Product classification

HS code for Wrought chromium: 8112.29

Chromium and articles thereof, wrought other than waste and scrap.

Classification of wrought chromium under HS 8112.29

HS code 8112.29 is used for wrought chromium and articles thereof. This classification is applied when chromium has been processed into usable industrial forms such as plates, sheets, or rods. The Harmonized System distinguishes between "unwrought" metals, which are raw forms like ingots or powders, and "wrought" metals, which are mechanically worked forms. Chromium classified under 8112.29 has typically undergone rolling, drawing, or forging to achieve specific dimensions or properties. This code also encompasses finished articles made entirely or predominantly of chromium. Proper classification requires distinguishing these metallic forms from chromium oxides or other chemical compounds found in Chapter 28, as well as from ferro-chromium alloys found in Chapter 72. The wrought designation is critical because it indicates a product that is ready for use in manufacturing or as a finished component, rather than a raw material intended for melting or alloying. This subheading ensures that the trade of chromium in its metallic, worked state is accurately recorded separately from its raw or waste forms.

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  • Chromium bars and rods
  • Chromium plates, sheets, and strip
  • Chromium wire and profiles
  • Chromium tubes and pipes
  • Finished articles made of chromium for high-temperature use
  • Chromium cladding or structural shapes
Also under 8112.29
  • Plansee's chromium sputtering targets
  • Goodfellow's chromium foils
  • specialized manufacturers of chromium-based tools and components

Codes often confused with 8112.29

Common mistake. Chromium is frequently misclassified under HS code 8112.21, which is reserved for unwrought chromium and powders. If the chromium has been rolled or shaped, it must be moved to 8112.29. Another common error involves HS code 8112.22 for waste and scrap. Additionally, many importers confuse pure chromium articles with stainless steel articles (Chapter 73). While stainless steel contains chromium, it is an iron-based alloy; HS code 8112.29 only applies if chromium is the predominant element by weight.

8112.21Chromium and articles thereof; unwrought chromium, powders8112.22Chromium; waste and scrap

Top exporters and importers of HS 811229 (the code used for wrought chromium), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 811229 (the code used for wrought chromium) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 25% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 47% 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 811229, not only wrought chromium.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 China $17M
  2. 2 Taiwan* ~$12M
  3. 3 Germany $8.6M

World total: $70M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 United States $58M
  2. 2 Japan $9.5M
  3. 3 Germany $4.7M

World total: $124M 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. UN Comtrade records Taiwan as "Other Asia, not elsewhere specified". Saudi Arabia's exports under that code are left out: they are far too large to be trade with Taiwan, so mostly undisclosed partners. 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 wrought chromium

Brazil classifies wrought chromium under NCM 8112.29.00: HS 8112.29 with 00 added.

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.

Questions about wrought chromium

What is the HS code for Wrought chromium?

The HS code for Wrought chromium is 811229 (Chromium and articles thereof; wrought other than waste and scrap). The HS code for wrought chromium and articles of chromium is 8112.29.

How do I classify Wrought chromium for customs?

Wrought chromium is classified under HS code 811229 — Chromium and articles thereof; wrought other than waste and scrap. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

Does 8112.29 include chromium-plated steel?

No, chromium-plated steel is classified based on the base metal (usually steel in Chapter 73). HS code 8112.29 is for articles where the metal itself is primarily chromium.

Which countries are the top exporters of wrought chromium (HS 811229)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 811229 (the code used for wrought chromium) in UN Comtrade data were China ($17M, 25% of world exports), Taiwan (about $12M) and Germany ($8.6M). World exports came to about $70M, 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 wrought chromium (HS 811229)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 811229 (the code used for wrought chromium) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($58M, 47% of world imports), Japan ($9.5M) and Germany ($4.7M). World imports came to about $124M, 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 Wrought chromium the same in all countries?

The base HS code 811229 for Wrought chromium 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 wrought chromium in Brazil?

In Brazil, wrought chromium (HS 811229) is classified under NCM 8112.29.00.