Product classification
HS code for Molybdenum wire: 8102.96
Molybdenum, wire.
Classification of molybdenum wire under HS 8102.96
Molybdenum wire is classified under HS code 810296. In the context of the Harmonized System, wire is defined as a cold-drawn product, of any cross-sectional shape, of which no cross-sectional dimension exceeds a certain limit (typically 6mm). Molybdenum wire is widely used in high-temperature applications, such as heating elements and support structures in vacuum furnaces, due to its exceptionally high melting point and low thermal expansion. The classification under 810296 is specific to the metallic wire itself. If the wire is further processed, such as being insulated for electrical use, it may be reclassified under Chapter 85. However, bare molybdenum wire, regardless of its thickness or finish (e.g., cleaned, etched, or as-drawn), remains within this specific subheading of Chapter 81. The classification logic follows the progression from raw metal to semi-finished forms, where wire is considered a distinct category from bars, rods, or plates due to its manufacturing process (drawing) and its resulting physical characteristics.
- Covers
- Fine molybdenum wire for electronics
- Molybdenum spray wire for thermal coating
- Molybdenum heating element wire
- Mandrel molybdenum wire
- Black or cleaned molybdenum wire
- Also under 8102.96
- Plansee Molybdenum Wire
- H.C. Starck Molybdenum Wire
- Elmet Technologies Molybdenum Wire
- A.L.M.T. Molybdenum Wire
Codes often confused with 8102.96
Common mistake. Molybdenum wire is frequently confused with molybdenum bars and rods classified under HS code 810295. The distinction is based on the manufacturing method and the diameter; wire is drawn, while bars are usually rolled or extruded. It is also sometimes misclassified under 8544 if it is intended for electrical use, but 8544 only applies if the wire is insulated or fitted with connectors.
Top exporters and importers of HS 810296 (the code used for molybdenum wire), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 810296 (the code used for molybdenum wire) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 48% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was India, with 32% 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 810296, not only molybdenum wire.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $22M 48% of world exports
- 2 India $10M 22% of world exports
- 3 South Korea $3.7M 8.0% of world exports
World total: $47M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 India $20M 32% of world imports
- 2 China $7.3M 12% of world imports
- 3 Germany $5.7M 9.4% of world imports
World total: $61M 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 molybdenum wire
Brazil classifies molybdenum wire under NCM 8102.96.00: HS 8102.96 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about molybdenum wire
What is the HS code for Molybdenum wire?
The HS code for Molybdenum wire is 810296 (Molybdenum; wire). The HS code for molybdenum wire is 810296.
How do I classify Molybdenum wire for customs?
Molybdenum wire is classified under HS code 810296 — Molybdenum; wire. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is molybdenum wire used in medical devices classified here?
Yes, if the wire is imported as a raw material or semi-finished component, it remains under 810296, unless it has been further manufactured into a specific identifiable part of a medical instrument.
Which countries are the top exporters of molybdenum wire (HS 810296)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 810296 (the code used for molybdenum wire) in UN Comtrade data were China ($22M, 48% of world exports), India ($10M) and South Korea ($3.7M). World exports came to about $47M, 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 molybdenum wire (HS 810296)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 810296 (the code used for molybdenum wire) in UN Comtrade data were India ($20M, 32% of world imports), China ($7.3M) and Germany ($5.7M). World imports came to about $61M, 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 Molybdenum wire the same in all countries?
The base HS code 810296 for Molybdenum wire 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 molybdenum wire in Brazil?
In Brazil, molybdenum wire (HS 810296) is classified under NCM 8102.96.00.