Product classification
HS code for Bronze fittings: 7412.20
Copper, tube or pipe fittings (e.g. couplings, elbows, sleeves) of copper alloys.
Classification of bronze fittings under HS 7412.20
Bronze fittings are classified under HS code 7412.20. This heading covers tube or pipe fittings made of copper or copper alloys. The classification is based on the function of the product as a connector or component in a piping system. Subheading 7412.20 specifically applies to fittings made of copper alloys, which includes bronze (copper-tin alloys). These products are designed to join pipes or tubes, change the direction of flow, or adapt pipe sizes. The manufacturing process often involves casting or machining from bars or tubes. It is important to distinguish these from the pipes themselves (heading 7411) and from valves or similar appliances (heading 8481), which have a mechanical function beyond simple connection. Bronze is preferred for fittings in marine and plumbing environments due to its superior resistance to dezincification and salt-water corrosion. Classification requires that the fitting be primarily composed of a copper alloy where tin is a significant alloying element.
- Covers
- Bronze pipe elbows
- Bronze tube couplings
- Bronze T-junctions
- Bronze pipe sleeves
- Bronze unions and caps
- Also under 7412.20
- Parker Hannifin Brass Fittings
- Swagelok Alloy Fittings
- Nibco Bronze Fittings
- Viega Brass Press Fittings
Codes often confused with 7412.20
Common mistake. Bronze fittings are frequently misclassified under 7412.10, which is reserved for fittings made of refined copper. They are also often confused with 8481.80 if the fitting includes a valve mechanism, as valves are classified by function rather than material. Additionally, cast iron fittings (7307) are sometimes confused with bronze if the surface finish is similar, though the base metal determines the chapter.
Top exporters and importers of HS 741220 (the code used for bronze fittings), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 741220 (the code used for bronze fittings) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 21% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 13% 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 741220, not only bronze fittings.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $1.1B 21% of world exports
- 2 Italy $901M 18% of world exports
- 3 Germany $829M 17% of world exports
World total: $5.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $702M 13% of world imports
- 2 Germany $503M 9.3% of world imports
- 3 France $304M 5.6% of world imports
World total: $5.4B 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 bronze fittings
Brazil classifies bronze fittings under NCM 7412.20.00: HS 7412.20 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about bronze fittings
What is the HS code for Bronze fittings?
The HS code for Bronze fittings is 741220 (Copper; tube or pipe fittings (e.g. couplings, elbows, sleeves) of copper alloys). The HS code for bronze fittings is 7412.20, covering tube or pipe fittings of copper alloys.
How do I classify Bronze fittings for customs?
Bronze fittings is classified under HS code 741220 — Copper; tube or pipe fittings (e.g. couplings, elbows, sleeves) of copper alloys. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are bronze valves classified under the same HS code as bronze fittings?
No, bronze valves are generally classified under heading 8481 because they have a mechanical function to regulate flow, whereas 7412.20 is for static connection fittings.
Which countries are the top exporters of bronze fittings (HS 741220)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 741220 (the code used for bronze fittings) in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.1B, 21% of world exports), Italy ($901M) and Germany ($829M). World exports came to about $5.0B, 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 bronze fittings (HS 741220)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 741220 (the code used for bronze fittings) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($702M, 13% of world imports), Germany ($503M) and France ($304M). World imports came to about $5.4B, 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 Bronze fittings the same in all countries?
The base HS code 741220 for Bronze fittings 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 bronze fittings in Brazil?
In Brazil, bronze fittings (HS 741220) is classified under NCM 7412.20.00.