code 800200 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (80) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (02) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (00) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 800200?
In Brazil, HS code 800200 is NCM 8002.00.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.