Product classification
HS code for Copper hardware: 7415.39
Copper, articles n.e.c. in heading no. 7415.
Classification of copper hardware under HS 7415.39
Copper hardware, specifically threaded fasteners like screws, bolts, and nuts, is classified under HS code 7415.39. Heading 7415 covers a wide range of copper articles including nails, tacks, drawing pins, staples, and similar fasteners. The structure of this heading separates non-threaded articles (7415.10 and 7415.21-29) from threaded articles. Subheading 7415.39 is a residual category for "other" threaded articles of copper that are not specifically named elsewhere in the 7415.3 sub-hierarchy. This classification is appropriate for hardware because these items are designed for fastening or assembly purposes and are made primarily of copper or copper alloys. The use of copper in hardware is often driven by its corrosion resistance or electrical conductivity, but the HS classification remains based on the physical form (threaded fastener) and the constituent material (copper).
- Covers
- Copper wood screws and machine screws
- Copper bolts and studs
- Copper nuts (hex, square, or wing nuts)
- Threaded copper hooks and screw eyes
- Copper threaded plugs and similar fasteners
- Also under 7415.39
- Custom copper threaded rods
- Marine-grade copper U-bolts
- Architectural copper fasteners
- Specialized electrical copper connectors
- HVAC copper mounting hardware
Codes often confused with 7415.39
Common mistake. Copper hardware is often misclassified under 7419, which is the "other articles of copper" category. However, because heading 7415 specifically names fasteners, it takes precedence over the general category of 7419. Another common error is misclassifying copper-plated steel hardware under Chapter 74. According to the General Rules of Interpretation, the classification is determined by the base metal that predominates by weight. If the hardware is made of steel and merely plated with copper, it belongs in Chapter 73 (specifically 7318). Furthermore, non-threaded copper fasteners like rivets or washers must be classified under 7415.21 or 7415.29 rather than 7415.39.
Top exporters and importers of HS 741539 (the code used for copper hardware), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 741539 (the code used for copper hardware) in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 22% 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 741539, not only copper hardware.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $74M 22% of world exports
- 2 Italy $45M 14% of world exports
- 3 Taiwan* ~$34M 10% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $334M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $44M 11% of world imports
- 2 United States $36M 9.1% of world imports
- 3 Poland $25M 6.4% of world imports
World total: $394M 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. UN Comtrade records Taiwan as "Other Asia, not elsewhere specified". Saudi Arabia's exports under that code are left out: they are far too large to be trade with Taiwan, so mostly undisclosed partners. 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 hardware
Brazil classifies copper hardware under NCM 7415.39.00: HS 7415.39 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about copper hardware
What is the HS code for Copper hardware?
The HS code for Copper hardware is 741539 (Copper; articles n.e.c. in heading no. 7415). Threaded copper hardware such as screws, bolts, and nuts is generally classified under HS code 7415.39.
How do I classify Copper hardware for customs?
Copper hardware is classified under HS code 741539 — Copper; articles n.e.c. in heading no. 7415. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are copper-plated steel screws classified here?
No, screws made of steel and only coated or plated with copper are classified under heading 7318 in the iron and steel chapter.
Which countries are the top exporters of copper hardware (HS 741539)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 741539 (the code used for copper hardware) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($74M, 22% of world exports), Italy ($45M) and Taiwan (about $34M). World exports came to about $334M, 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 hardware (HS 741539)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 741539 (the code used for copper hardware) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($44M, 11% of world imports), the United States ($36M) and Poland ($25M). World imports came to about $394M, 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 hardware the same in all countries?
The base HS code 741539 for Copper hardware 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 hardware in Brazil?
In Brazil, copper hardware (HS 741539) is classified under NCM 7415.39.00.