HS Code 7401
Copper Mattes and Cement Copper
HS code 7401 covers primary intermediate products of copper smelting, specifically copper mattes and precipitated (cement) copper used in refining.
HS Code 7401 — Copper Mattes and Cement Copper
This code covers intermediate products of copper metallurgy. Copper mattes are obtained by melting roasted sulphide ores to separate copper from impurities, while cement copper is a fine powder obtained by precipitating copper from solutions.
What's included
- Copper mattes
- Cement copper
- Precipitated copper
What's excluded
- Copper ore → use
2603(Unextracted minerals are classified as ores in Chapter 26.)
Common examples
- Copper matte in bulk
- Precipitated copper powder
- Copper concentrate products
Frequently asked questions
Is this the same as copper ore?
No, these are products that have undergone initial smelting or chemical precipitation, making them more concentrated than ore.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0%
- Documentation: Certificates of assay are required to specify copper content for valuation.
- Typical shipping mode: Bulk
- Top exporters: Chile, Zambia, Bulgaria
- Top importers: China, Japan, South Korea
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Key takeaway
Focuses on the output of the first stage of copper production; not for ores or refined metal.
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