Product classification
HS code for Unwrought tantalum: 8103.20
Tantalum, unwrought, including bars and rods obtained simply by sintering, powders.
Classification of unwrought tantalum under HS 8103.20
Unwrought tantalum is classified under HS code 8103.20 because it represents the primary stage of the metal's production before it has been worked into specific shapes or finished products. According to the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) and the Explanatory Notes for Chapter 81, this heading covers tantalum in its raw forms, including powders and bars or rods obtained simply by the process of sintering. The classification is determined by the metallurgical state of the material; as long as the tantalum has not been rolled, forged, or drawn into specific profiles, it remains within the 'unwrought' category. This code is essential for manufacturers who import raw tantalum for further processing into capacitors, aerospace components, or chemical processing equipment, as it distinguishes the raw material from semi-finished or finished goods.
- Covers
- Tantalum powder of varying purity levels
- Unwrought tantalum ingots
- Tantalum bars and rods obtained solely by sintering
- Tantalum waste and scrap (when processed back to unwrought forms)
- Raw tantalum blocks or slabs
- Also under 8103.20
- Global Advanced Metals Tantalum Powder
- H.C. Starck Tantalum Ingots
- KEMET Tantalum Powder
- Ningxia Orient Tantalum Industry Tantalum Billets
Codes often confused with 8103.20
Common mistake. A frequent error occurs when importers confuse HS code 8103.20 with 8103.90. While 8103.20 is reserved for unwrought forms and powders, 8103.90 covers 'Other' tantalum articles, which includes wrought products like wire, sheets, and foil. If a rod has been drawn or rolled after sintering, it must be moved to 8103.90. Additionally, tantalum ores and concentrates are classified under 2615.90, which represents the mineral state before any metallurgical extraction has occurred.
Top exporters and importers of HS 810320 (the code used for unwrought tantalum), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 810320 (the code used for unwrought tantalum) in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 29% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 36% 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 810320, not only unwrought tantalum.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 United States $114M 29% of world exports
- 2 Japan $92M 23% of world exports
- 3 Thailand $69M 17% of world exports
World total: $398M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $147M 36% of world imports
- 2 Indonesia $62M 15% of world imports
- 3 Japan $47M 11% of world imports
World total: $408M 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 tantalum
Brazil classifies unwrought tantalum under NCM 8103.20.00: HS 8103.20 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about unwrought tantalum
What is the HS code for Unwrought tantalum?
The HS code for Unwrought tantalum is 810320 (Tantalum; unwrought, including bars and rods obtained simply by sintering, powders). The primary HS code for unwrought tantalum, including powders and sintered bars, is 8103.20.
How do I classify Unwrought tantalum for customs?
Unwrought tantalum is classified under HS code 810320 — Tantalum; unwrought, including bars and rods obtained simply by sintering, powders. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include tantalum scrap?
No, tantalum waste and scrap are specifically classified under HS code 8103.30, though they are often traded alongside unwrought materials.
Which countries are the top exporters of unwrought tantalum (HS 810320)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 810320 (the code used for unwrought tantalum) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($114M, 29% of world exports), Japan ($92M) and Thailand ($69M). World exports came to about $398M, 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 tantalum (HS 810320)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 810320 (the code used for unwrought tantalum) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($147M, 36% of world imports), Indonesia ($62M) and Japan ($47M). World imports came to about $408M, 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 tantalum the same in all countries?
The base HS code 810320 for Unwrought tantalum 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 tantalum in Brazil?
In Brazil, unwrought tantalum (HS 810320) is classified under NCM 8103.20.00.