Product classification
HS code for Ceramic bricks: 6904.10
Ceramic building bricks.
Classification of ceramic bricks under HS 6904.10
Ceramic building bricks are classified under HS code 6904.10. This classification is governed by the material composition and the intended structural use of the product. Chapter 69 of the Harmonized System is dedicated to ceramic products, and Heading 6904 specifically addresses ceramic building bricks, flooring blocks, support or filler tiles, and similar articles. The subheading 6904.10 is reserved for building bricks. These are typically used in the construction of walls, partitions, and other structural elements. To qualify for this code, the bricks must be made of ceramic materials, usually clay, and fired after shaping. The classification is determined by the physical characteristics of the brick, such as its shape, durability, and the fact that it is designed to be laid with mortar or other binders. It is important to note that this code applies to standard building bricks, whether they are solid, hollow, or perforated. The HS code 6904.10 does not distinguish between different colors or surface finishes, provided the primary function remains structural masonry. This classification ensures that basic construction materials are grouped together, separate from decorative tiles or specialized refractory materials used in high-temperature industrial furnaces.
- Covers
- Standard red clay building bricks
- Hollow ceramic bricks for insulation and weight reduction
- Perforated ceramic bricks for structural masonry
- Facing bricks used for the exterior of buildings
- Sand-lime bricks (if ceramic-based)
- Extruded ceramic bricks
- Molded clay bricks for construction
- Also under 6904.10
- Wienerberger Porotherm bricks
- Ibstock Brick
- Boral Bricks
- Acme Brick
Codes often confused with 6904.10
Common mistake. Ceramic bricks are often confused with HS code 6901.00, which covers bricks made of siliceous fossil meals or similar siliceous earths. Another frequent misclassification occurs with HS code 6902, which is reserved for refractory bricks designed to withstand temperatures above 1,500 degrees Celsius. While both are ceramic, 6902 is for industrial furnace linings, whereas 6904.10 is for general construction. Additionally, ceramic paving flags and tiles fall under 6907; these are distinguished from bricks by their thickness and the fact that they are used for surface finishing rather than structural wall building.
Top exporters and importers of HS 690410 (the code used for ceramic bricks), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 690410 (the code used for ceramic bricks) in UN Comtrade data was Belgium, with 25% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United Kingdom, with 34% 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 690410, not only ceramic bricks.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Belgium $228M 25% of world exports
- 2 Netherlands $158M 17% of world exports
- 3 Germany $73M 8.0% of world exports
World total: $923M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United Kingdom $335M 34% of world imports
- 2 Kazakhstan $53M 5.3% of world imports
- 3 United States $48M 4.8% of world imports
World total: $1.0B 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 ceramic bricks
Brazil classifies ceramic bricks under NCM 6904.10.00: HS 6904.10 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about ceramic bricks
What is the HS code for Ceramic bricks?
The HS code for Ceramic bricks is 690410 (Ceramic building bricks). The HS code for ceramic building bricks is 6904.10, which specifically covers bricks used for construction purposes.
How do I classify Ceramic bricks for customs?
Ceramic bricks is classified under HS code 690410 — Ceramic building bricks. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are decorative garden bricks classified here?
If the bricks are intended for structural use in walls or landscaping, they fall under 6904.10. However, if they are thin tiles used for paving, they may be classified under 6907.
Which countries are the top exporters of ceramic bricks (HS 690410)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 690410 (the code used for ceramic bricks) in UN Comtrade data were Belgium ($228M, 25% of world exports), the Netherlands ($158M) and Germany ($73M). World exports came to about $923M, 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 ceramic bricks (HS 690410)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 690410 (the code used for ceramic bricks) in UN Comtrade data were the United Kingdom ($335M, 34% of world imports), Kazakhstan ($53M) and the United States ($48M). World imports came to about $1.0B, 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.
Is the HS code for Ceramic bricks the same in all countries?
The base HS code 690410 for Ceramic 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 ceramic bricks in Brazil?
In Brazil, ceramic bricks (HS 690410) is classified under NCM 6904.10.00.