Product classification
HS code for Unwrought beryllium: 8112.12
Beryllium and articles thereof, unwrought beryllium, powders.
Classification of unwrought beryllium under HS 8112.12
Beryllium is classified under HS code 8112.12 when it is presented in an unwrought state or as a powder. This metal is highly valued in aerospace, defense, and telecommunications for its unique physical properties, including high thermal stability and a high stiffness-to-weight ratio. The "unwrought" designation applies to primary metallurgical forms such as billets, ingots, or slabs that have been produced through the reduction of beryllium compounds but have not yet been subjected to rolling, drawing, or further fabrication. The inclusion of powders under this subheading is consistent with the treatment of several other rare base metals in Chapter 81. It is important to note that this code is reserved for beryllium in its relatively pure form or as part of an alloy where beryllium is the predominant element by weight among the base metals. The classification process requires a clear understanding of the manufacturing stage, as any further processing into bars, rods, or wires would move the product to subheading 8112.19. This code is essential for tracking the trade of high-performance materials used in sensitive technological applications.
- Covers
- Beryllium ingots
- Beryllium billets and slabs
- Beryllium powder
- High-purity beryllium flakes
- Unwrought beryllium alloys
- Also under 8112.12
- Materion Beryllium
- Ulba Metallurgical Plant beryllium
- Kazatomprom beryllium products
Codes often confused with 8112.12
Common mistake. Beryllium is sometimes misclassified as an ore under 2617.90, but that code is for the mineral concentrate. Another common error involves beryllium waste and scrap, which belongs under 8112.13. Additionally, copper-beryllium master alloys are often confused with this code but should be classified under 7405.00 if they are used as additives in copper metallurgy.
Top exporters and importers of HS 811212 (the code used for unwrought beryllium), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 811212 (the code used for unwrought beryllium) in UN Comtrade data was Kazakhstan, with 97% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 93% of world imports. Austria reports $415M of its chapter 81 exports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 811212, not only unwrought beryllium.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Kazakhstan $24M 97% of world exports
- 2 France $404K 1.6% of world exports
- 3 United States $316K 1.3% of world exports
Austria reports $415M of its chapter 81 exports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
World total: $25M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $23M 93% of world imports
- 2 Singapore $1.0M 4.1% of world imports
- 3 Russia* ~$239K 0.9% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $25M 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 unwrought beryllium
Brazil classifies unwrought beryllium under NCM 8112.12.00: HS 8112.12 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about unwrought beryllium
What is the HS code for Unwrought beryllium?
The HS code for Unwrought beryllium is 811212 (Beryllium and articles thereof; unwrought beryllium, powders). Unwrought beryllium and beryllium powders are classified under HS code 8112.12.
How do I classify Unwrought beryllium for customs?
Unwrought beryllium is classified under HS code 811212 — Beryllium and articles thereof; unwrought beryllium, powders. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are beryllium alloys included in this code?
Only if the alloy is a base metal alloy where beryllium predominates by weight. However, copper-beryllium master alloys are typically classified under 7405.00.
Which countries are the top exporters of unwrought beryllium (HS 811212)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 811212 (the code used for unwrought beryllium) in UN Comtrade data were Kazakhstan ($24M, 97% of world exports), France ($404K) and the United States ($316K). World exports came to about $25M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Austria reports $415M of its chapter 81 exports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Which countries are the top importers of unwrought beryllium (HS 811212)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 811212 (the code used for unwrought beryllium) in UN Comtrade data were China ($23M, 93% of world imports), Singapore ($1.0M) and Russia (about $239K). World imports came to about $25M, 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 Unwrought beryllium the same in all countries?
The base HS code 811212 for Unwrought beryllium 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 unwrought beryllium in Brazil?
In Brazil, unwrought beryllium (HS 811212) is classified under NCM 8112.12.00.