Product classification
HS code for Decorative plaster: 6809.90
Plaster articles or articles of compositions based on plaster, n.e.c. in heading no. 6809.
Classification of decorative plaster under HS 6809.90
Decorative plaster is classified under HS code 6809.90, which falls within Chapter 68 of the Harmonized System, covering articles of stone, plaster, cement, asbestos, mica, or similar materials. Specifically, heading 6809 is dedicated to articles of plaster or of compositions based on plaster. While subheadings 6809.11 and 6809.19 are reserved for boards, sheets, and panels that are not ornamented (such as standard gypsum drywall), subheading 6809.90 serves as the residual category for all other articles. This includes decorative elements that have been molded, cast, or otherwise shaped into ornamental forms for architectural or aesthetic purposes. The classification is determined by the fact that the product is a finished or semi-finished article rather than raw plaster powder. These items are often used in interior design for ceiling and wall embellishments. The composition may include small amounts of additives like fibers for reinforcement or pigments for color, but the essential character must remain that of a plaster article to remain within this heading.
- Covers
- Plaster cornices and moldings
- Decorative ceiling roses
- Plaster statues and statuettes
- Ornamental wall panels
- Architectural plaster columns and capitals
- Bas-reliefs made of gypsum compositions
- Also under 6809.90
- Fypon Moldings (plaster versions)
- Orac Decor (similar decorative elements)
- custom plaster architectural details
- gypsum sculptures
- historical plaster reproductions
Codes often confused with 6809.90
Common mistake. Decorative plaster is frequently confused with HS code 3214.10, which covers glaziers' putty, grafting putty, and resin cements. While 3214 includes plaster-based fillers used for repair, it does not cover pre-formed decorative articles. Another common error is using HS code 2520.20, which is reserved for plaster in its raw, powdered, or calcined form before it has been molded into a specific shape or article.
Top exporters and importers of HS 680990 (the code used for decorative plaster), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 680990 (the code used for decorative plaster) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 31% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 17% 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 680990, not only decorative plaster.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $62M 31% of world exports
- 2 Canada $26M 13% of world exports
- 3 Germany $9.3M 4.6% of world exports
World total: $202M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $37M 17% of world imports
- 2 Hong Kong $16M 6.9% of world imports
- 3 Singapore $11M 4.7% of world imports
World total: $226M 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 decorative plaster
Brazil classifies decorative plaster under NCM 6809.90.00: HS 6809.90 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about decorative plaster
What is the HS code for Decorative plaster?
The HS code for Decorative plaster is 680990 (Plaster articles or articles of compositions based on plaster; n.e.c. in heading no. 6809). The primary HS code for decorative plaster articles, such as moldings and ornaments, is 6809.90.
How do I classify Decorative plaster for customs?
Decorative plaster is classified under HS code 680990 — Plaster articles or articles of compositions based on plaster; n.e.c. in heading no. 6809. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include plasterboard used for walls?
No, standard plasterboard or drywall faced with paper or cardboard is classified under 6809.11, whereas decorative or ornamental plaster articles fall under 6809.90.
Which countries are the top exporters of decorative plaster (HS 680990)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 680990 (the code used for decorative plaster) in UN Comtrade data were China ($62M, 31% of world exports), Canada ($26M) and Germany ($9.3M). World exports came to about $202M, 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 decorative plaster (HS 680990)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 680990 (the code used for decorative plaster) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($37M, 17% of world imports), Hong Kong ($16M) and Singapore ($11M). World imports came to about $226M, 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 Decorative plaster the same in all countries?
The base HS code 680990 for Decorative plaster 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 decorative plaster in Brazil?
In Brazil, decorative plaster (HS 680990) is classified under NCM 6809.90.00.