Product classification
HS code for Unwrought platinum: 7110.11
Metals, platinum, unwrought or in powder form.
Classification of unwrought platinum under HS 7110.11
Unwrought platinum is classified under HS code 7110.11. This classification is part of Chapter 71, which governs precious metals and their alloys. Platinum is the lead metal of the platinum-group metals (PGMs), which also includes palladium, rhodium, iridium, osmium, and ruthenium. Under Chapter 71, Note 4(b), the expression "platinum" means platinum, iridium, osmium, palladium, rhodium, and ruthenium; however, heading 7110 provides specific subheadings for each. HS code 7110.11 is reserved for platinum itself in its unwrought or powder form. "Unwrought" refers to the metal in its primary state after refining, typically cast into ingots or bars, or in the form of grains. The inclusion of powder in this subheading is a specific rule for precious metals, distinguishing it from base metals where powders are often classified separately. This classification is vital for the global trade of platinum used in industrial catalysts, laboratory equipment, and investment bullion.
- Covers
- Platinum ingots
- Platinum powder
- Platinum grains
- Platinum sponge
- Platinum cast bars
- Platinum lumps
- Also under 7110.11
- Anglo American Platinum ingots
- Sibanye-Stillwater platinum powder
- Johnson Matthey platinum sponge
- Heraeus platinum bars
Codes often confused with 7110.11
Common mistake. A frequent error is misclassifying platinum under 7110.19, which is for semi-manufactured platinum. Semi-manufactured forms include products that have been further processed into sheets, strips, wires, or tubes. Another common mistake is confusing platinum with other PGMs like palladium (7110.21) or rhodium (7110.31). Furthermore, platinum-clad base metals or silver are classified under 7111.00. Finally, waste and scrap of platinum are classified under 7112.91, which is distinct from the primary unwrought metal.
Top exporters and importers of HS 711011 (the code used for unwrought platinum), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 711011 (the code used for unwrought platinum) in UN Comtrade data was Hong Kong, with 19% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, 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 711011, not only unwrought platinum.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Hong Kong $3.3B 19% of world exports
- 2 United Kingdom $2.5B 14% of world exports
- 3 South Africa $2.2B 12% of world exports
World total: $17.5B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $3.3B 16% of world imports
- 2 United States $3.2B 15% of world imports
- 3 Hong Kong $3.1B 15% of world imports
World total: $21.1B 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 platinum
Brazil classifies unwrought platinum under NCM 7110.11.00: HS 7110.11 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about unwrought platinum
What is the HS code for Unwrought platinum?
The HS code for Unwrought platinum is 711011 (Metals; platinum, unwrought or in powder form). The HS code for unwrought platinum or platinum in powder form is 7110.11.
How do I classify Unwrought platinum for customs?
Unwrought platinum is classified under HS code 711011 — Metals; platinum, unwrought or in powder form. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is platinum bullion classified here?
Yes, platinum investment bullion in the form of cast ingots or bars is typically classified under 7110.11, provided it has not been worked beyond casting.
Which countries are the top exporters of unwrought platinum (HS 711011)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 711011 (the code used for unwrought platinum) in UN Comtrade data were Hong Kong ($3.3B, 19% of world exports), the United Kingdom ($2.5B) and South Africa ($2.2B). World exports came to about $17.5B, 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 platinum (HS 711011)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 711011 (the code used for unwrought platinum) in UN Comtrade data were China ($3.3B, 16% of world imports), the United States ($3.2B) and Hong Kong ($3.1B). World imports came to about $21.1B, 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 platinum the same in all countries?
The base HS code 711011 for Unwrought platinum 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 platinum in Brazil?
In Brazil, unwrought platinum (HS 711011) is classified under NCM 7110.11.00.