Product classification
HS code for Commemorative coins: 7118.10
Coin (other than gold coin), not being legal tender.
Classification of commemorative coins under HS 7118.10
Commemorative coins are classified under HS code 7118.10 because they are defined as coins that are not legal tender and are not made of gold. The Harmonized System distinguishes between coins used as currency and those produced for collection, decoration, or commemorative purposes. Under heading 7118, the classification is split between those that are legal tender (7118.90) and those that are not (7118.10). For a product to fall under 7118.10, it must be struck by a minting process and possess the physical characteristics of a coin, such as a specific weight, diameter, and design, but it must lack the status of being official currency in the country of issue at the time of importation. This includes historical replicas, tokens that resemble coins, and special edition silver or base-metal coins issued for collectors that do not circulate as money. The classification process requires verifying the material composition to ensure no gold is present, as gold coins are specifically excluded from this subheading and moved to 7118.90 regardless of their tender status.
- Covers
- Silver commemorative coins (non-legal tender)
- Base metal collector coins
- Numismatic coins not recognized as currency
- Historical coin replicas struck by mints
- Anniversary medals struck in coin form
- 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. Commemorative coins are frequently misclassified under HS code 7118.90, which is reserved for coins that are legal tender. Another common error is using HS code 9705.31 for numismatic collections. While 9705 covers items of historical or numismatic interest, 7118.10 is the more specific code for newly struck coins that are not yet considered 'antiques' or part of a specialized historical collection. Additionally, if the coin is made of gold, it must be classified under 7118.90, even if it is not legal tender.
Top exporters and importers of HS 711810 (the code used for commemorative coins), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 711810 (the code used for commemorative 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 commemorative 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 commemorative 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 commemorative coins
What is the HS code for Commemorative coins?
The HS code for Commemorative coins is 711810 (Coin (other than gold coin), not being legal tender). The HS code for commemorative coins that are not gold and not legal tender is 7118.10.
How do I classify Commemorative coins for customs?
Commemorative coins is classified under HS code 711810 — Coin (other than gold coin), not being legal tender. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Can silver coins be classified here?
Yes, silver coins that are not legal tender are classified under 7118.10. However, if they are legal tender, they move to 7118.90.
Which countries are the top exporters of commemorative coins (HS 711810)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 711810 (the code used for commemorative 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 commemorative coins (HS 711810)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 711810 (the code used for commemorative 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 Commemorative coins the same in all countries?
The base HS code 711810 for Commemorative 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 commemorative coins in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 711810 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for commemorative 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).