Product classification
HS code for Nickel alloy ingot: 7502.20
Nickel, unwrought, alloys.
Classification of nickel alloy ingot under HS 7502.20
Nickel alloy ingots are classified under HS code 750220 as unwrought nickel alloys. The term "unwrought" refers to primary forms that have been produced by casting or sintering, such as ingots, pigs, pellets, or slabs, which have not been further worked after solidification. This code is specific to alloys where nickel is the predominant element by weight. The classification process involves verifying that the material has not been rolled, forged, or otherwise shaped into semi-finished products like bars or sheets. These ingots serve as the raw material for further manufacturing processes in the aerospace, chemical, and marine industries. According to the Chapter 75 notes, an alloy is defined by the weight of nickel being greater than any other element, or by the presence of specific quantities of other elements like cobalt or iron. It is crucial to distinguish these from unalloyed nickel (750210), which requires a nickel plus cobalt content of at least 99% by weight. The physical state of the ingot—usually a heavy, rough-surfaced block—is a primary identifier for customs. If the ingot has been processed into a specific shape for a machine part, it may lose its classification as unwrought and be moved to a finished goods category. The chemical certificate of analysis is the most important document for confirming this classification.
- Covers
- Nickel-chromium alloy ingots
- Nickel-copper alloy pigs
- Unwrought nickel-molybdenum slabs
- Cast nickel alloy blocks for remelting
- Nickel alloy pellets for alloying additions
- Also under 7502.20
- Inconel master alloy
- Hastelloy ingots
- Monel alloy billets
- Nimonic alloy ingots
Codes often confused with 7502.20
Common mistake. Nickel alloy ingots are often misclassified under 750210, which is for unalloyed nickel. The distinction depends entirely on the purity level. They are also confused with 750300, which covers nickel waste and scrap. While scrap may look like an ingot if melted down, 750220 is reserved for primary production alloys of known specification. Furthermore, if the ingot has been rolled into a plate, it must be moved to 7506, even if the chemical composition remains identical.
Top exporters and importers of HS 750220 (the code used for nickel alloy ingot), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 750220 (the code used for nickel alloy ingot) in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 30% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Austria, 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 750220, not only nickel alloy ingot.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 United States $351M 30% of world exports
- 2 United Kingdom $225M 19% of world exports
- 3 Germany $211M 18% of world exports
World total: $1.2B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Austria $199M 16% of world imports
- 2 France $158M 13% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $134M 11% of world imports
World total: $1.2B 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 nickel alloy ingot
Brazil classifies nickel alloy ingot under NCM 7502.20.00: HS 7502.20 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about nickel alloy ingot
What is the HS code for Nickel alloy ingot?
The HS code for Nickel alloy ingot is 750220 (Nickel; unwrought, alloys). The HS code for nickel alloy ingots is 750220, which applies to unwrought nickel alloys in primary forms like ingots or pigs.
How do I classify Nickel alloy ingot for customs?
Nickel alloy ingot is classified under HS code 750220 — Nickel; unwrought, alloys. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is a nickel slab classified the same as an ingot?
Yes, as long as the slab is in an unwrought state (cast and not further worked), it is classified under 750220 for alloys or 750210 for unalloyed nickel.
Which countries are the top exporters of nickel alloy ingot (HS 750220)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 750220 (the code used for nickel alloy ingot) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($351M, 30% of world exports), the United Kingdom ($225M) and Germany ($211M). World exports came to about $1.2B, 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.
Which countries are the top importers of nickel alloy ingot (HS 750220)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 750220 (the code used for nickel alloy ingot) in UN Comtrade data were Austria ($199M, 16% of world imports), France ($158M) and the United Kingdom ($134M). World imports came to about $1.2B, 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 Nickel alloy ingot the same in all countries?
The base HS code 750220 for Nickel alloy ingot 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 nickel alloy ingot in Brazil?
In Brazil, nickel alloy ingot (HS 750220) is classified under NCM 7502.20.00.