Product classification
HS code for Nickel sheet: 7506.20
Nickel, plates, sheets, strip and foil, of nickel alloys.
Classification of nickel sheet under HS 7506.20
Nickel sheets, plates, strips, and foils made of nickel alloys are classified under HS code 7506.20. This classification is reserved for flat-rolled products that have a thickness exceeding 0.15 mm (for sheets and plates) or are very thin (for foils). The "alloyed" designation means the nickel content is less than 99% or contains other elements like chromium, iron, or copper in proportions that exceed the limits set for unalloyed nickel. These materials, such as Inconel, Monel, or Hastelloy, are prized for their extreme heat and corrosion resistance. The classification is based on the flat-rolled nature of the product and its specific chemical metallurgy, distinguishing it from unwrought forms or wire-based products.
- Covers
- Nickel alloy plates (heavy thickness)
- Nickel alloy sheets (medium thickness)
- Nickel alloy strips (narrow widths)
- Nickel alloy foil (very thin thickness)
- Also under 7506.20
- Special Metals (Inconel, Monel)
- Haynes International (Hastelloy, Haynes)
- VDM Metals
- ATI Specialty Materials
- Aperam Alloys
Codes often confused with 7506.20
Common mistake. The most frequent error is classifying these products under 7506.10, which is strictly for unalloyed nickel sheets. Importers must check the Mill Test Certificate (MTC) to confirm the alloy composition. Another misclassification occurs with 7502.20, which covers unwrought nickel alloys; 7506.20 is only for products that have been rolled or worked into flat shapes. Additionally, if the sheet is perforated or silver-plated, it may still fall under 7506 unless the processing changes its essential character to a finished article of another chapter.
Top exporters and importers of HS 750620 (the code used for nickel sheet), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 750620 (the code used for nickel sheet) in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 30% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Austria, with 11% 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 750620, not only nickel sheet.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $511M 30% of world exports
- 2 United States $476M 28% of world exports
- 3 Japan $171M 10% of world exports
World total: $1.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Austria $197M 11% of world imports
- 2 China $194M 11% of world imports
- 3 United States $167M 9.2% of world imports
World total: $1.8B 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 sheet
Brazil classifies nickel sheet under NCM 7506.20.00: HS 7506.20 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about nickel sheet
What is the HS code for Nickel sheet?
The HS code for Nickel sheet is 750620 (Nickel; plates, sheets, strip and foil, of nickel alloys).
How do I classify Nickel sheet for customs?
Nickel sheet is classified under HS code 750620 — Nickel; plates, sheets, strip and foil, of nickel alloys. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the HS code for nickel alloy sheet?
Nickel alloy plates, sheets, strip, and foil are classified under HS code 7506.20.
How is nickel foil distinguished from nickel sheet?
While both are in 7506.20, foil is generally defined by its extreme thinness, but the HS code groups plates, sheets, strips, and foils of alloys together in one subheading.
Which countries are the top exporters of nickel sheet (HS 750620)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 750620 (the code used for nickel sheet) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($511M, 30% of world exports), the United States ($476M) and Japan ($171M). World exports came to about $1.7B, 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 sheet (HS 750620)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 750620 (the code used for nickel sheet) in UN Comtrade data were Austria ($197M, 11% of world imports), China ($194M) and the United States ($167M). World imports came to about $1.8B, 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 sheet the same in all countries?
The base HS code 750620 for Nickel sheet 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 sheet in Brazil?
In Brazil, nickel sheet (HS 750620) is classified under NCM 7506.20.00.