Product classification
HS code for Abrasive sheets: 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 sheets under HS 6805.30
HS code 680530 is designated for abrasive powder or grain applied to a base of materials not elsewhere specified in heading 6805, whether or not cut to shape or sewn or otherwise made up. This classification encompasses abrasive products where the abrasive material (natural or artificial) is bonded to a backing material other than woven textiles, paper, or paperboard. This residual category within heading 6805 is crucial for classifying a diverse range of modern abrasive products that utilize synthetic or composite backings, such as plastic films, foam, or non-woven materials. The Harmonized System (HS) structure for abrasives on a base differentiates products primarily by the nature of their backing material, ensuring precise categorization for customs and trade purposes.
- Covers
- Abrasive sheets with plastic film backing
- Abrasive sponges with foam backing
- Abrasive pads with composite backings
- Non-woven abrasive products (e.g., scouring pads, surface conditioning discs)
- Abrasive belts with synthetic or mixed material backings
- 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. Misclassification of abrasive sheets often occurs due to the specific nature of the backing material. HS 680530 is frequently confused with other subheadings within heading 6805. For instance, HS 680510 specifically covers abrasive powder or grain on a base of woven textiles only, such as abrasive cloth. HS 680520 is for abrasives on a base of paper or paperboard only, commonly known as sandpaper. The key distinction for 680530 is that the base material is neither woven textile nor paper/paperboard, but rather other materials. Incorrect classification can arise if the exact composition of the backing material is not accurately identified, leading to discrepancies in customs declarations and trade data.
Top exporters and importers of HS 680530 (the code used for abrasive sheets), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 680530 (the code used for abrasive sheets) 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 sheets.
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 sheets
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 sheets
What is the HS code for Abrasive sheets?
The HS code for Abrasive sheets 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 sheets for customs?
Abrasive sheets 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 abrasive sheets with a plastic film backing?
The HS code for abrasive sheets with a plastic film backing is 680530. This is because plastic film is considered a base material "not elsewhere specified" in other subheadings of heading 6805, which are reserved for woven textiles or paper/paperboard.
What types of abrasive products are excluded from HS 680530?
HS 680530 excludes abrasive products where the base is made of woven textiles (classified under HS 680510) or paper/paperboard (classified under HS 680520). It also excludes loose abrasive powders or grains not on a base, which fall under other headings.
Which countries are the top exporters of abrasive sheets (HS 680530)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 680530 (the code used for abrasive sheets) 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 sheets (HS 680530)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 680530 (the code used for abrasive sheets) 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 sheets the same in all countries?
The base HS code 680530 for Abrasive sheets 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 sheets in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 680530 into 3 NCM codes, so the right one for abrasive sheets 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).