Product classification
HS code for Copper alloy pipe: 7411.29
Copper, tubes and pipes, of copper alloys (other than copper-zinc, copper-nickel base alloys (cupro-nickel) or copper-nickel-zinc base alloys (nickel-silver)).
Classification of copper alloy pipe under HS 7411.29
Copper alloy pipes and tubes are classified under HS code 7411.29. This classification is part of Chapter 74, which covers copper and articles thereof. Heading 7411 is specifically dedicated to tubes and pipes. To be classified here, the product must be a hollow semi-finished product, usually in coils or straight lengths, with a uniform wall thickness and a constant cross-section. Subheading 7411.29 is the residual category for pipes made of copper alloys that are not copper-zinc (brass), copper-nickel (cupro-nickel), or copper-nickel-zinc (nickel silver). The classification depends heavily on the chemical analysis of the alloy. If the copper content is the highest by weight and the alloy does not fit the specific definitions of the other subheadings, 7411.29 is the correct designation for these wrought products.
- Covers
- Aluminum bronze pipes
- Silicon bronze tubing
- Beryllium copper hollow bars
- Phosphor bronze tubes
- High-strength copper alloy piping for industrial use
- Seamless copper alloy tubes (non-brass/non-cupro-nickel)
- Also under 7411.29
- Materion Beryllium Copper Tubing
- Lebronze Alloys Aluminum Bronze Pipes
- Wieland Phosphor Bronze Tubes
- KME Special Alloy Pipes
Codes often confused with 7411.29
Common mistake. The most frequent misclassification occurs with HS code 7411.10, which is for refined (pure) copper pipes. Users also often confuse 7411.29 with 7411.21 (brass) or 7411.22 (cupro-nickel). It is essential to verify the metallurgical composition; for instance, if the zinc content exceeds certain thresholds, it must be classified as brass. Additionally, pipe fittings (elbows, tees, etc.) are not classified here; they belong under HS code 7412.
Top exporters and importers of HS 741129 (the code used for copper alloy pipe), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 741129 (the code used for copper alloy pipe) in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 24% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, 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 741129, not only copper alloy pipe.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $116M 24% of world exports
- 2 Austria $76M 16% of world exports
- 3 Thailand $39M 8.2% of world exports
World total: $477M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $108M 17% of world imports
- 2 Thailand $56M 8.9% of world imports
- 3 Egypt $35M 5.5% of world imports
World total: $627M 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 codes for copper alloy pipe
Brazil splits HS 7411.29 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 7411.29.10Other copper alloy tubes, not finned or grooved
- 7411.29.90Other finned or grooved copper alloy tubes
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about copper alloy pipe
What is the HS code for Copper alloy pipe?
The HS code for Copper alloy pipe is 741129 (Copper; tubes and pipes, of copper alloys (other than copper-zinc, copper-nickel base alloys (cupro-nickel) or copper-nickel-zinc base alloys (nickel-silver))). The HS code for pipes made of copper alloys (excluding brass and cupro-nickel) is 7411.29.
How do I classify Copper alloy pipe for customs?
Copper alloy pipe is classified under HS code 741129 — Copper; tubes and pipes, of copper alloys (other than copper-zinc, copper-nickel base alloys (cupro-nickel) or copper-nickel-zinc base alloys (nickel-silver)). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include flexible copper hoses?
If the hose is a simple copper alloy tube, it may fall here, but if it is reinforced or fitted with attachments, it might be classified elsewhere as a finished article.
Which countries are the top exporters of copper alloy pipe (HS 741129)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 741129 (the code used for copper alloy pipe) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($116M, 24% of world exports), Austria ($76M) and Thailand ($39M). World exports came to about $477M, 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 copper alloy pipe (HS 741129)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 741129 (the code used for copper alloy pipe) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($108M, 17% of world imports), Thailand ($56M) and Egypt ($35M). World imports came to about $627M, 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 Copper alloy pipe the same in all countries?
The base HS code 741129 for Copper alloy pipe 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 copper alloy pipe in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 741129 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for copper alloy pipe depends on the product's details: 7411.29.10 (Other copper alloy tubes, not finned or grooved), 7411.29.90 (Other finned or grooved copper alloy tubes).