Product classification
HS code for Copper pipe fittings: 7412.10
Copper, tube or pipe fittings (e.g. couplings, elbows, sleeves) of refined copper.
Classification of copper pipe fittings under HS 7412.10
Copper pipe fittings are classified under HS code 741210. This classification is governed by the rules of Chapter 74, which covers copper and articles thereof. Heading 7412 is specifically for tube or pipe fittings, such as couplings, elbows, and sleeves. The subheading 741210 is reserved for fittings made of refined copper. According to Note 1(a) to Chapter 74, refined copper is defined as metal containing at least 99.85% by weight of copper, or metal containing at least 97.5% copper provided that no other single element exceeds specified limits. These fittings are essential components in plumbing and heating systems, designed to join lengths of pipe or change the direction of flow. The classification is based on the material composition and the function of the article. It is important to distinguish between fittings made of refined copper and those made of copper alloys, such as brass or bronze, as the latter are classified under a different subheading. The fittings must be identifiable as parts for tubes or pipes; they are typically threaded, soldered, or mechanically joined. This code does not include valves or taps, which are classified in Chapter 84, even if they are made of copper and attached to pipes.
- Covers
- Refined copper elbows
- Refined copper couplings
- Refined copper tees
- Refined copper sleeves
- Refined copper unions
- 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. The most common misclassification is using HS code 741220, which is for fittings made of copper alloys (like brass). Another error is using 7411, which is for the copper tubes themselves. Additionally, copper valves should be classified under 8481 rather than 741210.
Top exporters and importers of HS 741210 (the code used for copper pipe fittings), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 741210 (the code used for copper pipe fittings) 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 pipe fittings.
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 pipe fittings
Brazil classifies copper pipe fittings 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 pipe fittings
What is the HS code for Copper pipe fittings?
The HS code for Copper pipe fittings is 741210 (Copper; tube or pipe fittings (e.g. couplings, elbows, sleeves) of refined copper). The HS code for tube or pipe fittings of refined copper is 741210.
How do I classify Copper pipe fittings for customs?
Copper pipe fittings 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.
What if the fitting is made of brass?
If the fitting is made of brass or another copper alloy, it should be classified under HS code 741220 instead of 741210.
Which countries are the top exporters of copper pipe fittings (HS 741210)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 741210 (the code used for copper pipe fittings) 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 pipe fittings (HS 741210)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 741210 (the code used for copper pipe fittings) 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 pipe fittings the same in all countries?
The base HS code 741210 for Copper pipe fittings 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 pipe fittings in Brazil?
In Brazil, copper pipe fittings (HS 741210) is classified under NCM 7412.10.00.