Product classification
HS code for Aluminum cable (uninsulated): 7614.90
Aluminium, stranded wire, cables, plaited bands and the like, (not electrically insulated), other than steel core.
Classification of aluminum cable (uninsulated) under HS 7614.90
HS code 761490 is designated for "Aluminium; stranded wire, cables, plaited bands and the like, (not electrically insulated), other than steel core." This classification specifically covers uninsulated electrical conductors made primarily of aluminum, formed by stranding multiple wires, or as plaited bands. The key characteristics are the material (aluminum), the construction (stranded, cabled, or plaited), the absence of electrical insulation, and the exclusion of products with a steel core. This code is crucial for distinguishing raw aluminum conductors from insulated cables or those with composite materials, ensuring accurate classification for products used in power transmission and distribution where insulation is applied separately or not required.
- Covers
- Bare aluminum stranded conductors
- Uninsulated aluminum overhead power lines (without steel core)
- Aluminum plaited earthing straps (uninsulated)
- Aluminum busbar cables (uninsulated, stranded)
- Aluminum wire ropes (not for electrical insulation, without steel core)
- Uninsulated aluminum conductors for grounding applications
- Also under 7614.90
- AAC "Iris" conductor
- AAAC "Aster" conductor
- flexible aluminium braids for grounding
- bare aluminium wire for electrical substations
Codes often confused with 7614.90
Common mistake. Misclassification often arises from overlooking the presence of a steel core or electrical insulation. A critical distinction is with HS code 761410, which covers "Aluminium; stranded wire, cables, plaited bands and the like, (not electrically insulated), with steel core." If the aluminum cable incorporates a steel core for enhanced mechanical strength (e.g., Aluminum Conductor Steel Reinforced - ACSR), it falls under 761410. The presence or absence of a steel core is the primary differentiator within heading 7614. Another significant point of confusion is with insulated cables, which are classified in Chapter 85, such as 854460 (Insulated cables for a voltage exceeding 1,000 V). The presence of electrical insulation fundamentally shifts the classification. Furthermore, 760519 (Aluminium wire; not alloyed, other) is for single, unstranded aluminum wire, not the multi-strand or plaited constructions covered by 761490.
Top exporters and importers of HS 761490 (the code used for aluminum cable (uninsulated)), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 761490 (the code used for aluminum cable (uninsulated)) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 31% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 11% of world imports. Cameroon 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 42% of its imports here ($20M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 761490, not only aluminum cable (uninsulated).
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $355M 31% of world exports
- 2 India $194M 17% of world exports
- 3 Bahrain* ~$67M 5.8% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $1.2B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $113M 11% of world imports
- 2 Sweden $60M 5.7% of world imports
- 3 Morocco $47M 4.4% of world imports
Cameroon 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 42% of its imports here ($20M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.
World total: $1.1B 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 codes for aluminum cable (uninsulated)
Brazil splits HS 7614.90 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 7614.90.10Aluminium cables without steel core
- 7614.90.90Other aluminium stranded wire, no steel core
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
EU Regulatory Requirements
This product falls under the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). Importers to the EU must declare embedded carbon emissions and purchase CBAM certificates.
Questions about aluminum cable (uninsulated)
What is the HS code for Aluminum cable (uninsulated)?
The HS code for Aluminum cable (uninsulated) is 761490 (Aluminium; stranded wire, cables, plaited bands and the like, (not electrically insulated), other than steel core).
How do I classify Aluminum cable (uninsulated) for customs?
Aluminum cable (uninsulated) is classified under HS code 761490 — Aluminium; stranded wire, cables, plaited bands and the like, (not electrically insulated), other than steel core. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the HS code for uninsulated aluminum cable without a steel core?
The HS code for uninsulated aluminum stranded wire, cables, and plaited bands that do not contain a steel core is 761490. This code specifically applies to bare aluminum conductors without internal steel reinforcement.
Why is the presence of a steel core important for classification?
The presence of a steel core significantly impacts the physical properties and intended use of the cable, primarily for mechanical strength and sag reduction over long spans. The Harmonized System differentiates these products, with 761410 specifically for those with a steel core and 761490 for those without, reflecting their distinct engineering characteristics and applications.
Which countries are the top exporters of aluminum cable (uninsulated) (HS 761490)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 761490 (the code used for aluminum cable (uninsulated)) in UN Comtrade data were China ($355M, 31% of world exports), India ($194M) and Bahrain (about $67M). World exports came to about $1.2B, 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 aluminum cable (uninsulated) (HS 761490)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 761490 (the code used for aluminum cable (uninsulated)) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($113M, 11% of world imports), Sweden ($60M) and Morocco ($47M). World imports came to about $1.1B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Cameroon 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 42% of its imports here ($20M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.
Is the HS code for Aluminum cable (uninsulated) the same in all countries?
The base HS code 761490 for Aluminum cable (uninsulated) 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 aluminum cable (uninsulated) in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 761490 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for aluminum cable (uninsulated) depends on the product's details: 7614.90.10 (Aluminium cables without steel core), 7614.90.90 (Other aluminium stranded wire, no steel core).