Product classification
HS code for Collector coins: 7118.10
Coin (other than gold coin), not being legal tender.
Classification of collector coins under HS 7118.10
The classification of collector coins under HS code 7118.10 pertains to coins that are not made of gold and are not considered legal tender in any country at the time of import. Chapter 71 covers precious metals and articles made thereof, and Heading 7118 is dedicated to coins. Subheading 7118.10 specifically excludes gold coins, which are classified elsewhere, and focuses on coins made from base metals or silver that do not circulate as official currency. These items are often produced as commemorative pieces or medals that take the form of a coin but lack the status of legal tender. The distinction is based on the legal status and the material composition. If a coin is intended for circulation or is recognized as legal tender, it would fall under a different subheading within 7118. This code is vital for identifying non-monetary metallic discs that resemble currency but serve decorative or commemorative purposes.
- Covers
- Non-gold commemorative coins (not legal tender)
- Silver collector coins (not legal tender)
- Base metal medals in coin form
- Fantasy coins or tokens
- Historical coins no longer recognized as legal tender
- Also under 7118.10
- Royal Mint Commemorative Coins (non-gold, non-legal tender)
- US Mint Collector Sets (non-gold, non-legal tender)
- Perth Mint Silver Collector Coins
- Private mint tokens
Codes often confused with 7118.10
Common mistake. Collector coins are often misclassified under HS code 7118.90, which is the correct code for coins that are legal tender. The distinction depends entirely on whether the coin is currently authorized for use as money. Another frequent error is using HS code 9705.39, which is for numismatic collectors' pieces. While there is overlap, 9705 is generally preferred for items with significant historical or rarity value, whereas 7118.10 is used for items whose value is more closely tied to their metal content or commemorative nature without meeting the strict definition of a "collectors' piece" in Chapter 97.
Top exporters and importers of HS 711810 (the code used for collector coins), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 711810 (the code used for collector coins) in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 27% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 21% 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 711810, not only collector coins.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 United States $221M 27% of world exports
- 2 Germany $211M 26% of world exports
- 3 Poland $88M 11% of world exports
World total: $805M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $140M 21% of world imports
- 2 United Arab Emirates* ~$68M 10% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 United States $63M 9.4% of world imports
World total: $670M 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 codes for collector coins
Brazil splits HS 7118.10 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 7118.10.10Non-gold coin to become legal tender on import
- 7118.10.90Other non-legal-tender coin, not gold
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about collector coins
What is the HS code for Collector coins?
The HS code for Collector coins is 711810 (Coin (other than gold coin), not being legal tender). The HS code for collector coins (other than gold) that are not legal tender is 7118.10.
How do I classify Collector coins for customs?
Collector coins is classified under HS code 711810 — Coin (other than gold coin), not being legal tender. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What code is used for gold collector coins?
Gold coins, whether legal tender or not, are typically classified under HS code 7118.90 or 9705 depending on their numismatic status, as 7118.10 specifically excludes gold.
Which countries are the top exporters of collector coins (HS 711810)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 711810 (the code used for collector coins) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($221M, 27% of world exports), Germany ($211M) and Poland ($88M). World exports came to about $805M, 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 collector coins (HS 711810)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 711810 (the code used for collector coins) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($140M, 21% of world imports), the United Arab Emirates (about $68M) and the United States ($63M). World imports came to about $670M, 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 Collector coins the same in all countries?
The base HS code 711810 for Collector coins 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 collector coins in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 711810 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for collector coins depends on the product's details: 7118.10.10 (Non-gold coin to become legal tender on import), 7118.10.90 (Other non-legal-tender coin, not gold).