Product classification
HS code for Abrasive rolls: 6805.30
Abrasive powder or grain, natural or artificial, on a base of materials n.e.c. in heading no. 6805, whether or not cut to shape or sewn or otherwise made up.
Classification of abrasive rolls under HS 6805.30
Abrasive rolls that do not consist exclusively of a textile or paper backing are classified under HS code 680530. This subheading serves as the "other" category within heading 6805, covering abrasive powder or grain on a base of materials not elsewhere specified. This includes backings made of vulcanized fiber, plastic film, or combination materials where paper and textile are bonded together to create a stronger substrate. The classification follows GRI 1 and 6, identifying that the product does not meet the specific criteria for 680510 (textile only) or 680520 (paper only). Abrasive rolls in this category are often used in industrial applications requiring high tensile strength or specific flexibility that pure paper or cloth cannot provide. The form of the product—being in a roll—is a commercial presentation, but the classification is driven by the physical properties of the backing material.
- Covers
- Abrasive rolls with vulcanized fiber backing
- Combination backing rolls (paper bonded to cloth)
- Abrasive grains on plastic film or polyester film
- Non-woven abrasive rolls (scuff pads in roll form)
- Reinforced abrasive strips for heavy-duty sanding
- Also under 6805.30
- 3M Cubitron II
- Norton Abrasives
- Mirka Abranet
- Bosch X-LOCK grinding discs
- Klingspor sanding belts
Codes often confused with 6805.30
Common mistake. The most frequent error is classifying these rolls under 680510 or 680520 because the user assumes the roll is simply "cloth" or "paper." If the backing is a composite of both, it must move to 680530. Another misclassification occurs with non-woven abrasives; while some may fall under 680530, others might be classified under 5911 if they are considered technical textile products, though 680530 is generally preferred for coated abrasives. Additionally, if the roll is made of a specific material like sponge or foam with abrasive coating, it still falls under 680530 as an "other" base material.
Top exporters and importers of HS 680530 (the code used for abrasive rolls), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 680530 (the code used for abrasive rolls) in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 20% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 16% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 680530, not only abrasive rolls.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $449M 20% of world exports
- 2 United States $325M 15% of world exports
- 3 Italy $133M 6.0% of world exports
World total: $2.2B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $378M 16% of world imports
- 2 United States $277M 12% of world imports
- 3 France $116M 4.9% of world imports
World total: $2.4B 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 codes for abrasive rolls
Brazil splits HS 6805.30 into 3 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 6805.30.10Abrasives on paper or board combined with textiles
- 6805.30.20Vulcanised fibre discs, alumina or silicon carbide
- 6805.30.90Abrasives on other backing materials
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about abrasive rolls
What is the HS code for Abrasive rolls?
The HS code for Abrasive rolls is 680530 (Abrasive powder or grain; natural or artificial, on a base of materials n.e.c. in heading no. 6805, whether or not cut to shape or sewn or otherwise made up).
How do I classify Abrasive rolls for customs?
Abrasive rolls is classified under HS code 680530 — Abrasive powder or grain; natural or artificial, on a base of materials n.e.c. in heading no. 6805, whether or not cut to shape or sewn or otherwise made up. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the HS code for fiber-backed abrasive rolls?
Fiber-backed abrasive rolls are classified under HS code 680530.
When should I use 680530 instead of 680510?
You should use 680530 if the backing is not 100% woven textile, such as when it is a combination of paper and cloth or a synthetic film.
Which countries are the top exporters of abrasive rolls (HS 680530)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 680530 (the code used for abrasive rolls) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($449M, 20% of world exports), the United States ($325M) and Italy ($133M). World exports came to about $2.2B, 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 abrasive rolls (HS 680530)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 680530 (the code used for abrasive rolls) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($378M, 16% of world imports), the United States ($277M) and France ($116M). World imports came to about $2.4B, 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.
Is the HS code for Abrasive rolls the same in all countries?
The base HS code 680530 for Abrasive rolls is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for abrasive rolls in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 680530 into 3 NCM codes, so the right one for abrasive rolls depends on the product's details: 6805.30.10 (Abrasives on paper or board combined with textiles), 6805.30.20 (Vulcanised fibre discs, alumina or silicon carbide), 6805.30.90 (Abrasives on other backing materials).