Product classification
HS code for Antimony scrap: 8110.20
Antimony, waste and scrap.
Classification of antimony scrap under HS 8110.20
Antimony scrap is classified under HS code 811020 because this subheading specifically covers "Antimony; waste and scrap." Chapter 81 of the Harmonized System is dedicated to other base metals, cermets, and articles thereof, including their waste and scrap. This classification is appropriate for metallic antimony materials that are no longer suitable for their original purpose and are intended for recovery or recycling. It distinguishes metallic waste from other forms of antimony-containing materials, such as ores or chemical compounds, by focusing on its physical state as discarded or surplus metal.
- Covers
- Used antimony metal pieces
- Antimony alloy scrap from manufacturing processes
- Discarded antimony-containing battery grids
- Antimony ingots or pieces that are off-specification or damaged
- Antimony-bearing type metal scrap
- Also under 8110.20
- Used lead-acid battery plates
- Antimony-tin solder scrap
- Antimony-bearing slag
Codes often confused with 8110.20
Common mistake. A common misclassification for antimony scrap involves HS code 262091, which covers "Slag, ash and residues containing antimony." While both are forms of waste, 262091 is specifically for non-metallic residues like slag and ash, whereas 811020 is for metallic waste and scrap. The distinction lies in the material's primary composition and form. Another potential confusion arises with HS code 811090, which covers "Other antimony articles." This code is for manufactured articles of antimony that are still functional or intended for use, not for materials designated as waste or scrap for recovery.
Top exporters and importers of HS 811020 (the code used for antimony scrap), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 811020 (the code used for antimony scrap) in UN Comtrade data was the Netherlands, with 62% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was South Africa, with 54% 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 811020, not only antimony scrap.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Netherlands $2.7M 62% of world exports
- 2 Colombia $868K 20% of world exports
- 3 Mexico $557K 13% of world exports
World total: $4.3M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 South Africa $578K 54% of world imports
- 2 United States $379K 35% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $42K 3.9% of world imports
World total: $1.1M 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 code for antimony scrap
Brazil classifies antimony scrap under NCM 8110.20.00: HS 8110.20 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about antimony scrap
What is the HS code for Antimony scrap?
The HS code for Antimony scrap is 811020 (Antimony; waste and scrap). The HS code for antimony waste and scrap is 811020.
How do I classify Antimony scrap for customs?
Antimony scrap is classified under HS code 811020 — Antimony; waste and scrap. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the primary use of antimony scrap?
The primary use of antimony scrap is recycling. It is collected and processed to recover antimony metal, which is then re-melted and used in the production of new antimony alloys. These alloys are critical components in various industries, including lead-acid batteries (to harden lead), type metal for printing, bearing metals, and as a component in certain semiconductors and flame retardants, contributing to a circular economy for this valuable metal.
Which countries are the top exporters of antimony scrap (HS 811020)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 811020 (the code used for antimony scrap) in UN Comtrade data were the Netherlands ($2.7M, 62% of world exports), Colombia ($868K) and Mexico ($557K). World exports came to about $4.3M, 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 scrap (HS 811020)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 811020 (the code used for antimony scrap) in UN Comtrade data were South Africa ($578K, 54% of world imports), the United States ($379K) and the United Kingdom ($42K). World imports came to about $1.1M, 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 scrap the same in all countries?
The base HS code 811020 for Antimony scrap 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 scrap in Brazil?
In Brazil, antimony scrap (HS 811020) is classified under NCM 8110.20.00.