Product classification
HS code for Backed copper alloy foil: 7410.22
Copper, foil, backed with paper, paperboard, plastics or similar backing material, of a thickness (excluding any backing) not exceeding 0.15mm, of copper alloys.
Classification of backed copper alloy foil under HS 7410.22
Backed copper alloy foil is classified under HS code 741022. This code specifically covers "Copper; foil, backed with paper, paperboard, plastics or similar backing material, of a thickness (excluding any backing) not exceeding 0.15mm, of copper alloys." The classification is determined by several key attributes: the primary material being a copper alloy, its form as a foil, the presence of a backing material (such as paper, plastic, or similar), and a specific thickness limitation for the copper alloy foil itself, not exceeding 0.15mm. This precise definition ensures that composite materials featuring thin copper alloy layers with added backing for structural integrity or specific functional properties are correctly categorized.
- Covers
- Copper alloy foil laminated with plastic for flexible printed circuits
- Brass foil (a copper alloy) backed with paper for decorative applications
- Bronze foil (a copper alloy) combined with a polymer film for shielding
- Copper-nickel alloy foil backed with a non-conductive material
- Backed copper alloy foil used in electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding
- Also under 7410.22
- Arlon Materials for Electronics
- Isola Group Copper Clad Laminates
- Rogers Corporation Advanced Circuit Materials
- TUC Copper Clad Laminates
Codes often confused with 7410.22
Common mistake. Common misclassification can occur with HS code 741011, which covers "Copper; foil, not backed, of a thickness (excluding any backing) not exceeding 0.15mm, of refined copper." This code covers *unbacked* foil made of *refined copper*, not copper alloys. The key distinctions for 741022 are both the presence of a backing and the material being a *copper alloy*. Misclassification could occur if the alloy composition or the backing is overlooked. Another potential area of confusion is HS code 741012, "Copper; foil, not backed, of a thickness (excluding any backing) not exceeding 0.15mm, of copper alloys." This code covers *unbacked* foil made of *copper alloys*. The critical difference from 741022 is the *absence* of a backing material. Products with a backing, even if made of copper alloy and within the thickness limit, must be classified under 741022.
Top exporters and importers of HS 741022 (the code used for backed copper alloy foil), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 741022 (the code used for backed copper alloy foil) in UN Comtrade data was Japan, with 84% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the Philippines, with 58% 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 741022, not only backed copper alloy foil.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Japan $505M 84% of world exports
- 2 Malaysia $28M 4.6% of world exports
- 3 Singapore $11M 1.8% of world exports
World total: $603M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Philippines $193M 58% of world imports
- 2 Malaysia $51M 15% of world imports
- 3 Italy $22M 6.5% of world imports
World total: $330M 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 backed copper alloy foil
Brazil classifies backed copper alloy foil under NCM 7410.22.00: HS 7410.22 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about backed copper alloy foil
What is the HS code for Backed copper alloy foil?
The HS code for Backed copper alloy foil is 741022 (Copper; foil, backed with paper, paperboard, plastics or similar backing material, of a thickness (excluding any backing) not exceeding 0.15mm, of copper alloys). The HS code for Backed copper alloy foil is 741022. This code specifically covers "Copper; foil, backed with paper, paperboard, plastics or similar backing material, of a thickness (excluding any backing) not exceeding 0.15mm, of copper alloys."
How do I classify Backed copper alloy foil for customs?
Backed copper alloy foil is classified under HS code 741022 — Copper; foil, backed with paper, paperboard, plastics or similar backing material, of a thickness (excluding any backing) not exceeding 0.15mm, of copper alloys. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
How does HS code 741022 differentiate between refined copper and copper alloys?
HS code 741022 explicitly specifies "of copper alloys," meaning the metallic foil component must be composed of an alloy where copper is the predominant element, rather than pure or refined copper. Other HS codes (e.g., 741011) are designated for foils made of "refined copper," highlighting this material distinction within the broader copper foil category.
Which countries are the top exporters of backed copper alloy foil (HS 741022)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 741022 (the code used for backed copper alloy foil) in UN Comtrade data were Japan ($505M, 84% of world exports), Malaysia ($28M) and Singapore ($11M). World exports came to about $603M, 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 backed copper alloy foil (HS 741022)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 741022 (the code used for backed copper alloy foil) in UN Comtrade data were the Philippines ($193M, 58% of world imports), Malaysia ($51M) and Italy ($22M). World imports came to about $330M, 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 Backed copper alloy foil the same in all countries?
The base HS code 741022 for Backed copper alloy foil 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 backed copper alloy foil in Brazil?
In Brazil, backed copper alloy foil (HS 741022) is classified under NCM 7410.22.00.