Product classification
HS code for Refined copper strip: 7409.11
Copper, strip, of a thickness exceeding 0.15mm, of refined copper, in coils.
Classification of refined copper strip under HS 7409.11
Refined copper strip is classified under HS code 7409.11 because it meets the specific criteria outlined in Chapter 74 of the Harmonized System, which covers copper and articles thereof. According to the Chapter Notes, heading 74.09 applies to plates, sheets, and strip of a thickness exceeding 0.15 mm. The classification into subheading 7409.11 is determined by three primary factors: the material composition, the physical dimensions, and the form of presentation. Firstly, the material must be 'refined copper,' which is defined in Note 1(a) to Chapter 74 as metal containing at least 99.85% by weight of copper, or metal containing at least 97.5% by weight of copper provided that no other single element exceeds the limits specified in the chapter's sub-heading note table. Secondly, the product must be a 'strip,' which refers to flat-rolled products with a thickness exceeding 0.15 mm. Finally, the 7409.11 code specifically designates these products when they are presented in coils. This classification follows General Interpretative Rule (GRI) 1, which dictates that classification is determined by the terms of the headings and any relative section or chapter notes. The thickness measurement is critical, as it distinguishes the product from copper foil, which is classified under a different heading entirely.
- Covers
- Refined copper strip in coils exceeding 0.15mm thickness
- Flat-rolled refined copper products in continuous lengths
- Coiled copper ribbons for electrical applications
- Industrial copper strip for heat exchangers
- Also under 7409.11
- Aurubis ETP Copper Strip
- Wieland KME Copper Strip
- Luvata OFC Copper Coil
- Mitsubishi Materials Copper Strip
Codes often confused with 7409.11
Common mistake. A frequent point of confusion occurs between HS code 7409.11 and HS code 7410.11. The primary difference lies in the thickness of the material. Heading 74.09 is reserved for copper plates, sheets, and strip with a thickness exceeding 0.15 mm. If the refined copper strip has a thickness of 0.15 mm or less, it must be classified under heading 74.10 as copper foil. Another common error involves confusing strip with bars or rods under heading 74.07. According to Chapter 74 Note 1(d), bars and rods are products which do not conform to the definition of plates, sheets, strip, or wire. Strip is flat-rolled, whereas bars and rods are typically extruded or forged and have a different cross-sectional profile. Additionally, if the strip is not in coils, it would be classified under 7409.19, which covers refined copper plates, sheets, and strip that are not coiled.
Top exporters and importers of HS 740911 (the code used for refined copper strip), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 740911 (the code used for refined copper strip) in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 25% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 12% 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 740911, not only refined copper strip.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $1.1B 25% of world exports
- 2 China $746M 17% of world exports
- 3 Japan $521M 12% of world exports
World total: $4.5B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Italy $490M 12% of world imports
- 2 France $353M 8.4% of world imports
- 3 China $340M 8.1% of world imports
World total: $4.2B 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 refined copper strip
Brazil classifies refined copper strip under NCM 7409.11.00: HS 7409.11 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about refined copper strip
What is the HS code for Refined copper strip?
The HS code for Refined copper strip is 740911 (Copper; strip, of a thickness exceeding 0.15mm, of refined copper, in coils). The HS code for refined copper strip with a thickness exceeding 0.15 mm, presented in coils, is 7409.11.
How do I classify Refined copper strip for customs?
Refined copper strip is classified under HS code 740911 — Copper; strip, of a thickness exceeding 0.15mm, of refined copper, in coils. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the difference between copper strip and copper foil?
The distinction is based on thickness; copper strip (7409) must be thicker than 0.15 mm, while copper foil (7410) is 0.15 mm or thinner.
Which countries are the top exporters of refined copper strip (HS 740911)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 740911 (the code used for refined copper strip) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($1.1B, 25% of world exports), China ($746M) and Japan ($521M). World exports came to about $4.5B, 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 refined copper strip (HS 740911)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 740911 (the code used for refined copper strip) in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($490M, 12% of world imports), France ($353M) and China ($340M). World imports came to about $4.2B, 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 Refined copper strip the same in all countries?
The base HS code 740911 for Refined copper strip 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 refined copper strip in Brazil?
In Brazil, refined copper strip (HS 740911) is classified under NCM 7409.11.00.