Product classification
HS code for Brass strip coil: 7409.21
Copper, strip, of a thickness exceeding 0.15mm, of copper-zinc base alloys (brass), in coils.
Classification of brass strip coil under HS 7409.21
Brass strip in coils is classified under HS code 7409.21. This classification is part of Chapter 74, which encompasses copper and its alloys. Heading 7409 is dedicated to copper plates, sheets, and strip with a thickness greater than 0.15mm. The specific subheading 7409.21 is reserved for copper-zinc base alloys (brass) that are presented "in coils." According to the legal notes in Chapter 74, "strip" refers to rolled products of a thickness exceeding 0.15mm, usually of rectangular cross-section, which are wound into a spiral or coil. This form is common in manufacturing environments where continuous feeding into stamping or pressing machines is required. The classification is driven by three factors: the metallurgical composition (brass), the thickness (>0.15mm), and the physical presentation (coiled). This follows GIR 1 and 6, as the product specifically meets the criteria for coiled brass alloys.
- Covers
- Coiled brass strip for electrical connectors
- Brass shim stock in rolls
- Continuous brass ribbon for stamping
- Cold-rolled brass coils
- Brass strip for radiator fins
- Also under 7409.21
- Wieland Brass Strip
- KME Brass Coil
- Aurubis Brass Strip
- Olin Brass Coil
Codes often confused with 7409.21
Common mistake. Brass strip in coils is often misclassified under 7409.29, which is for brass plates and sheets that are not in coils. The distinction is purely the packaging and presentation. Another frequent error is 7410.22, which covers backed brass foil. If the brass is 0.15mm or thinner, it must be classified under 7410 regardless of whether it is in coils. Additionally, if the strip is very narrow and resembles wire, users might look at 7408, but 7408 is reserved for products where the maximum cross-sectional dimension is small and the shape is not rectangular.
Top exporters and importers of HS 740921 (the code used for brass strip coil), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 740921 (the code used for brass strip coil) in UN Comtrade data was South Korea, with 14% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 12% 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 740921, not only brass strip coil.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 South Korea $273M 14% of world exports
- 2 Germany $237M 12% of world exports
- 3 China $185M 9.3% of world exports
World total: $2.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $223M 12% of world imports
- 2 Italy $174M 9.0% of world imports
- 3 United States $153M 7.9% of world imports
World total: $1.9B 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 strip coil
Brazil classifies brass strip coil under NCM 7409.21.00: HS 7409.21 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about brass strip coil
What is the HS code for Brass strip coil?
The HS code for Brass strip coil is 740921 (Copper; strip, of a thickness exceeding 0.15mm, of copper-zinc base alloys (brass), in coils). The HS code for brass strip or sheet in coils with a thickness exceeding 0.15mm is 7409.21.
How do I classify Brass strip coil for customs?
Brass strip coil is classified under HS code 740921 — Copper; strip, of a thickness exceeding 0.15mm, of copper-zinc base alloys (brass), in coils. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What happens if the brass strip is thinner than 0.15mm?
If the thickness is 0.15mm or less, the product is classified as brass foil under HS code 7410.12 (unbacked) or 7410.22 (backed).
Which countries are the top exporters of brass strip coil (HS 740921)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 740921 (the code used for brass strip coil) in UN Comtrade data were South Korea ($273M, 14% of world exports), Germany ($237M) and China ($185M). World exports came to about $2.0B, 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 strip coil (HS 740921)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 740921 (the code used for brass strip coil) in UN Comtrade data were China ($223M, 12% of world imports), Italy ($174M) and the United States ($153M). World imports came to about $1.9B, 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 strip coil the same in all countries?
The base HS code 740921 for Brass strip coil 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 strip coil in Brazil?
In Brazil, brass strip coil (HS 740921) is classified under NCM 7409.21.00.