Copper powders and flakes
2 declarable lines
Heading 7406 covers copper powders and flakes. It is split by particle structure: non-lamellar powders in 7406.10.00.00 and lamellar powders or flakes in 7406.20.00.00. Both lines carry a general (MFN) rate of Free.
Products in this heading
- Atomized copper powder for powder metallurgy parts
- Electrolytic copper powder for conductive pastes
- Copper flake pigment for paints and inks
- Copper powder for brazing and soldering pastes
- Copper flake for conductive coatings
- Copper powder for friction linings and brake pads
- Copper powder for additive manufacturing feedstock
- Copper flake for specialty printing inks
How to choose the right subheading
- Decide whether the material is a powder or a flake, not a solid sheet, wire, rod or tube.
- Check particle structure: non-lamellar powders go to 7406.10.00.00; lamellar powders and flakes go to 7406.20.00.00.
- Confirm the goods are copper powders or flakes rather than articles made from copper.
- Use the declared particle form and end use support, such as powder metallurgy, pigment or brazing paste.
Often confused with
- Heading 7410Copper foil in rolls
Foil is a solid sheet with thickness not exceeding 0.15 mm, not a powder or flake.
- Heading 7409Copper plates and sheets
Solid flat-rolled copper over 0.15 mm thick belongs in 7409.
- Heading 7408Copper wire
Continuous wire is a wrought product, not powder or flake.
- Heading 7407Copper bars and rods
Solid long products are classified in 7407.
Frequently asked questions
What is the HTS code for copper powder?
Non-lamellar copper powders classify under 7406.10.00.00, with a general (MFN) rate of Free.
What is the duty on copper flakes?
Copper powders of lamellar structure and flakes classify under 7406.20.00.00, with a general (MFN) rate of Free.
How do I classify copper powder versus copper foil?
Copper powder or flake is classified in 7406.10.00.00 or 7406.20.00.00, both with a general (MFN) rate of Free, depending on particle structure; foil of heading 7410 is a solid sheet, not a powder.
Guide written from the official schedule text. Rates quoted are general (MFN) rates; check the line page for trade agreement rates and the classification of your exact product.