Product classification
HS code for Brass sheet: 7409.29
Copper, plates and sheets, of a thickness exceeding 0.15mm, of copper-zinc base alloys (brass), not in coils.
Classification of brass sheet under HS 7409.29
Brass sheets are classified under HS code 7409.29. This classification falls under heading 7409, which covers copper plates, sheets, and strip, with a thickness exceeding 0.15 mm. The Harmonized System distinguishes between these products based on their alloy content and their packaging. Subheading 7409.2x is dedicated to copper-zinc base alloys (brass). Within this, 7409.21 is for products in coils, while 7409.29 is for those not in coils (flat sheets). To be classified here, the product must be flat and have a thickness greater than 0.15 mm. If the product is thinner, it is classified as foil. The classification follows GIR 1 and 6, ensuring that the material (brass) and the form (flat sheet, not coiled) are correctly identified. These sheets are widely used in industrial manufacturing, musical instruments, and architectural cladding.
- Covers
- Flat brass sheets for engraving
- Heavy brass plates for industrial machinery
- Polished brass sheets for interior design
- Cold-rolled brass sheets (not in coils)
- Hard-tempered brass plates
- Also under 7409.29
- KME TECU® Brass Sheets
- Wieland Brass Plates
- Aurubis Architectural Brass
- Olin Brass Sheets
Codes often confused with 7409.29
Common mistake. The most common misclassification for brass sheet is confusing it with brass foil under HS code 7410.22. The threshold is 0.15 mm; anything equal to or thinner than this is foil. Another common error is confusing 7409.29 with 7409.21. If the brass sheet is rolled into a coil for transport, it must be classified under 7409.21. Additionally, if the sheet is made of refined copper (not an alloy), it would fall under 7409.11 or 7409.19 depending on whether it is coiled.
Top exporters and importers of HS 740929 (the code used for brass sheet), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 740929 (the code used for brass sheet) in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 16% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 17% 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 740929, not only brass sheet.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $62M 16% of world exports
- 2 Bulgaria $61M 15% of world exports
- 3 Morocco $43M 11% of world exports
World total: $393M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $69M 17% of world imports
- 2 Thailand $38M 9.3% of world imports
- 3 Italy $24M 5.8% of world imports
World total: $405M 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 brass sheet
Brazil classifies brass sheet under NCM 7409.29.00: HS 7409.29 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about brass sheet
What is the HS code for Brass sheet?
The HS code for Brass sheet is 740929 (Copper; plates and sheets, of a thickness exceeding 0.15mm, of copper-zinc base alloys (brass), not in coils). The HS code for brass sheet (not in coils) is 7409.29. If the sheet is in coils, the code is 7409.21.
How do I classify Brass sheet for customs?
Brass sheet is classified under HS code 740929 — Copper; plates and sheets, of a thickness exceeding 0.15mm, of copper-zinc base alloys (brass), not in coils. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
At what thickness does a brass sheet become a brass foil?
A brass product is classified as a sheet if its thickness exceeds 0.15 mm. If the thickness is 0.15 mm or less, it is classified as brass foil under heading 7410.
Which countries are the top exporters of brass sheet (HS 740929)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 740929 (the code used for brass sheet) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($62M, 16% of world exports), Bulgaria ($61M) and Morocco ($43M). World exports came to about $393M, 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 brass sheet (HS 740929)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 740929 (the code used for brass sheet) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($69M, 17% of world imports), Thailand ($38M) and Italy ($24M). World imports came to about $405M, 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 Brass sheet the same in all countries?
The base HS code 740929 for Brass sheet 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 brass sheet in Brazil?
In Brazil, brass sheet (HS 740929) is classified under NCM 7409.29.00.