HS Code 7409
Copper Plates, Sheets and Strip
HS code 7409 covers flat-rolled copper plates, sheets, and strips thicker than 0.15mm for use in construction, automotive, and industrial applications.
4-digit Section XVFCL
HS Code 7409 — Copper Plates, Sheets and Strip
This code applies to flat-rolled copper products thicker than 0.15mm. These items can be in coils or flat sheets and are used in roofing, heat exchangers, and electrical busbars.
What's included
- Refined copper sheets
- Brass strip in coils
- Copper-nickel plates
- Embossed copper sheets
What's excluded
- Copper foil → use
7410(Copper thinner than or equal to 0.15mm is classified as foil.) - Expanded metal of copper → use
7419(Once the sheet is perforated or expanded it may move to 'other articles'.)
Common examples
- Roofing copper sheet 0.6mm
- Cartridge brass strip for ammunition
- Cupro-nickel condenser plates
- Perforated copper sheets
Frequently asked questions
What is the thickness cutoff for this code?
Products must be strictly thicker than 0.15mm. Anything 0.15mm or thinner is classified as foil under 7410.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 5%
- Documentation: Standard commercial invoice with thickness measurement in mm is essential.
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: Germany, Japan, South Korea, China
- Top importers: United States, India, Thailand, Turkey
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Key takeaway
Covers flat-rolled copper products thicker than 0.15mm, including alloys like brass and bronze.
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