Product classification
HS code for Unwrought nickel alloy: 7502.20
Nickel, unwrought, alloys.
Classification of unwrought nickel alloy under HS 7502.20
Unwrought nickel alloys are classified under HS code 7502.20. Chapter 75 of the Harmonized System covers nickel and articles thereof. To be classified as a nickel alloy, the material must meet the criteria set forth in Chapter 75, Note 1(b), which states that nickel alloys are metallic substances in which nickel predominates by weight over each of the other elements, provided that the total content by weight of such other elements exceeds 1% or the content of at least one other element is greater than the limits specified in the chapter notes. The term "unwrought" refers to primary forms such as ingots, pigs, or pellets that have not been further worked. This classification is essential for distinguishing between pure nickel (7502.10) and complex alloys like Monel, Inconel, or Hastelloy in their raw, cast forms. The classification follows GRI 1 and GRI 6, ensuring that the chemical composition is the primary determinant for the subheading level.
- Covers
- Nickel-copper alloy ingots (e.g., Monel)
- Nickel-chromium alloy blocks (e.g., Inconel)
- Nickel-iron alloy billets
- Nickel-molybdenum alloy pellets
- Unwrought nickel-based superalloys
- Nickel alloy pigs
- Also under 7502.20
- Inconel master alloy
- Hastelloy ingots
- Monel alloy billets
- Nimonic alloy ingots
Codes often confused with 7502.20
Common mistake. The most frequent misclassification occurs with HS code 7502.10, which is for unwrought nickel that is not alloyed (containing at least 99% nickel by weight). Importers often fail to verify the metallurgical assay, leading to incorrect declarations. Another common error is using HS code 7505.12, which covers nickel alloy bars and profiles. The distinction is that 7502.20 is for cast, unworked forms, while 7505 involves products that have been rolled, extruded, or forged. Furthermore, nickel waste and scrap should be classified under 7503.00, regardless of whether they are alloyed or pure.
Top exporters and importers of HS 750220 (the code used for unwrought nickel alloy), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 750220 (the code used for unwrought nickel alloy) in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 30% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Austria, with 16% 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 750220, not only unwrought nickel alloy.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 United States $351M 30% of world exports
- 2 United Kingdom $225M 19% of world exports
- 3 Germany $211M 18% of world exports
World total: $1.2B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Austria $199M 16% of world imports
- 2 France $158M 13% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $134M 11% 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 unwrought nickel alloy
Brazil classifies unwrought nickel alloy under NCM 7502.20.00: HS 7502.20 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about unwrought nickel alloy
What is the HS code for Unwrought nickel alloy?
The HS code for Unwrought nickel alloy is 750220 (Nickel; unwrought, alloys). The HS code for unwrought nickel alloys is 7502.20.
How do I classify Unwrought nickel alloy for customs?
Unwrought nickel alloy is classified under HS code 750220 — Nickel; unwrought, alloys. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
How is a nickel alloy defined for HS classification?
A nickel alloy is defined as a metal where nickel is the predominant element by weight, and the total of other elements exceeds 1% or exceeds specific elemental thresholds defined in Chapter 75 Note 1(b).
Which countries are the top exporters of unwrought nickel alloy (HS 750220)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 750220 (the code used for unwrought nickel alloy) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($351M, 30% of world exports), the United Kingdom ($225M) and Germany ($211M). World exports 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.
Which countries are the top importers of unwrought nickel alloy (HS 750220)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 750220 (the code used for unwrought nickel alloy) in UN Comtrade data were Austria ($199M, 16% of world imports), France ($158M) and the United Kingdom ($134M). 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 Unwrought nickel alloy the same in all countries?
The base HS code 750220 for Unwrought nickel alloy 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 nickel alloy in Brazil?
In Brazil, unwrought nickel alloy (HS 750220) is classified under NCM 7502.20.00.