Product classification
HS code for Copper strip coil: 7409.11
Copper, strip, of a thickness exceeding 0.15mm, of refined copper, in coils.
Classification of copper strip coil under HS 7409.11
Copper strip coil is classified under HS code 740911. This classification is governed by the legal notes of Chapter 74, which covers copper and articles thereof. Heading 7409 is designated for copper plates, sheets, and strip, of a thickness exceeding 0.15mm. The distinction between these forms and copper foil (7410) is strictly based on thickness; any copper product 0.15mm or thinner is classified as foil. Subheading 740911 specifically identifies refined copper that is presented in coils. Refined copper is defined in Note 1(a) to Chapter 74 as metal containing at least 99.85% by weight of copper, or metal containing at least 97.5% by weight of copper, provided that the content by weight of any other element does not exceed specific limits. The term strip generally refers to flat-rolled products with a width that is small relative to its length, but for HS purposes, plates, sheets, and strips are grouped together. The in coils requirement means the product must be wound in successive layers. This material is widely used in the electrical industry for transformer windings, busbars, and electronic components due to its high conductivity. If the copper were alloyed with zinc (brass) or tin (bronze), it would be classified under different subheadings like 740921 or 740931. The classification process requires verifying the chemical composition to ensure it meets the refined criteria and measuring the thickness to ensure it exceeds the 0.15mm threshold. Furthermore, the product must not have been worked into a specific finished article to remain under this heading. Surface treatments like tin-plating or silver-plating are permitted as long as they do not change the essential character of the strip.
- Covers
- Refined copper strips in rolls
- Coiled copper sheets over 0.15mm thickness
- Electrical grade copper coils
- Industrial copper tape (non-adhesive)
- Cold-rolled copper strip in coils
- Also under 7409.11
- Aurubis ETP Copper Strip
- Wieland KME Copper Strip
- Luvata OFC Copper Coil
- Mitsubishi Materials Copper Strip
Codes often confused with 7409.11
Common mistake. The most common misclassification is HS code 7410.11, which is for copper foil. The only difference is thickness; 7410 is for material 0.15mm or thinner, while 7409 is for material thicker than 0.15mm. Another error is using 7407.10 for copper bars or rods, which are solid profiles rather than flat-rolled products.
Top exporters and importers of HS 740911 (the code used for copper strip coil), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 740911 (the code used for copper strip coil) in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 25% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 12% 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 740911, not only copper strip coil.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $1.1B 25% of world exports
- 2 China $746M 17% of world exports
- 3 Japan $521M 12% of world exports
World total: $4.5B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Italy $490M 12% of world imports
- 2 France $353M 8.4% of world imports
- 3 China $340M 8.1% of world imports
World total: $4.2B 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 strip coil
Brazil classifies copper strip coil under NCM 7409.11.00: HS 7409.11 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about copper strip coil
What is the HS code for Copper strip coil?
The HS code for Copper strip coil is 740911 (Copper; strip, of a thickness exceeding 0.15mm, of refined copper, in coils). The HS code for copper strip coil made of refined copper is 740911.
How do I classify Copper strip coil for customs?
Copper strip coil is classified under HS code 740911 — Copper; strip, of a thickness exceeding 0.15mm, of refined copper, in coils. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the difference between copper strip and copper foil in HS codes?
The difference is based on thickness: copper strip (7409) must be thicker than 0.15mm, whereas copper foil (7410) is 0.15mm or thinner.
Which countries are the top exporters of copper strip coil (HS 740911)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 740911 (the code used for copper strip coil) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($1.1B, 25% of world exports), China ($746M) and Japan ($521M). World exports came to about $4.5B, 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 strip coil (HS 740911)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 740911 (the code used for copper strip coil) in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($490M, 12% of world imports), France ($353M) and China ($340M). World imports came to about $4.2B, 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 strip coil the same in all countries?
The base HS code 740911 for Copper strip coil 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 strip coil in Brazil?
In Brazil, copper strip coil (HS 740911) is classified under NCM 7409.11.00.