Product classification
HS code for Semi-finished rhodium: 7110.39
Metals, rhodium, semi-manufactured.
Classification of semi-finished rhodium under HS 7110.39
Rhodium in semi-manufactured forms is classified under HS code 7110.39. Rhodium is a member of the platinum-group metals (PGM) and is highly valued for its corrosion resistance and reflective properties. The classification 7110.39 applies when rhodium has been processed into intermediate shapes such as wire, foil, or strip. Under the Harmonized System, the transition from unwrought (7110.31) to semi-manufactured (7110.39) occurs once the metal has been subjected to mechanical shaping processes that go beyond simple melting and casting. This code is vital for the trade of rhodium materials destined for use in high-temperature thermocouples, electrical contacts, or as a raw material for plating. The classification ensures that the specific industrial utility and the value added through manufacturing are correctly identified for customs valuation and regulatory compliance.
- Covers
- Rhodium wire for specialized electrical applications
- Rhodium foil and thin sheets
- Rhodium strip used in technical instruments
- Rhodium tubes and pipes
- Semi-finished rhodium alloys
- Rhodium rods and profiles
- Also under 7110.39
- Johnson Matthey rhodium wire
- Heraeus rhodium sheet
- Umicore rhodium tubing
- Tanaka Kikinzoku rhodium crucibles
Codes often confused with 7110.39
Common mistake. Rhodium is often misclassified under HS code 7110.31, which is reserved for unwrought rhodium or rhodium powders. Because rhodium is frequently used as a plating solution, it is sometimes incorrectly classified under 2843.90 (precious metal compounds) when it should be classified as the metal itself if in a solid semi-finished form. Additionally, finished articles containing rhodium are often confused with the semi-manufactured metal code 7110.39.
Top exporters and importers of HS 711039 (the code used for semi-finished rhodium), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 711039 (the code used for semi-finished rhodium) in UN Comtrade data was South Africa, with 95% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Canada, with 28% 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 711039, not only semi-finished rhodium.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 South Africa $810M 95% of world exports
- 2 United States $15M 1.8% of world exports
- 3 Poland $8.0M 0.9% of world exports
World total: $855M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Canada $12M 28% of world imports
- 2 South Africa $8.7M 20% of world imports
- 3 United States $7.1M 17% of world imports
World total: $43M 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 semi-finished rhodium
Brazil classifies semi-finished rhodium under NCM 7110.39.00: HS 7110.39 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about semi-finished rhodium
What is the HS code for Semi-finished rhodium?
The HS code for Semi-finished rhodium is 711039 (Metals; rhodium, semi-manufactured). The HS code for semi-manufactured rhodium is 7110.39.
How do I classify Semi-finished rhodium for customs?
Semi-finished rhodium is classified under HS code 711039 — Metals; rhodium, semi-manufactured. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is rhodium plating included in this HS code?
No, rhodium plating solutions are typically classified as chemical compounds under 2843, while items that are rhodium-plated are classified based on their base metal or as jewelry.
Which countries are the top exporters of semi-finished rhodium (HS 711039)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 711039 (the code used for semi-finished rhodium) in UN Comtrade data were South Africa ($810M, 95% of world exports), the United States ($15M) and Poland ($8.0M). World exports came to about $855M, 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 semi-finished rhodium (HS 711039)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 711039 (the code used for semi-finished rhodium) in UN Comtrade data were Canada ($12M, 28% of world imports), South Africa ($8.7M) and the United States ($7.1M). World imports came to about $43M, 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 Semi-finished rhodium the same in all countries?
The base HS code 711039 for Semi-finished rhodium 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 semi-finished rhodium in Brazil?
In Brazil, semi-finished rhodium (HS 711039) is classified under NCM 7110.39.00.