Product classification
HS code for Ceramic pipe fittings: 6906.00
Ceramic pipes, conduits, guttering and pipe fittings.
Classification of ceramic pipe fittings under HS 6906.00
Ceramic pipe fittings are classified under HS code 6906.00. This code is part of Chapter 69, which encompasses all ceramic products, and Heading 6906 specifically covers ceramic pipes, conduits, guttering, and pipe fittings. These items are typically used in construction, drainage, or industrial applications where chemical resistance and durability are required. Unlike refractory ceramics, which are designed to withstand extreme heat, the items in 6906.00 are generally used for the transport of fluids or protection of cables. The classification includes both glazed and unglazed versions of these products. The logic for this classification is based on the material (ceramic) and the specific function (piping and fittings). Under the General Interpretative Rules, if a product is a ceramic pipe or a fitting for such a pipe, it is directed to this single, specific heading. This ensures that ceramic drainage systems are distinguished from those made of plastic (Chapter 39), cast iron (Chapter 73), or concrete (Chapter 68). The manufacturing process usually involves shaping clay and firing it to a point of vitrification to ensure it is impermeable to liquids.
- Covers
- Ceramic pipe elbows and T-joints
- Ceramic drainage pipes and conduits
- Ceramic guttering and rain-water pipes
- Ceramic collars and junctions for piping
- Ceramic cable conduits for underground wiring
- Wall-pass-through ceramic fittings
- Also under 6906.00
- Naylor Industries Denlok pipes
- Hepworth Clayware pipes
- Steinzeug-Keramo vitrified clay pipes
Codes often confused with 6906.00
Common mistake. These items are frequently misclassified under 6905, which covers roofing tiles and chimney pots, or 6910, which covers sanitary ware like sinks. While both are construction-related, 6906 is the exclusive home for piping components. Another common error is classifying them under 6810 if they are made of cement or concrete, or 6903 if they are refractory pipes intended for high-heat industrial furnaces. It is essential to verify the material composition and the intended temperature range of the application before assigning 6906.00.
Top exporters and importers of HS 690600 (the code used for ceramic pipe fittings), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 690600 (the code used for ceramic pipe fittings) in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 33% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Saudi Arabia, 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 690600, not only ceramic pipe fittings.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $33M 33% of world exports
- 2 China $23M 23% of world exports
- 3 Belgium $21M 22% of world exports
World total: $98M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Saudi Arabia $23M 17% of world imports
- 2 Italy $15M 11% of world imports
- 3 Czechia $13M 9.6% of world imports
World total: $136M 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 pipe fittings
Brazil classifies ceramic pipe fittings under NCM 6906.00.00: HS 6906.00 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about ceramic pipe fittings
What is the HS code for Ceramic pipe fittings?
The HS code for Ceramic pipe fittings is 690600 (Ceramic pipes, conduits, guttering and pipe fittings). The HS code for ceramic pipes, conduits, and their associated fittings is 6906.00.
How do I classify Ceramic pipe fittings for customs?
Ceramic pipe fittings is classified under HS code 690600 — Ceramic pipes, conduits, guttering and pipe fittings. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are refractory ceramic pipes included in 6906.00?
No, refractory ceramic pipes designed for high-temperature industrial use are classified under headings 6901 to 6903, depending on their chemical composition.
Which countries are the top exporters of ceramic pipe fittings (HS 690600)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 690600 (the code used for ceramic pipe fittings) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($33M, 33% of world exports), China ($23M) and Belgium ($21M). World exports came to about $98M, 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 pipe fittings (HS 690600)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 690600 (the code used for ceramic pipe fittings) in UN Comtrade data were Saudi Arabia ($23M, 17% of world imports), Italy ($15M) and Czechia ($13M). World imports came to about $136M, 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 pipe fittings the same in all countries?
The base HS code 690600 for Ceramic pipe 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 ceramic pipe fittings in Brazil?
In Brazil, ceramic pipe fittings (HS 690600) is classified under NCM 6906.00.00.