Product classification
HS code for Unwrought molybdenum: 8102.94
Molybdenum, unwrought, including bars and rods obtained simply by sintering.
Classification of unwrought molybdenum under HS 8102.94
HS code 8102.94 is designated for unwrought molybdenum, which includes bars and rods obtained simply by sintering. Molybdenum is classified under Chapter 81 as a base metal. The term unwrought signifies that the metal is in a primary form, such as ingots or blocks, or has undergone minimal processing like sintering without further mechanical working. Sintering is a metallurgical process where molybdenum powder is compacted and heated below its melting point to create a solid mass. This code is essential for distinguishing raw molybdenum from semi-finished products like rolled plates or drawn wire. The classification covers both pure molybdenum and molybdenum alloys, provided they are in these primary, unworked states. The inclusion of sintered bars and rods in this unwrought category is a specific provision of the HS nomenclature, as these items are often the starting point for further manufacturing processes like forging or drawing into wire.
- Covers
- Molybdenum ingots
- Sintered molybdenum bars
- Unwrought molybdenum blocks
- Molybdenum rods obtained simply by sintering
- Primary molybdenum billets
- Also under 8102.94
- Plansee sintered molybdenum rods
- H.C. Starck molybdenum ingots
- Global Tungsten & Powders molybdenum billets
- A.L.M.T. Corp. molybdenum bars
Codes often confused with 8102.94
Common mistake. Molybdenum is often misclassified under 8102.95, which covers molybdenum bars and rods other than those obtained simply by sintering (such as those that have been rolled or forged). Another common error is using 8102.10, which is reserved for molybdenum powders. If the molybdenum has been further worked into sheets, plates, or foil, it should be classified under 8102.99. Additionally, molybdenum waste and scrap are classified under 8102.97, not under the unwrought code.
Top exporters and importers of HS 810294 (the code used for unwrought molybdenum), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 810294 (the code used for unwrought molybdenum) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 58% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 17% 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 810294, not only unwrought molybdenum.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $110M 58% of world exports
- 2 Austria $21M 11% of world exports
- 3 Germany $13M 6.6% of world exports
World total: $192M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $32M 17% of world imports
- 2 United Kingdom $27M 15% of world imports
- 3 Japan $20M 11% of world imports
World total: $182M 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 unwrought molybdenum
Brazil classifies unwrought molybdenum under NCM 8102.94.00: HS 8102.94 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about unwrought molybdenum
What is the HS code for Unwrought molybdenum?
The HS code for Unwrought molybdenum is 810294 (Molybdenum; unwrought, including bars and rods obtained simply by sintering). The HS code for unwrought molybdenum, including bars and rods obtained simply by sintering, is 8102.94.
How do I classify Unwrought molybdenum for customs?
Unwrought molybdenum is classified under HS code 810294 — Molybdenum; unwrought, including bars and rods obtained simply by sintering. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are molybdenum powders included in 8102.94?
No, molybdenum powders are classified separately under HS code 8102.10.
Which countries are the top exporters of unwrought molybdenum (HS 810294)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 810294 (the code used for unwrought molybdenum) in UN Comtrade data were China ($110M, 58% of world exports), Austria ($21M) and Germany ($13M). World exports came to about $192M, 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 unwrought molybdenum (HS 810294)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 810294 (the code used for unwrought molybdenum) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($32M, 17% of world imports), the United Kingdom ($27M) and Japan ($20M). World imports came to about $182M, 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 molybdenum the same in all countries?
The base HS code 810294 for Unwrought molybdenum 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 molybdenum in Brazil?
In Brazil, unwrought molybdenum (HS 810294) is classified under NCM 8102.94.00.