HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8104.19 – Magnesium; unwrought, containing less than 99.8% by weight of magnesium
HS code 8104.19 is the 6-digit subheading for magnesium, unwrought, containing less than 99.8% by weight of magnesium. It is used for magnesium ingots, magnesium alloy billets, magnesium alloy slabs, magnesium granules (less than 99.8%) and magnesium alloy pigs.
What HS 8104.19 covers
This code covers magnesium in its raw, unworked form, specifically alloys or less pure grades (below 99.8% by weight). It's a crucial material in industries requiring lightweight and strong components, such as automotive, aerospace, and electronics. Major importers are countries with advanced manufacturing sectors, like Germany, Japan, and the USA, which process it into various parts. Exporters often include countries with significant magnesium production capabilities, such as China, Russia, and Israel. Key things to know include its high reactivity, requiring careful handling and storage, and its increasing demand due to the push for fuel efficiency and lighter consumer goods. The purity level is critical for its application, with this specific code focusing on industrial-grade alloys rather than ultra-pure forms. Trade in this commodity is influenced by global industrial output and technological advancements driving material innovation.
- Covers
- Magnesium ingots
- Magnesium alloy billets
- Magnesium alloy slabs
- Magnesium granules (less than 99.8%)
- Magnesium alloy pigs
- Magnesium alloy bars
- Magnesium alloy chips
- Examples
- AZ91D magnesium alloy ingots
- AM50A magnesium alloy billets
- Elektron 21 magnesium alloy
- Mag-Lite magnesium alloy components (raw material)
- Dead Sea Magnesium ingots
Codes often confused with 8104.19
Common mistake. This code can be confused with 810411 (unwrought magnesium, 99.8% or more pure) due to the similar "unwrought magnesium" description, but the key differentiator is the purity level. It might also be confused with 810430 (magnesium waste and scrap) if the material is not clearly identified as primary unwrought metal.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 810419, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 810419 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 60% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 21% 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 $266M 60% of world exports
- 2 South Korea $42M 9.5% of world exports
- 3 Czechia $39M 8.8% of world exports
World total: $445M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $96M 21% of world imports
- 2 Canada $61M 14% of world imports
- 3 Germany $34M 7.4% of world imports
World total: $454M 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 8104.19
Brazil does not split HS 8104.19: its NCM code is 8104.19.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 81.04 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8104.19
What is HS code 810419?
HS code 810419 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Magnesium; unwrought, containing less than 99.8% by weight of magnesium. This code covers magnesium in its raw, unworked form, specifically alloys or less pure grades (below 99.8% by weight). It's a crucial material in industries requiring lightweight and strong components, such as automotive, aerospace, and electronics. Major importers are countries with advanced manufacturing sectors, like Germany, Japan, and the USA, which process it into various parts. Exporters often include countries with significant magnesium production capabilities, such as China, Russia, and Israel. Key things to know include its high reactivity, requiring careful handling and storage, and its increasing demand due to the push for fuel efficiency and lighter consumer goods. The purity level is critical for its application, with this specific code focusing on industrial-grade alloys rather than ultra-pure forms. Trade in this commodity is influenced by global industrial output and technological advancements driving material innovation.
What products fall under HS code 810419?
Magnesium ingots, Magnesium alloy billets, Magnesium alloy slabs, Magnesium granules (less than 99.8%), Magnesium alloy pigs, Magnesium alloy bars, Magnesium alloy chips
What are common misclassifications for HS code 810419?
This code can be confused with 810411 (unwrought magnesium, 99.8% or more pure) due to the similar "unwrought magnesium" description, but the key differentiator is the purity level. It might also be confused with 810430 (magnesium waste and scrap) if the material is not clearly identified as primary unwrought metal.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 810419?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 810419 in UN Comtrade data were China ($266M, 60% of world exports), South Korea ($42M) and Czechia ($39M). World exports came to about $445M, 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 810419?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 810419 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($96M, 21% of world imports), Canada ($61M) and Germany ($34M). World imports came to about $454M, 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 810419 structured?
HS code 810419 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (81) 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 810419?
In Brazil, HS code 810419 is NCM 8104.19.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.