Product classification
HS code for Antimony powder: 8110.10
Antimony and articles thereof, unwrought antimony, powders.
Classification of antimony powder under HS 8110.10
Antimony powder is classified under HS code 8110.10. This classification falls within Chapter 81, which encompasses base metals not covered in previous chapters. The subheading 8110.10 specifically includes "unwrought antimony; powders." In the context of the Harmonized System, powders are treated as a primary or unwrought form of the metal because they have not yet been shaped into semi-finished or finished products like bars or sheets. The classification is based on the material's physical state—fine particles—and its chemical composition as a base metal. This code is essential for tracking the trade of raw materials used in the production of flame retardants, lead-acid batteries, and various alloys. The General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) 1 and 6 dictate that the specific mention of "powders" in the subheading text takes precedence over more general categories.
- Covers
- Pure antimony powder
- Antimony ingots (unwrought)
- Antimony lumps and billets
- Antimony cakes and slabs
- Antimony grains and granules
- Also under 8110.10
- 99.65% pure antimony ingots
- Antimony trioxide powder (as a precursor)
- High-purity antimony for semiconductors
Codes often confused with 8110.10
Common mistake. Antimony powder is often confused with antimony oxides, which are classified under HS code 2825.80. While the powder is the elemental metal, the oxide is a chemical compound. Another common error is using HS code 8110.90, which is intended for wrought antimony products like wire or plates. Finally, waste and scrap of antimony should be classified under 8110.20 rather than the powder code.
Top exporters and importers of HS 811010 (the code used for antimony powder), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 811010 (the code used for antimony powder) in UN Comtrade data was Tajikistan, with about 27% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Thailand, with 27% 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 811010, not only antimony powder.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Tajikistan* ~$346M 27% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 2 Vietnam* ~$272M 21% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 Thailand $269M 21% of world exports
World total: $1.3B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Thailand $453M 27% of world imports
- 2 France $303M 18% of world imports
- 3 Japan $215M 13% of world imports
World total: $1.7B 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 antimony powder
Brazil splits HS 8110.10 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 8110.10.10Unwrought antimony
- 8110.10.20Antimony powders
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about antimony powder
What is the HS code for Antimony powder?
The HS code for Antimony powder is 811010 (Antimony and articles thereof; unwrought antimony, powders). The HS code for antimony powder is 8110.10, which also covers other unwrought forms of the metal like ingots.
How do I classify Antimony powder for customs?
Antimony powder is classified under HS code 811010 — Antimony and articles thereof; unwrought antimony, powders. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is antimony powder classified differently than antimony oxide?
Yes, antimony powder is elemental metal (8110.10), whereas antimony oxide is a chemical preparation classified under HS code 2825.80 in the inorganic chemicals chapter.
Which countries are the top exporters of antimony powder (HS 811010)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 811010 (the code used for antimony powder) in UN Comtrade data were Tajikistan (about $346M, 27% of world exports), Vietnam (about $272M) and Thailand ($269M). World exports came to about $1.3B, 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 powder (HS 811010)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 811010 (the code used for antimony powder) in UN Comtrade data were Thailand ($453M, 27% of world imports), France ($303M) and Japan ($215M). World imports came to about $1.7B, 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 powder the same in all countries?
The base HS code 811010 for Antimony powder 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 powder in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 811010 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for antimony powder depends on the product's details: 8110.10.10 (Unwrought antimony), 8110.10.20 (Antimony powders).