Product classification
HS code for Copper cotter pins: 7415.29
Copper, rivets, cotters, cotter-pins and similar articles, not threaded.
Classification of copper cotter pins under HS 7415.29
Copper cotter pins are classified under HS code 7415.29, which pertains to non-threaded copper articles such as rivets, cotters, and cotter-pins. The classification is based on the mechanical function of the item as a fastener and the fact that it does not utilize threads for its securing mechanism. Heading 7415 is the general category for fasteners made of copper or copper alloys. Within this heading, the system differentiates between threaded and non-threaded items. Cotter pins, which are typically split pins used to secure bolts or shafts by being inserted through a hole and bent at the ends, fall into the non-threaded sub-category. The use of copper or copper alloys, such as brass, for these pins is common in applications requiring non-sparking properties or resistance to seawater corrosion. The classification is straightforward as long as the item is clearly identifiable as a cotter or similar non-threaded fastening device. These items are essential in mechanical engineering for preventing nuts from loosening or for holding pins in place.
- Covers
- Copper split pins
- Brass cotter pins
- Copper R-clips
- Non-threaded copper locking pins
- Copper alloy cotters
- Also under 7415.29
- Pop Rivet copper rivets
- Hillman copper cotter pins
- Southco copper drive rivets
- Stanley copper blind rivets
- Fastenal copper solid rivets
Codes often confused with 7415.29
Common mistake. Copper cotter pins are often confused with HS code 7415.21, which is specifically for copper rivets. While both are non-threaded fasteners, they have distinct mechanical designs. They may also be misclassified under HS code 7415.33 if the importer mistakenly groups all fasteners together, but 7415.33 is strictly for threaded items. Finally, steel cotter pins must be classified under 7318.24, not in the copper chapter.
Top exporters and importers of HS 741529 (the code used for copper cotter pins), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 741529 (the code used for copper cotter pins) in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 31% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 11% 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 741529, not only copper cotter pins.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $90M 31% of world exports
- 2 Switzerland $33M 11% of world exports
- 3 China $26M 9.0% of world exports
World total: $294M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $30M 11% of world imports
- 2 China $22M 7.6% of world imports
- 3 Mexico $20M 7.1% of world imports
World total: $286M 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 copper cotter pins
Brazil classifies copper cotter pins under NCM 7415.29.00: HS 7415.29 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about copper cotter pins
What is the HS code for Copper cotter pins?
The HS code for Copper cotter pins is 741529 (Copper; rivets, cotters, cotter-pins and similar articles, not threaded). The HS code for copper cotter pins and other non-threaded cotters is 7415.29.
How do I classify Copper cotter pins for customs?
Copper cotter pins is classified under HS code 741529 — Copper; rivets, cotters, cotter-pins and similar articles, not threaded. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Can I use the same HS code for brass cotter pins?
Yes, brass is a copper alloy, and fasteners made of brass are classified under the same copper heading, 7415.29.
Which countries are the top exporters of copper cotter pins (HS 741529)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 741529 (the code used for copper cotter pins) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($90M, 31% of world exports), Switzerland ($33M) and China ($26M). World exports came to about $294M, 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 cotter pins (HS 741529)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 741529 (the code used for copper cotter pins) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($30M, 11% of world imports), China ($22M) and Mexico ($20M). World imports came to about $286M, 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 cotter pins the same in all countries?
The base HS code 741529 for Copper cotter pins 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 cotter pins in Brazil?
In Brazil, copper cotter pins (HS 741529) is classified under NCM 7415.29.00.