Product classification
HS code for Copper powder: 7406.10
Copper, powders of non-lamellar structure.
Classification of copper powder under HS 7406.10
Copper powder is classified under HS code 7406.10 based on the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) 1 and 6. Heading 7406 specifically covers copper powders and flakes. The classification is further refined to subheading 7406.10 because the product possesses a non-lamellar structure. In metallurgical terms, non-lamellar powders are those where the particles are granular, spherical, or irregular in shape, rather than flat or plate-like. These powders are typically produced through atomization, electrolysis, or chemical reduction processes. To qualify for this code, the material must consist of copper or copper alloys (such as brass or bronze) where copper is the predominant metal by weight. The classification is determined by the physical morphology of the particles; if the particles were flat or leaf-like, they would be directed toward a different subheading. This code is essential for industrial manufacturers who use copper powder in powder metallurgy, friction materials, and chemical catalysts.
- Covers
- Atomized copper powder
- Electrolytic copper powder
- Spherical copper particles
- Granular copper dust
- Brass powder (non-lamellar)
- Bronze powder (non-lamellar)
- Pre-alloyed copper-based powders
- Also under 7406.10
- GKN Sinter Metals copper powder
- Höganäs AB copper powder
- Sandvik Osprey copper powder
- AMETEK Specialty Metal Products copper powder
Codes often confused with 7406.10
Common mistake. Copper powder is frequently misclassified under HS code 7406.20, which is reserved for copper powders of a lamellar structure (flakes). The distinction lies entirely in the particle shape; lamellar powders are used primarily in paints and coatings for their leafing properties, whereas 7406.10 is for industrial molding and sintering. Additionally, copper oxides are sometimes confused with copper powder but must be classified under Heading 2825 as chemical compounds rather than base metals.
Top exporters and importers of HS 740610 (the code used for copper powder), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 740610 (the code used for copper powder) in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 20% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 16% 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 740610, not only copper powder.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $102M 20% of world exports
- 2 United Kingdom $67M 13% of world exports
- 3 Japan $62M 12% of world exports
World total: $516M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $78M 16% of world imports
- 2 China $53M 11% of world imports
- 3 United States $47M 9.7% of world imports
World total: $487M 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 powder
Brazil splits HS 7406.10 into 3 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 7406.10.10Copper powder, 9.5–25% lead and 1.75–11% tin
- 7406.10.20Copper powder, 7–9% tin and 0.7–1.3% nickel
- 7406.10.90Other copper powders of non-lamellar structure
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about copper powder
What is the HS code for Copper powder?
The HS code for Copper powder is 740610 (Copper; powders of non-lamellar structure). The HS code for copper powder with a non-lamellar (granular or spherical) structure is 7406.10.
How do I classify Copper powder for customs?
Copper powder is classified under HS code 740610 — Copper; powders of non-lamellar structure. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include copper flakes?
No, copper flakes or powders with a lamellar structure are classified under HS code 7406.20.
Which countries are the top exporters of copper powder (HS 740610)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 740610 (the code used for copper powder) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($102M, 20% of world exports), the United Kingdom ($67M) and Japan ($62M). World exports came to about $516M, 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 powder (HS 740610)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 740610 (the code used for copper powder) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($78M, 16% of world imports), China ($53M) and the United States ($47M). World imports came to about $487M, 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 powder the same in all countries?
The base HS code 740610 for Copper powder 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 powder in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 740610 into 3 NCM codes, so the right one for copper powder depends on the product's details: 7406.10.10 (Copper powder, 9.5–25% lead and 1.75–11% tin), 7406.10.20 (Copper powder, 7–9% tin and 0.7–1.3% nickel), 7406.10.90 (Other copper powders of non-lamellar structure).