HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2822.00 – Cobalt oxides and hydroxides; commercial cobalt oxides
HS code 2822.00 is the 6-digit subheading for cobalt oxides and hydroxides, commercial cobalt oxides. It is used for cobalt(II) oxide, cobalt(II,III) oxide, cobalt(III) oxide, cobalt hydroxide and cobalt monoxide.
What HS 2822.00 covers
This category encompasses various cobalt oxides and hydroxides, including commercial cobalt oxides, which are critical inorganic compounds with high strategic importance in global trade. These materials are primarily traded for their use in battery manufacturing (especially for electric vehicles and portable electronics), catalysts, pigments for ceramics and glass, and as precursors for other cobalt chemicals. Major importers are countries with advanced manufacturing capabilities in electronics, automotive, and chemical industries, particularly those focused on renewable energy technologies. Exporters are typically nations with significant cobalt mining operations (e.g., Democratic Republic of Congo) or those with sophisticated refining and chemical processing facilities. Key aspects of trade include the specific oxidation state (e.g., CoO, Co3O4), purity levels, and particle morphology, which are crucial for their performance in high-tech applications. The volatile nature of cobalt prices and ethical sourcing concerns often influence trade dynamics. Global demand is heavily driven by the rapid expansion of the electric vehicle market and consumer electronics.
- Covers
- Cobalt(II) oxide
- Cobalt(II,III) oxide
- Cobalt(III) oxide
- Cobalt hydroxide
- Cobalt monoxide
- Tricobalt tetraoxide
- Examples
- Umicore cobalt oxides
- BASF cobalt catalysts
- Eramet cobalt compounds
Codes often confused with 2822.00
Common mistake. This code might be confused with other cobalt compounds under 2833 (Sulfates) or 2834 (Nitrites/Nitrates) if not clearly identified as an oxide or hydroxide. It's also distinct from cobalt ores (Chapter 26) which are unprocessed.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 282200, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 282200 in UN Comtrade data was Belgium, with 31% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Belgium, with 21% of world imports. The DR Congo did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 35% of its exports here ($79M, CEPII BACI), so it may rank higher. Zambia did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 100% of its imports here ($67M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Belgium $105M 31% of world exports
- 2 China $96M 28% of world exports
- 3 DR Congo* ~$52M 15% of world exports · partner records ↗
The DR Congo did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 35% of its exports here ($79M, CEPII BACI), so it may rank higher.
World total: $341M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Belgium $97M 21% of world imports
- 2 South Korea $58M 13% of world imports
- 3 Namibia $50M 11% of world imports
Zambia did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 100% of its imports here ($67M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.
World total: $466M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM codes for 2822.00 2
Brazil splits HS 2822.00 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 2822.00.10 Tricobalt tetraoxideTetraóxido de tricobalto (óxido salino de cobalto)
- 2822.00.90 Other cobalt oxides and hydroxidesOutros
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 28.22 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 2822.00
What is HS code 282200?
HS code 282200 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Cobalt oxides and hydroxides; commercial cobalt oxides. This category encompasses various cobalt oxides and hydroxides, including commercial cobalt oxides, which are critical inorganic compounds with high strategic importance in global trade. These materials are primarily traded for their use in battery manufacturing (especially for electric vehicles and portable electronics), catalysts, pigments for ceramics and glass, and as precursors for other cobalt chemicals. Major importers are countries with advanced manufacturing capabilities in electronics, automotive, and chemical industries, particularly those focused on renewable energy technologies. Exporters are typically nations with significant cobalt mining operations (e.g., Democratic Republic of Congo) or those with sophisticated refining and chemical processing facilities. Key aspects of trade include the specific oxidation state (e.g., CoO, Co3O4), purity levels, and particle morphology, which are crucial for their performance in high-tech applications. The volatile nature of cobalt prices and ethical sourcing concerns often influence trade dynamics. Global demand is heavily driven by the rapid expansion of the electric vehicle market and consumer electronics.
What products fall under HS code 282200?
Cobalt(II) oxide, Cobalt(II,III) oxide, Cobalt(III) oxide, Cobalt hydroxide, Cobalt monoxide, Tricobalt tetraoxide
What are common misclassifications for HS code 282200?
This code might be confused with other cobalt compounds under 2833 (Sulfates) or 2834 (Nitrites/Nitrates) if not clearly identified as an oxide or hydroxide. It's also distinct from cobalt ores (Chapter 26) which are unprocessed.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 282200?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 282200 in UN Comtrade data were Belgium ($105M, 31% of world exports), China ($96M) and the DR Congo (about $52M). World exports came to about $341M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). The DR Congo did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 35% of its exports here ($79M, CEPII BACI), so it may rank higher.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 282200?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 282200 in UN Comtrade data were Belgium ($97M, 21% of world imports), South Korea ($58M) and Namibia ($50M). World imports came to about $466M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Zambia did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 100% of its imports here ($67M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.
How is HS code 282200 structured?
HS code 282200 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (28) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (22) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (00) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 282200?
Brazil splits HS code 282200 into 2 NCM codes: 2822.00.10 (Tricobalt tetraoxide), 2822.00.90 (Other cobalt oxides and hydroxides). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.