Product classification
HS code for Tin bars: 8003.00
Tin, bars, rods, profiles and wire.
Classification of tin bars under HS 8003.00
HS code 8003.00 covers tin bars, rods, profiles, and wire. These products represent the first stage of semi-manufacturing for tin and tin alloys. Unlike the unwrought forms found in heading 8001, products in 8003.00 have been mechanically worked through processes such as rolling, extrusion, or drawing. Bars and rods are defined as solid products with a uniform cross-section along their entire length, which can be circular, oval, rectangular, or polygonal. Profiles are shaped products that do not meet the strict definitions of bars, rods, or wire but are produced through similar mechanical processes. Wire is defined as a cold-drawn product, usually supplied in coils, with a uniform cross-section. These materials are essential for the electronics industry, where tin wire is a primary component for soldering. They are also used in the construction of specialized chemical processing equipment due to tin's excellent corrosion resistance. The classification 8003.00 is a comprehensive heading that covers both pure tin and tin alloys in these specific semi-finished shapes.
- Covers
- Solid tin bars and rods
- Hollow tin profiles for industrial use
- Tin wire in coils for soldering
- Extruded tin shapes for decorative trim
- Rolled tin rods for further drawing
- Also under 8003.00
- Kester solder wire
- Alpha Assembly Solutions solder bars
- Multicore solder
- Indium Corporation tin wire
- Stannol solder bars
Codes often confused with 8003.00
Common mistake. Tin bars are often confused with unwrought tin ingots classified under 8001.10 or 8001.20. The difference is the level of processing; 8001 is for cast shapes, while 8003 is for worked shapes. Another common misclassification involves tin wire coated with flux or prepared for use as soldering electrodes, which should be classified under 8311.30. If the bar is further worked into a specific identifiable part, it may move to 8007.00.
Top exporters and importers of HS 800300 (the code used for tin bars), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 800300 (the code used for tin bars) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 14% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 14% 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 800300, not only tin bars.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $76M 14% of world exports
- 2 United States $55M 10.0% of world exports
- 3 Malaysia $50M 9.1% of world exports
World total: $548M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $87M 14% of world imports
- 2 Vietnam* ~$55M 8.9% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Mexico $49M 8.0% of world imports
World total: $616M 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 tin bars
Brazil classifies tin bars under NCM 8003.00.00: HS 8003.00 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about tin bars
What is the HS code for Tin bars?
The HS code for Tin bars is 800300 (Tin; bars, rods, profiles and wire). The HS code for tin bars, rods, profiles, and wire is 8003.00.
How do I classify Tin bars for customs?
Tin bars is classified under HS code 800300 — Tin; bars, rods, profiles and wire. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is tin wire included in the same code as tin bars?
Yes, HS code 8003.00 specifically includes tin wire, provided it has a uniform cross-section and is not coated with flux or other materials.
Which countries are the top exporters of tin bars (HS 800300)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 800300 (the code used for tin bars) in UN Comtrade data were China ($76M, 14% of world exports), the United States ($55M) and Malaysia ($50M). World exports came to about $548M, 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 tin bars (HS 800300)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 800300 (the code used for tin bars) in UN Comtrade data were China ($87M, 14% of world imports), Vietnam (about $55M) and Mexico ($49M). World imports came to about $616M, 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 Tin bars the same in all countries?
The base HS code 800300 for Tin bars 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 tin bars in Brazil?
In Brazil, tin bars (HS 800300) is classified under NCM 8003.00.00.