Product classification
HS code for Unwrought palladium: 7110.21
Metals, palladium, unwrought or in powder form.
Classification of unwrought palladium under HS 7110.21
Unwrought palladium is classified under HS code 7110.21. Chapter 71 covers natural or cultured pearls, precious or semi-precious stones, and precious metals. Palladium is categorized as a platinum-group metal (PGM). According to Chapter 71, Note 5, any alloy containing 2% or more by weight of palladium is treated as palladium. The term "unwrought" in this context includes the metal in its primary forms, such as ingots, grains, or lumps, and specifically includes palladium in powder form. This is a unique feature of Chapter 71 where powders are often grouped with unwrought forms at the 6-digit level. The classification is driven by GRI 1 and the specific subheadings for platinum-group metals. Palladium is highly valued for its use in catalytic converters, electronics, and jewelry, but in its unwrought or powder form, it is treated as a raw industrial or investment commodity.
- Covers
- Palladium ingots
- Palladium powder
- Palladium sponge
- Palladium grains
- Palladium lumps
- Palladium cast bars
- Also under 7110.21
- Norilsk Nickel palladium ingots
- Johnson Matthey palladium powder
- Heraeus palladium bars
- BASF palladium sponge
Codes often confused with 7110.21
Common mistake. Palladium is often confused with other platinum-group metals. For instance, unwrought platinum is 7110.11 and unwrought rhodium is 7110.31. Misidentification of the specific PGM can lead to significant valuation errors. Another common misclassification is with HS code 7110.29, which covers palladium in semi-manufactured forms such as wire, sheets, or tubes. If the palladium has been rolled or drawn, it can no longer be classified as unwrought. Additionally, palladium jewelry is classified under 7113.19, and palladium waste or scrap falls under 7112.92.
Top exporters and importers of HS 711021 (the code used for unwrought palladium), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 711021 (the code used for unwrought palladium) in UN Comtrade data was Russia, with about 25% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, 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 711021, not only unwrought palladium.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Russia* ~$3.3B 25% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 2 South Africa $2.1B 15% of world exports
- 3 United States $2.1B 15% of world exports
World total: $13.5B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $2.4B 16% of world imports
- 2 Germany $2.3B 15% of world imports
- 3 Switzerland $2.1B 14% of world imports
World total: $15.2B 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 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 palladium
Brazil classifies unwrought palladium under NCM 7110.21.00: HS 7110.21 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about unwrought palladium
What is the HS code for Unwrought palladium?
The HS code for Unwrought palladium is 711021 (Metals; palladium, unwrought or in powder form). The HS code for unwrought palladium or palladium in powder form is 7110.21.
How do I classify Unwrought palladium for customs?
Unwrought palladium is classified under HS code 711021 — Metals; palladium, unwrought or in powder form. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does 7110.21 include palladium used in jewelry?
It includes the raw metal used to make jewelry, but finished jewelry pieces or semi-finished components like clasps are classified under heading 7113.
Which countries are the top exporters of unwrought palladium (HS 711021)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 711021 (the code used for unwrought palladium) in UN Comtrade data were Russia (about $3.3B, 25% of world exports), South Africa ($2.1B) and the United States ($2.1B). World exports came to about $13.5B, 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 palladium (HS 711021)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 711021 (the code used for unwrought palladium) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($2.4B, 16% of world imports), Germany ($2.3B) and Switzerland ($2.1B). World imports came to about $15.2B, 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 palladium the same in all countries?
The base HS code 711021 for Unwrought palladium 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 palladium in Brazil?
In Brazil, unwrought palladium (HS 711021) is classified under NCM 7110.21.00.