Product classification
HS code for Copper elbows: 7412.10
Copper, tube or pipe fittings (e.g. couplings, elbows, sleeves) of refined copper.
Classification of copper elbows under HS 7412.10
Copper elbows are classified under HS code 7412.10 because they are identified as tube or pipe fittings made of refined copper. The Harmonized System specifically groups fittings that change the direction of a pipe—such as elbows—under heading 7412. The primary factor for this classification is the material purity. Refined copper fittings are distinguished from copper alloy fittings (like brass or bronze) which fall under a different subheading (7412.20). The classification process involves verifying that the product is a finished fitting designed for tubes or pipes. Under the Section XV notes of the HS nomenclature, base metals and their articles are classified based on the predominant metal by weight. Since these elbows are made of refined copper, they fall squarely into Chapter 74. The 7412.10 code is specific to refined copper, ensuring that high-purity components used in specialized plumbing, HVAC, and industrial applications are tracked accurately for customs and trade purposes. The shape of the elbow, whether it is a 90-degree or 45-degree bend, does not change the four-digit heading or the six-digit subheading, as long as the function remains a pipe fitting and the material remains refined copper. It is also important to distinguish these from street elbows, which have different thread types but still fall under this code if the material is refined copper. The classification is also independent of the connection method, whether it be soldering, brazing, or mechanical pressing.
- Covers
- 90-degree copper elbows
- 45-degree copper elbows
- Street elbows of refined copper
- Long radius and short radius copper elbows
- Return bends (180-degree elbows)
- Also under 7412.10
- Mueller Industries Copper Fittings
- Nibco Copper Fittings
- Viega Copper Press Fittings
- Conex Bänninger Copper Fittings
Codes often confused with 7412.10
Common mistake. A common misclassification occurs with HS code 8481, which covers valves and similar appliances. While an elbow changes flow direction, it does not regulate flow; if a valve is integrated into the elbow, it moves to 8481. Another error is using 7411.10, which is for refined copper tubes; elbows are fittings, not tubes. Finally, brass elbows are often incorrectly placed here instead of 7412.20.
Top exporters and importers of HS 741210 (the code used for copper elbows), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 741210 (the code used for copper elbows) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 25% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 26% 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 741210, not only copper elbows.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $325M 25% of world exports
- 2 Germany $232M 18% of world exports
- 3 Poland $169M 13% of world exports
World total: $1.3B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $336M 26% of world imports
- 2 Germany $126M 9.6% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $95M 7.3% of world imports
World total: $1.3B 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 elbows
Brazil classifies copper elbows under NCM 7412.10.00: HS 7412.10 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about copper elbows
What is the HS code for Copper elbows?
The HS code for Copper elbows is 741210 (Copper; tube or pipe fittings (e.g. couplings, elbows, sleeves) of refined copper). The HS code for elbows made of refined copper is 7412.10.
How do I classify Copper elbows for customs?
Copper elbows is classified under HS code 741210 — Copper; tube or pipe fittings (e.g. couplings, elbows, sleeves) of refined copper. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are 45-degree and 90-degree elbows classified differently?
No, both 45-degree and 90-degree elbows fall under HS code 7412.10 as long as they are made of refined copper.
Which countries are the top exporters of copper elbows (HS 741210)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 741210 (the code used for copper elbows) in UN Comtrade data were China ($325M, 25% of world exports), Germany ($232M) and Poland ($169M). World exports came to about $1.3B, 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 elbows (HS 741210)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 741210 (the code used for copper elbows) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($336M, 26% of world imports), Germany ($126M) and the United Kingdom ($95M). World imports came to about $1.3B, 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 elbows the same in all countries?
The base HS code 741210 for Copper elbows 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 elbows in Brazil?
In Brazil, copper elbows (HS 741210) is classified under NCM 7412.10.00.