HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8102.96 – Molybdenum; wire
HS code 8102.96 is the 6-digit subheading for molybdenum, wire. It is used for molybdenum heating wire, molybdenum EDM wire, molybdenum filament wire, molybdenum medical wire and molybdenum sputtering wire.
What HS 8102.96 covers
This HS code specifically covers molybdenum in wire form, a highly specialized product essential for various high-tech applications. Molybdenum wire is prized for its high melting point, excellent electrical conductivity, and resistance to creep at elevated temperatures. Key importers are countries with advanced manufacturing industries, particularly in electronics, lighting, and medical device production, such as South Korea, Japan, Germany, and the United States. Exporters typically include nations with sophisticated metallurgical processing capabilities and access to raw molybdenum, like China, the United States, and Austria. The trade in molybdenum wire is driven by its critical role in components like heating elements, filament supports, and EDM (Electrical Discharge Machining) applications. Understanding the wire's diameter, tensile strength, and surface finish is crucial for trade, as these properties dictate its suitability for specific industrial uses.
- Covers
- Molybdenum heating wire
- Molybdenum EDM wire
- Molybdenum filament wire
- Molybdenum medical wire
- Molybdenum sputtering wire
- Molybdenum thermocouple wire
- Examples
- Plansee Molybdenum Wire
- H.C. Starck Molybdenum Wire
- Elmet Technologies Molybdenum Wire
- A.L.M.T. Molybdenum Wire
Codes often confused with 8102.96
Common mistake. This code could be mistaken for 810295 (molybdenum bars, rods, etc.) if the wire is very thick, or 810299 (other molybdenum articles) if it's part of a more complex assembly.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 810296, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 810296 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 48% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was India, with 32% 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 China $22M 48% of world exports
- 2 India $10M 22% of world exports
- 3 South Korea $3.7M 8.0% of world exports
World total: $47M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 India $20M 32% of world imports
- 2 China $7.3M 12% of world imports
- 3 Germany $5.7M 9.4% of world imports
World total: $61M 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 8102.96
Brazil does not split HS 8102.96: its NCM code is 8102.96.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 81.02 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8102.96
What is HS code 810296?
HS code 810296 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Molybdenum; wire. This HS code specifically covers molybdenum in wire form, a highly specialized product essential for various high-tech applications. Molybdenum wire is prized for its high melting point, excellent electrical conductivity, and resistance to creep at elevated temperatures. Key importers are countries with advanced manufacturing industries, particularly in electronics, lighting, and medical device production, such as South Korea, Japan, Germany, and the United States. Exporters typically include nations with sophisticated metallurgical processing capabilities and access to raw molybdenum, like China, the United States, and Austria. The trade in molybdenum wire is driven by its critical role in components like heating elements, filament supports, and EDM (Electrical Discharge Machining) applications. Understanding the wire's diameter, tensile strength, and surface finish is crucial for trade, as these properties dictate its suitability for specific industrial uses.
What products fall under HS code 810296?
Molybdenum heating wire, Molybdenum EDM wire, Molybdenum filament wire, Molybdenum medical wire, Molybdenum sputtering wire, Molybdenum thermocouple wire
What are common misclassifications for HS code 810296?
This code could be mistaken for 810295 (molybdenum bars, rods, etc.) if the wire is very thick, or 810299 (other molybdenum articles) if it's part of a more complex assembly.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 810296?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 810296 in UN Comtrade data were China ($22M, 48% of world exports), India ($10M) and South Korea ($3.7M). World exports came to about $47M, 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 810296?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 810296 in UN Comtrade data were India ($20M, 32% of world imports), China ($7.3M) and Germany ($5.7M). World imports came to about $61M, 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 810296 structured?
HS code 810296 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (81) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (02) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (96) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 810296?
In Brazil, HS code 810296 is NCM 8102.96.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.