Product classification
HS code for Plaster moldings: 6809.90
Plaster articles or articles of compositions based on plaster, n.e.c. in heading no. 6809.
Classification of plaster moldings under HS 6809.90
Plaster moldings are classified under HS code 680990. This code is found in Chapter 68, which covers articles of stone, plaster, cement, asbestos, mica, or similar materials. Heading 6809 is dedicated to articles of plaster or of compositions based on plaster. While subheading 680911 and 680919 cover boards, sheets, and panels (like drywall), subheading 680990 acts as a residual category for "other" articles of plaster. This includes decorative elements such as moldings, cornices, and ceiling roses. The classification is determined by the fact that the product is a finished article rather than a raw material or a simple flat board. These items are manufactured articles that have been shaped, molded, or otherwise worked into a final form. They are no longer just the raw material (plaster) but are distinct products used in interior design and construction for aesthetic purposes. The complexity of the shape and the intended use as an architectural ornament are the primary drivers for this classification.
- Covers
- Decorative plaster cornices
- Plaster ceiling roses
- Ornamental plaster moldings
- Plaster columns and capitals
- Plaster bas-reliefs
- 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. Plaster moldings are often misclassified under 680911 or 680919, which are specifically for plasterboards and panels used in wall construction. Another common error is using 392590 for plastic or polyurethane moldings that mimic the look of plaster. If the molding is made of wood, it belongs in Chapter 44. The material composition is the most important factor in distinguishing these codes.
Top exporters and importers of HS 680990 (the code used for plaster moldings), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 680990 (the code used for plaster moldings) 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 plaster moldings.
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 plaster moldings
Brazil classifies plaster moldings 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 plaster moldings
What is the HS code for Plaster moldings?
The HS code for Plaster moldings is 680990 (Plaster articles or articles of compositions based on plaster; n.e.c. in heading no. 6809). The HS code for decorative plaster moldings and other articles of plaster is 680990.
How do I classify Plaster moldings for customs?
Plaster moldings 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 standard drywall?
No, standard plasterboard or drywall is classified under HS code 680911 (faced with paper) or 680919 (other).
Which countries are the top exporters of plaster moldings (HS 680990)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 680990 (the code used for plaster moldings) 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 plaster moldings (HS 680990)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 680990 (the code used for plaster moldings) 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 Plaster moldings the same in all countries?
The base HS code 680990 for Plaster moldings 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 plaster moldings in Brazil?
In Brazil, plaster moldings (HS 680990) is classified under NCM 6809.90.00.