HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 9701.92 – Mosaics; executed entirely by hand, other than drawings of heading no. 4906, of an age not exceeding 100 years
HS code 9701.92 is the 6-digit subheading for mosaics, executed entirely by hand, other than drawings of heading no. 4906, of an age not exceeding 100 years. It is used for custom wall mosaics, artistic floor installations, decorative mosaic panels, architectural mosaic elements and religious mosaic artworks.
What HS 9701.92 covers
HS code 970192 specifically covers mosaics that are entirely executed by hand and are not older than 100 years. This category is crucial in international trade for contemporary or relatively recent artistic mosaic works, distinguishing them from antique pieces or mass-produced decorative tiles. Importers typically include art galleries, private collectors, interior designers working on luxury projects, and specialized art dealers seeking unique, high-value artistic installations or standalone pieces. Exporters are often individual artists, art studios, or galleries located in regions renowned for their mosaic traditions or vibrant art markets. Key considerations for trade include the artist's reputation, the materials used (e.g., smalti, natural stone, glass), the complexity of the design, and proper valuation for customs purposes, as these are often bespoke or limited-edition artworks rather than commodities.
- Covers
- Custom wall mosaics
- Artistic floor installations
- Decorative mosaic panels
- Architectural mosaic elements
- Religious mosaic artworks
- Portrait mosaics
- Landscape mosaic murals
- Tabletop mosaic art
- Examples
- Sicis Art Mosaics (custom projects)
- Bisazza (artistic installations)
- Orsoni Smalti Veneziani (materials for artists)
- works by contemporary mosaic artists like Sonia King
- Gaudi-inspired mosaic benches
Codes often confused with 9701.92
Common mistake. This code is often confused with 9706.00 for antiques exceeding 100 years, if the mosaic's age is misjudged, or with codes in Chapter 69 or 70 for mass-produced ceramic or glass tiles, as 970192 specifically covers hand-executed artistic mosaics.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 970192, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 970192 in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 30% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 33% of world imports. The United Arab Emirates did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 99% of its exports here ($3.2M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters. Uzbekistan did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 100% of its imports here ($3.2M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 United States $6.2M 30% of world exports
- 2 Germany $3.5M 17% of world exports
- 3 Italy $2.1M 9.9% of world exports
The United Arab Emirates did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 99% of its exports here ($3.2M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
World total: $21M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $5.4M 33% of world imports
- 2 Canada $1.7M 11% of world imports
- 3 Thailand $1.3M 7.9% of world imports
Uzbekistan did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 100% of its imports here ($3.2M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.
World total: $16M 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 9701.92
Brazil does not split HS 9701.92: its NCM code is 9701.92.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 97.01 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 9701.92
What is HS code 970192?
HS code 970192 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Mosaics; executed entirely by hand, other than drawings of heading no. 4906, of an age not exceeding 100 years. HS code 970192 specifically covers mosaics that are entirely executed by hand and are not older than 100 years. This category is crucial in international trade for contemporary or relatively recent artistic mosaic works, distinguishing them from antique pieces or mass-produced decorative tiles. Importers typically include art galleries, private collectors, interior designers working on luxury projects, and specialized art dealers seeking unique, high-value artistic installations or standalone pieces. Exporters are often individual artists, art studios, or galleries located in regions renowned for their mosaic traditions or vibrant art markets. Key considerations for trade include the artist's reputation, the materials used (e.g., smalti, natural stone, glass), the complexity of the design, and proper valuation for customs purposes, as these are often bespoke or limited-edition artworks rather than commodities.
What products fall under HS code 970192?
Custom wall mosaics, Artistic floor installations, Decorative mosaic panels, Architectural mosaic elements, Religious mosaic artworks, Portrait mosaics, Landscape mosaic murals, Tabletop mosaic art
What are common misclassifications for HS code 970192?
This code is often confused with 9706.00 for antiques exceeding 100 years, if the mosaic's age is misjudged, or with codes in Chapter 69 or 70 for mass-produced ceramic or glass tiles, as 970192 specifically covers hand-executed artistic mosaics.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 970192?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 970192 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($6.2M, 30% of world exports), Germany ($3.5M) and Italy ($2.1M). World exports came to about $21M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). The United Arab Emirates did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 99% of its exports here ($3.2M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 970192?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 970192 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($5.4M, 33% of world imports), Canada ($1.7M) and Thailand ($1.3M). World imports came to about $16M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Uzbekistan did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 100% of its imports here ($3.2M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.
How is HS code 970192 structured?
HS code 970192 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (97) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (01) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (92) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 970192?
In Brazil, HS code 970192 is NCM 9701.92.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.