HS Code for Nickel silver pipe

Nickel silver pipes are classified under HS code 7411.22 because, despite the name, nickel silver is a copper-based alloy rather than a nickel-based one. In the Harmonized System, alloys are classified under the heading of the metal which predominates by weight. Nickel silver typically consists of copper, nickel, and zinc, with copper being the primary component. Consequently, it falls under Chapter 74 (Copper and articles thereof). Heading 7411 covers copper tubes and pipes, and subheading 7411.22 specifically identifies those made of copper-nickel base alloys (cupro-nickel) or copper-nickel-zinc base alloys (nickel silver). The classification requires the product to be a hollow tube or pipe with a uniform wall thickness and a continuous periphery, whether in straight lengths or coils.

Products Included

• Seamless nickel silver pipes for musical instruments
• Welded nickel silver tubing for decorative architecture
• Nickel silver hollow profiles for industrial heat exchangers
• Precision nickel silver tubes for optical equipment
• Cupro-nickel-zinc alloy pipes for marine hardware

Common Misclassification

The most frequent error is classifying these products under Chapter 75 (Nickel), specifically code 7507.11 or 7507.12, due to the presence of "nickel" in the trade name. However, Chapter 75 is reserved for alloys where nickel predominates by weight. Another common mistake is using 7411.10, which is reserved for refined copper, or 7411.21, which is for copper-zinc alloys (brass) that do not contain the requisite nickel content to be defined as nickel silver.

FAQ

What is the HS code for nickel silver pipe?

The correct HS code for nickel silver pipe is 7411.22, which covers tubes and pipes of copper-nickel-zinc base alloys.

Does nickel silver pipe contain actual silver?

No, nickel silver is a metallurgical misnomer; it is an alloy of copper, nickel, and zinc named for its silvery appearance, but it contains no elemental silver.