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SITCSection 6
U.S. imports of articles of copper, n.e.s. (SITC 69973) totaled $28.5M in April 2026, traded with 59 countries.
Importers of Articles of Copper, N.E.S. paid $13.5M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 51% on $26.4M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataFabricated copper articles not captured by more specific SITC headings — such as copper plumbing fittings, decorative castings, or industrial components — are grouped here, making this a widely used residual category for the copper trade. Copper's role as a critical industrial input means demand tracks closely with construction, electrical manufacturing, and HVAC sectors. Because copper content and alloy grade affect both classification and value, importers should document material specifications carefully to support both the tariff classification and any applicable valuation adjustments.
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Specific product forms — such as tube fittings, stranded wire, and foil — have dedicated SITC and HTS headings that take precedence. This residual heading applies only when no more specific provision covers the article's form and function. A binding ruling from CBP is the most reliable way to resolve ambiguous cases.
Yes. Trade nomenclature generally treats copper alloys (brass, bronze) as copper-based articles, but the specific alloy composition and the predominant metal by weight can shift classification. Importers should confirm alloy percentages with mill certificates and review them against the applicable HTS chapter notes.
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Monthly import values over time