Product classification
HS code for Antimony ore: 2617.10
Antimony ores and concentrates.
Classification of antimony ore under HS 2617.10
Antimony ore is classified under HS code 261710 because this subheading specifically designates "Antimony ores and concentrates." Chapter 26 of the Harmonized System is dedicated to metallic ores, slag, and ash, making it the appropriate chapter for unprocessed or minimally processed minerals containing antimony. The term "ore" refers to a natural rock or sediment that contains one or more valuable minerals, typically metals, that can be mined, treated, and sold at a profit. Therefore, any naturally occurring material primarily extracted for its antimony content, whether raw or concentrated, falls directly into this category.
- Covers
- Stibnite (antimony sulfide ore)
- Valentinite (antimony trioxide ore)
- Kermesite ore
- Cervantite ore
- Antimony ore concentrates resulting from initial beneficiation processes
- Also under 2617.10
- Guangxi Huachang Antimony Industry (China)
- Mandalay Resources (Australia/Canada)
- United States Antimony Corporation (USA)
- Ambition Antimony (Australia)
Codes often confused with 2617.10
Common mistake. A common misclassification for antimony ore involves HS code 261790, which covers "Other ores and concentrates of other base metals." However, 261710 is specifically provided for antimony ores, making 261790 an incorrect classification for this particular product. Another potential area of confusion is HS code 282580, which is for "Antimony oxides." While antimony ore may contain antimony oxides, 282580 is reserved for the refined chemical compound, not the raw, naturally occurring ore. The distinction lies in the level of processing and chemical purity.
Top exporters and importers of HS 261710 (the code used for antimony ore), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 261710 (the code used for antimony ore) in UN Comtrade data was Thailand, with 25% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 31% 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 261710, not only antimony ore.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Thailand $163M 25% of world exports
- 2 Russia* ~$147M 23% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 Bolivia $104M 16% of world exports
World total: $638M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $265M 31% of world imports
- 2 Thailand $254M 30% of world imports
- 3 India $99M 12% of world imports
World total: $860M 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 code for antimony ore
Brazil classifies antimony ore under NCM 2617.10.00: HS 2617.10 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about antimony ore
What is the HS code for Antimony ore?
The HS code for Antimony ore is 261710 (Antimony ores and concentrates). The HS code for antimony ore and concentrates is 261710.
How do I classify Antimony ore for customs?
Antimony ore is classified under HS code 261710 — Antimony ores and concentrates. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the distinction between antimony ore and antimony concentrate?
Antimony ore refers to the raw, naturally occurring mineral extracted from the earth. Antimony concentrate, on the other hand, is the product of initial processing (beneficiation) of the raw ore, such as crushing, grinding, and flotation, to remove gangue minerals and increase the antimony content. Both forms, however, are classified under HS code 261710 as they represent the primary source material for antimony extraction.
Which countries are the top exporters of antimony ore (HS 261710)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 261710 (the code used for antimony ore) in UN Comtrade data were Thailand ($163M, 25% of world exports), Russia (about $147M) and Bolivia ($104M). World exports came to about $638M, 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 antimony ore (HS 261710)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 261710 (the code used for antimony ore) in UN Comtrade data were China ($265M, 31% of world imports), Thailand ($254M) and India ($99M). World imports came to about $860M, 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 Antimony ore the same in all countries?
The base HS code 261710 for Antimony ore 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 antimony ore in Brazil?
In Brazil, antimony ore (HS 261710) is classified under NCM 2617.10.00.