Section XV · Base Metals · Chapter 74
Copper and articles thereof
About chapter 74
Chapter 74 covers copper and articles thereof: copper ore concentrate through refined copper, copper alloys, wire, tube and finished copper goods.
Classification tip: Copper scrap and waste is classified separately from refined copper and is subject to export restrictions in several producing countries aimed at keeping scrap for domestic smelting.
49 six-digit codes
Copper mattes; cement copper (precipitated copper)
1 code7401.00Copper mattes; cement copper (precipitated copper)
Copper; unrefined, copper anodes for electrolytic refining
1 code7402.00Copper; unrefined, copper anodes for electrolytic refining
Copper; refined and copper alloys, unwrought
7 codes7403.11Copper; refined, unwrought, cathodes and sections of cathodes7403.12Copper; refined, unwrought, wire-bars7403.13Copper; refined, unwrought, billets7403.19Copper; refined, unwrought, n.e.c. in item no. 7403.17403.21Copper; copper-zinc base alloys (brass) unwrought7403.22Copper; copper-tin base alloys (bronze) unwrought7403.29Copper; copper alloys n.e.c. in heading no. 7403 (other than master alloys of heading no. 7405)
Copper; waste and scrap
1 code7404.00Copper; waste and scrap
Copper; master alloys
1 code7405.00Copper; master alloys of copper
Copper; powders and flakes
2 codes7406.10Copper; powders of non-lamellar structure7406.20Copper; powders of lamellar structure, flakes
Copper; bars, rods and profiles
3 codes7407.10Copper; bars, rods and profiles, of refined copper7407.21Copper; bars, rods and profiles, of copper-zinc base alloys (brass)7407.29Copper; bars, rods and profiles, of copper alloys (other than copper-zinc base alloys)
Copper wire
5 codes7408.11Copper; wire, of refined copper, of which the maximum cross-sectional dimension exceeds 6mm7408.19Copper; wire, of refined copper, of which the maximum cross-sectional dimension is 6mm or less7408.21Copper; wire, of copper-zinc base alloys (brass)7408.22Copper; wire, of copper-nickel base alloys (cupro-nickel) or copper-nickel-zinc base alloys (nickel silver)7408.29Copper; wire, of copper alloys (other than copper-zinc base alloys, copper-nickel base alloys or copper-nickel-zinc base alloys)
Copper plates, sheets and strip; of a thickness exceeding 0.15mm
8 codes7409.11Copper; strip, of a thickness exceeding 0.15mm, of refined copper, in coils7409.19Copper; plates and sheets, of a thickness exceeding 0.15mm, of refined copper, not in coils7409.21Copper; strip, of a thickness exceeding 0.15mm, of copper-zinc base alloys (brass), in coils7409.29Copper; plates and sheets, of a thickness exceeding 0.15mm, of copper-zinc base alloys (brass), not in coils7409.31Copper; strip, of a thickness exceeding 0.15mm, of copper-tin base alloys (bronze), in coils7409.39Copper; plates and sheets, of a thickness exceeding 0.15mm, of copper-tin base alloys, not in coils7409.40Copper; plates, sheets and strip, of a thickness exceeding 0.15mm, of copper-nickel base alloys (cupro-nickel) or copper-nickel-zinc base alloys (nickel silver)7409.90Copper; plates, sheets and strip, of a thickness exceeding 0.15mm, of copper alloys (other than copper-zinc base alloys, copper-tin base alloys, copper-nickel base alloys or copper-nickel-zinc base alloys)
Copper foil (whether or not printed or backed with paper, paperboard, plastics or similar backing materials) of a thickness (excluding any backing) not exceeding 0.15mm
4 codes7410.11Copper; foil, not backed, of a thickness not exceeding 0.15mm, of refined copper7410.12Copper; foil, not backed, of a thickness not exceeding 0.15mm, of copper alloys7410.21Copper; foil, backed with paper, paperboard, plastics or similar backing material, of a thickness (excluding any backing) not exceeding 0.15mm, of refined copper7410.22Copper; foil, backed with paper, paperboard, plastics or similar backing material, of a thickness (excluding any backing) not exceeding 0.15mm, of copper alloys
Copper tubes and pipes
4 codes7411.10Copper; tubes and pipes, of refined copper7411.21Copper; tubes and pipes, of copper-zinc base alloys (brass)7411.22Copper; tubes and pipes, of copper-nickel base alloys (cupro-nickel) or copper-nickel-zinc base alloys (nickel silver)7411.29Copper; tubes and pipes, of copper alloys (other than copper-zinc, copper-nickel base alloys (cupro-nickel) or copper-nickel-zinc base alloys (nickel-silver))
Copper; tube or pipe fittings (e.g. couplings, elbows, sleeves)
2 codes7412.10Copper; tube or pipe fittings (e.g. couplings, elbows, sleeves) of refined copper7412.20Copper; tube or pipe fittings (e.g. couplings, elbows, sleeves) of copper alloys
Copper; stranded wire, cables, plaited bands and the like, not electrically insulated
1 code7413.00Copper; stranded wire, cables, plaited bands and the like, not electrically insulated
Copper, nails, tacks, drawing pins, staples (not those of heading no. 8305) and the like, of copper or iron or steel with heads of copper; screws bolts, nuts, screws hooks, rivets, cotters, washers
5 codes7415.10Copper; nails and tacks, drawing pins, staples and similar articles of copper, or of iron or steel with copper heads7415.21Copper; washers, (including spring washers), not threaded7415.29Copper; rivets, cotters, cotter-pins and similar articles, not threaded7415.33Copper; screws, bolts and nuts, threaded7415.39Copper; articles n.e.c. in heading no. 7415
Copper; table, kitchen or other household articles and parts thereof; pot scourers, scouring, polishing pads, gloves and the like; sanitary ware and parts thereof
2 codes7418.10Copper; table, kitchen or other household articles and parts thereof; pot scourers and scouring or polishing pads, gloves and the like7418.20Copper; sanitary ware and parts thereof
Copper; articles thereof n.e.c. in chapter 74
2 codes7419.20Copper; cast, moulded, stamped or forged, but not further worked7419.80Copper; articles thereof n.e.c. in chapter 74
More chapters in section XV: Base Metals
Codes and descriptions follow the WCO six-digit Harmonized System nomenclature. National tariff schedules extend these to 8–13 digits and set the actual duty rate, so confirm the full code for your destination country with your customs broker before filing. To copy a code, hover a row and use the copy button; every code has 7401-style dot notation ready for your commercial invoice.
Chapter 74 FAQ
What does HS code chapter 74 cover?
Chapter 74 of the Harmonized System covers: copper and articles thereof. It belongs to section XV (Base Metals) and contains 16 four-digit headings, 7401–7419.
How many HS codes are in chapter 74?
Chapter 74 contains 16 four-digit headings and 49 six-digit subheadings. Countries subdivide these further (8–13 digits) in their national tariff schedules, so the full national count is larger.
Is HS code 7401 the same in every country?
Yes. The six-digit level of every code in this chapter is harmonised by the World Customs Organization and identical in all member countries. Digits beyond the sixth (for example the US 10-digit HTS or the EU 8-digit CN) are national and set the actual duty rate.
How do I choose the right code within chapter 74?
Work from the four-digit heading down: pick the heading that best matches your product, then the six-digit subheading that matches its material, form or processing. If two codes seem to fit, customs rules (the General Rules of Interpretation) decide, and when in doubt, confirm with your customs broker before filing.