About HS Code 831190
This HS code serves as a residual category for various wires, rods, tubes, plates, and electrodes of base metal or metal carbides used for soldering, brazing, or welding, as well as wires and rods for metal spraying, not specifically covered by other subheadings within 8311. This 'basket' category captures specialized or less common forms of consumables essential for niche applications in manufacturing, repair, and surface engineering. Importers often include specialized welding and thermal spray service providers, aerospace manufacturers, and companies involved in advanced material processing. Exporters are typically manufacturers producing a wide range of welding and surfacing consumables, including those for plasma welding, TIG welding (specific types), and thermal spray processes. The trade in these goods is characterized by high-value, specialized products catering to specific industrial demands, often requiring precise material specifications and certifications for critical applications.
Products Under This Code
TIG welding rods (uncoated, specialized alloys), plasma welding electrodes, metal spraying wires (e.g., zinc, aluminum, nickel alloys), specialized brazing foils, welding tubes, metal carbide electrodes
Real World Examples
Praxair thermal spray wires, Oerlikon Metco spray wires, ESAB TIG rods (special alloys), Lincoln Electric specialized welding rods, Polymet Corporation wires
Common Misclassification
This code catches all other welding, brazing, soldering, and metal spraying consumables not specifically classified in 831110, 831120, or 831130, making it a 'catch-all' for specialized items.
Products Classified Under 8311.90
Industry
This code belongs to the Metals & Metal Products industry.
Trade Overview
Germany, the United States, China, Japan, and the United Kingdom are prominent in the trade of these specialized welding and surfacing materials.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 831190?
HS code 831190 covers: Wires, rods, tubes, plates, electrodes of base metal or metal carbides; of a kind used for soldering, brazing, welding; wires and rods for metal spraying; n.e.c. in item no. 8311. This HS code serves as a residual category for various wires, rods, tubes, plates, and electrodes of base metal or metal carbides used for soldering, brazing, or welding, as well as wires and rods for metal spraying, not specifically covered by other subheadings within 8311. This 'basket' category captures specialized or less common forms of consumables essential for niche applications in manufacturing, repair, and surface engineering. Importers often include specialized welding and thermal spray service providers, aerospace manufacturers, and companies involved in advanced material processing. Exporters are typically manufacturers producing a wide range of welding and surfacing consumables, including those for plasma welding, TIG welding (specific types), and thermal spray processes. The trade in these goods is characterized by high-value, specialized products catering to specific industrial demands, often requiring precise material specifications and certifications for critical applications.
What products fall under HS code 831190?
TIG welding rods (uncoated, specialized alloys), plasma welding electrodes, metal spraying wires (e.g., zinc, aluminum, nickel alloys), specialized brazing foils, welding tubes, metal carbide electrodes
What are common misclassifications for HS code 831190?
This code catches all other welding, brazing, soldering, and metal spraying consumables not specifically classified in 831110, 831120, or 831130, making it a 'catch-all' for specialized items.
How is HS code 831190 structured?
HS code 831190 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (83) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (11) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (90) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.