Product classification
HS code for Platinum powder: 7110.11
Metals, platinum, unwrought or in powder form.
Classification of platinum powder under HS 7110.11
Platinum powder is classified under HS code 7110.11. This heading specifically covers platinum in its unwrought forms or in the form of powder. Platinum, being a precious metal, is governed by the rules of Chapter 71. The term "powder" in the context of the Harmonized System refers to products of which at least 90% by weight passes through a sieve with a mesh aperture of 0.5 mm. Platinum powder is a vital industrial material used extensively in the production of catalytic converters, fuel cells, and electronic pastes. The classification is determined by the physical state of the metal (powder) and its chemical purity (elemental platinum or platinum alloys). Under GRI 1, the specific mention of "powder" in the subheading 7110.11 takes precedence over more general subheadings. This classification applies regardless of whether the powder is intended for metallurgical use, chemical catalysis, or as a component in conductive inks, provided it is not mixed with other substances that would change its character to a prepared mixture.
- Covers
- Pure platinum powder
- Platinum alloy powders (where platinum predominates)
- Sponge platinum (porous unwrought form)
- Platinum grain and granules
- Atomized platinum powder
- Also under 7110.11
- Anglo American Platinum ingots
- Sibanye-Stillwater platinum powder
- Johnson Matthey platinum sponge
- Heraeus platinum bars
Codes often confused with 7110.11
Common mistake. Platinum powder is often misclassified under HS code 2843.90, which is for platinum compounds. It is crucial to distinguish between the elemental metal powder (7110.11) and chemical compounds like platinum chloride. Another error is using HS code 7110.19, which is for "other" semi-manufactured forms of platinum like wire or sheet. Since powder is explicitly named in 7110.11, it must be classified there. Additionally, if the powder is mixed with a binder or solvent for use in electronics, it may be reclassified under 3824 as a prepared binder or under 3212 as a pigment or metallic foil paste.
Top exporters and importers of HS 711011 (the code used for platinum powder), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 711011 (the code used for platinum powder) in UN Comtrade data was Hong Kong, with 19% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, 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 711011, not only platinum powder.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Hong Kong $3.3B 19% of world exports
- 2 United Kingdom $2.5B 14% of world exports
- 3 South Africa $2.2B 12% of world exports
World total: $17.5B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $3.3B 16% of world imports
- 2 United States $3.2B 15% of world imports
- 3 Hong Kong $3.1B 15% of world imports
World total: $21.1B 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 platinum powder
Brazil classifies platinum powder under NCM 7110.11.00: HS 7110.11 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about platinum powder
What is the HS code for Platinum powder?
The HS code for Platinum powder is 711011 (Metals; platinum, unwrought or in powder form). The HS code for platinum powder is 7110.11, which covers unwrought platinum and platinum powders.
How do I classify Platinum powder for customs?
Platinum powder is classified under HS code 711011 — Metals; platinum, unwrought or in powder form. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is platinum sponge classified the same as platinum powder?
Yes, platinum sponge is considered an unwrought form of the metal and typically falls under the same subheading, 7110.11, as it is a primary form of the metal post-refining.
Which countries are the top exporters of platinum powder (HS 711011)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 711011 (the code used for platinum powder) in UN Comtrade data were Hong Kong ($3.3B, 19% of world exports), the United Kingdom ($2.5B) and South Africa ($2.2B). World exports came to about $17.5B, 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 platinum powder (HS 711011)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 711011 (the code used for platinum powder) in UN Comtrade data were China ($3.3B, 16% of world imports), the United States ($3.2B) and Hong Kong ($3.1B). World imports came to about $21.1B, 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 Platinum powder the same in all countries?
The base HS code 711011 for Platinum powder 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 platinum powder in Brazil?
In Brazil, platinum powder (HS 711011) is classified under NCM 7110.11.00.