Product classification
HS code for Cement bricks: 6810.11
Cement, concrete or artificial stone, building blocks or bricks, whether or not reinforced.
Classification of cement bricks under HS 6810.11
Cement bricks are classified under HS code 6810.11. This classification falls within Chapter 68, which covers articles of stone, plaster, cement, asbestos, mica, or similar materials. Heading 6810 specifically addresses articles of cement, concrete, or artificial stone, whether or not they are reinforced. Subheading 6810.11 is the specific category for building blocks and bricks. These products are manufactured by molding a mixture of cement, aggregates (such as sand or gravel), and water, followed by a curing process. Unlike ceramic bricks, which are fired in a kiln, cement bricks gain their structural integrity through the chemical hydration of the cement binder. The classification applies regardless of whether the bricks are solid or hollow, or if they contain steel reinforcement for structural applications. This code is determined by the material composition and the intended use as a primary building component. The distinction between cement-based masonry and clay-based masonry is the primary factor in selecting this HS code over others in the tariff schedule.
- Covers
- Standard concrete building bricks
- Hollow concrete blocks (CMUs)
- Solid cement masonry units
- Reinforced concrete bricks for load-bearing walls
- Lightweight aggregate cement blocks
- Also under 6810.11
- Oldcastle APG (Belgard blocks)
- CEMEX (concrete blocks)
- CRH (concrete masonry)
- Boral (concrete bricks)
Codes often confused with 6810.11
Common mistake. Cement bricks are often confused with ceramic bricks, which are classified under HS code 6904.10. The distinction lies in the material: 6904 is for fired clay, while 6810 is for cement/concrete. Another common error is 6810.91, which is for prefabricated structural components for building or civil engineering; while bricks are used in building, 6810.91 is intended for larger, pre-cast elements like beams or wall sections. Natural stone bricks are classified in 6802. Misidentifying the material as ceramic can lead to significant differences in duty rates.
Top exporters and importers of HS 681011 (the code used for cement bricks), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 681011 (the code used for cement bricks) in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 18% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Belgium, with 8.0% 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 681011, not only cement bricks.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $153M 18% of world exports
- 2 Netherlands $89M 10% of world exports
- 3 China $70M 8.0% of world exports
World total: $872M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Belgium $65M 8.0% of world imports
- 2 Netherlands $59M 7.1% of world imports
- 3 United States $54M 6.5% of world imports
World total: $822M 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 cement bricks
Brazil classifies cement bricks under NCM 6810.11.00: HS 6810.11 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about cement bricks
What is the HS code for Cement bricks?
The HS code for Cement bricks is 681011 (Cement, concrete or artificial stone; building blocks or bricks, whether or not reinforced). The HS code for building blocks and bricks made of cement, concrete, or artificial stone is 6810.11.
How do I classify Cement bricks for customs?
Cement bricks is classified under HS code 681011 — Cement, concrete or artificial stone; building blocks or bricks, whether or not reinforced. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
How do I distinguish between HS 6810.11 and HS 6904.10?
HS 6810.11 is used for bricks made of cement or concrete that have cured chemically. HS 6904.10 is used for ceramic bricks made of clay that have been hardened by firing in a kiln.
Which countries are the top exporters of cement bricks (HS 681011)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 681011 (the code used for cement bricks) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($153M, 18% of world exports), the Netherlands ($89M) and China ($70M). World exports came to about $872M, 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 cement bricks (HS 681011)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 681011 (the code used for cement bricks) in UN Comtrade data were Belgium ($65M, 8.0% of world imports), the Netherlands ($59M) and the United States ($54M). World imports came to about $822M, 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 Cement bricks the same in all countries?
The base HS code 681011 for Cement bricks 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 cement bricks in Brazil?
In Brazil, cement bricks (HS 681011) is classified under NCM 6810.11.00.