HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8102.99 – Molybdenum; articles n.e.c. in heading no. 8102
HS code 8102.99 is the 6-digit subheading for molybdenum, articles n.e.c. in heading no. 8102. It is used for molybdenum crucibles, molybdenum heating elements, molybdenum sputtering targets, molybdenum electrodes and molybdenum furnace parts.
What HS 8102.99 covers
This "not elsewhere specified or included" (n.e.c.) code for molybdenum covers a diverse range of articles that are not specifically classified under other 8102 subheadings. These are typically finished or semi-finished molybdenum products that don't fit the descriptions of unwrought forms, bars, rods, wire, or waste/scrap. Importers are often specialized manufacturers in high-tech sectors such as aerospace, defense, electronics, and medical devices, located in countries like the United States, Germany, and Japan, requiring custom or niche molybdenum components. Exporters are usually countries with advanced metallurgical and precision manufacturing capabilities, including China, the United States, and various European nations. The trade in these articles is characterized by lower volumes but higher unit value, reflecting the specialized nature and engineering involved. Understanding the specific application and design of these articles is paramount for accurate classification and trade.
- Covers
- Molybdenum crucibles
- Molybdenum heating elements
- Molybdenum sputtering targets
- Molybdenum electrodes
- Molybdenum furnace parts
- Molybdenum radiation shields
- Molybdenum boat evaporators
- Examples
- Plansee Molybdenum Crucibles
- H.C. Starck Molybdenum Sputtering Targets
- Elmet Technologies Molybdenum Electrodes
- A.L.M.T. Molybdenum Heating Elements
Codes often confused with 8102.99
Common mistake. This code is often a "catch-all" and can be confused with more specific codes like 810295 (bars, plates) or 810296 (wire) if the article's primary form is ambiguous, or even with articles of other refractory metals if not clearly identified.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 810299, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 810299 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 34% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, 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 China $42M 34% of world exports
- 2 Uzbekistan* ~$19M 15% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 Bulgaria $18M 15% of world exports
World total: $123M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $32M 19% of world imports
- 2 South Korea $21M 13% of world imports
- 3 China $13M 7.7% 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 8102.99
Brazil does not split HS 8102.99: its NCM code is 8102.99.00.
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 8102.99
What is HS code 810299?
HS code 810299 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Molybdenum; articles n.e.c. in heading no. 8102. This "not elsewhere specified or included" (n.e.c.) code for molybdenum covers a diverse range of articles that are not specifically classified under other 8102 subheadings. These are typically finished or semi-finished molybdenum products that don't fit the descriptions of unwrought forms, bars, rods, wire, or waste/scrap. Importers are often specialized manufacturers in high-tech sectors such as aerospace, defense, electronics, and medical devices, located in countries like the United States, Germany, and Japan, requiring custom or niche molybdenum components. Exporters are usually countries with advanced metallurgical and precision manufacturing capabilities, including China, the United States, and various European nations. The trade in these articles is characterized by lower volumes but higher unit value, reflecting the specialized nature and engineering involved. Understanding the specific application and design of these articles is paramount for accurate classification and trade.
What products fall under HS code 810299?
Molybdenum crucibles, Molybdenum heating elements, Molybdenum sputtering targets, Molybdenum electrodes, Molybdenum furnace parts, Molybdenum radiation shields, Molybdenum boat evaporators
What are common misclassifications for HS code 810299?
This code is often a "catch-all" and can be confused with more specific codes like 810295 (bars, plates) or 810296 (wire) if the article's primary form is ambiguous, or even with articles of other refractory metals if not clearly identified.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 810299?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 810299 in UN Comtrade data were China ($42M, 34% of world exports), Uzbekistan (about $19M) and Bulgaria ($18M). World exports came to about $123M, 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 810299?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 810299 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($32M, 19% of world imports), South Korea ($21M) and China ($13M). 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 810299 structured?
HS code 810299 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 (99) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 810299?
In Brazil, HS code 810299 is NCM 8102.99.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.