Product classification
HS code for Titanium metal: 8108.20
Titanium, unwrought, powders.
Classification of titanium metal under HS 8108.20
Titanium metal in its unwrought form, including powders, is classified under HS code 8108.20. Chapter 81 of the Harmonized System deals with "Other base metals; cermets; articles thereof." Heading 8108 is specifically assigned to titanium and articles made from it. The subheading 8108.20 covers titanium in its primary, unwrought state, such as ingots, blocks, or billets, as well as titanium in powder form. This classification is based on the metallurgical state of the metal. Unwrought metal refers to products obtained by casting or sintering that have not been further worked (like rolling, drawing, or forging). The inclusion of powders in this specific subheading is a result of the international agreement to group primary metal forms and their constituent powders together when they have not been shaped into semi-finished or finished goods. This code is essential for tracking the global trade of raw titanium before it is processed into aerospace components, medical implants, or industrial equipment.
- Covers
- Titanium ingots and billets
- Titanium sponge (primary form)
- Titanium blocks and slabs
- Titanium powders (spherical or irregular)
- Titanium pellets for melting
- Also under 8108.20
- Arcam EBM Ti6Al4V powder
- EOS Titanium Ti64 powder
- AP&C spherical titanium powder
- Carpenter Technology titanium powder
- VSMPO-AVISMA titanium powder
Codes often confused with 8108.20
Common mistake. Titanium metal is often misclassified under HS code 8108.90, which is the residual category for "other" titanium articles, including wrought products like bars, sheets, and wires. Importers must distinguish between unwrought forms (8108.20) and wrought forms (8108.90). Another error involves titanium scrap, which should be classified under 8108.30. Finally, titanium ores like ilmenite or rutile must be classified in Chapter 26 (specifically 2614.00) rather than as metal in Chapter 81.
Top exporters and importers of HS 810820 (the code used for titanium metal), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 810820 (the code used for titanium metal) in UN Comtrade data was Japan, with 30% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 43% 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 810820, not only titanium metal.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Japan $386M 30% of world exports
- 2 United States $305M 23% of world exports
- 3 Kazakhstan $172M 13% of world exports
World total: $1.3B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $542M 43% of world imports
- 2 France $170M 14% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $157M 13% of world imports
World total: $1.2B 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 titanium metal
Brazil classifies titanium metal under NCM 8108.20.00: HS 8108.20 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about titanium metal
What is the HS code for Titanium metal?
The HS code for Titanium metal is 810820 (Titanium; unwrought, powders). Unwrought titanium metal and titanium powders are classified under HS code 8108.20.
How do I classify Titanium metal for customs?
Titanium metal is classified under HS code 810820 — Titanium; unwrought, powders. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is titanium scrap included in this code?
No, titanium waste and scrap are classified under a separate subheading, HS code 8108.30.
Which countries are the top exporters of titanium metal (HS 810820)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 810820 (the code used for titanium metal) in UN Comtrade data were Japan ($386M, 30% of world exports), the United States ($305M) and Kazakhstan ($172M). World exports came to about $1.3B, 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 titanium metal (HS 810820)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 810820 (the code used for titanium metal) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($542M, 43% of world imports), France ($170M) and the United Kingdom ($157M). World imports came to about $1.2B, 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 Titanium metal the same in all countries?
The base HS code 810820 for Titanium metal 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 titanium metal in Brazil?
In Brazil, titanium metal (HS 810820) is classified under NCM 8108.20.00.