About HS Code 850511
This category encompasses permanent magnets and articles intended to become permanent magnets after magnetization, specifically those made of metal. These magnets generate a persistent magnetic field without external power, making them indispensable components in a vast array of technologies, including electric motors, generators, sensors, hard drives, and medical devices. The international trade is dominated by materials like Neodymium (NdFeB), Samarium Cobalt (SmCo), and Alnico, valued for their high magnetic strength, temperature stability, and resistance to demagnetization. Key players in this trade include manufacturers of automotive components, consumer electronics, industrial machinery, and renewable energy systems, all seeking high-performance magnetic solutions.
Products Under This Code
Neodymium magnets, Samarium Cobalt magnets, Alnico magnets, Sintered ferrite magnets, magnetic assemblies for motors, magnetic sensors
Real World Examples
N52 Neodymium magnets, SmCo magnets for high-temp applications, Alnico magnets for guitar pickups, Magnequench NdFeB powders, Arnold Magnetic Technologies magnets
Common Misclassification
Can be confused with 850519 (non-metal permanent magnets, e.g., plastic-bonded ferrite) or 850590 (electromagnets or holding devices) if the magnetic property isn't clearly permanent and metallic. Careful material analysis is key.
Products Classified Under 8505.11
Industry
This code belongs to the Electronics & Electrical Equipment industry.
Trade Overview
China is the dominant exporter of these magnets, with the USA, Germany, and Japan being major importers for manufacturing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 850511?
HS code 850511 covers: Magnets; permanent magnets and articles intended to become permanent magnets after magnetisation, of metal. This category encompasses permanent magnets and articles intended to become permanent magnets after magnetization, specifically those made of metal. These magnets generate a persistent magnetic field without external power, making them indispensable components in a vast array of technologies, including electric motors, generators, sensors, hard drives, and medical devices. The international trade is dominated by materials like Neodymium (NdFeB), Samarium Cobalt (SmCo), and Alnico, valued for their high magnetic strength, temperature stability, and resistance to demagnetization. Key players in this trade include manufacturers of automotive components, consumer electronics, industrial machinery, and renewable energy systems, all seeking high-performance magnetic solutions.
What products fall under HS code 850511?
Neodymium magnets, Samarium Cobalt magnets, Alnico magnets, Sintered ferrite magnets, magnetic assemblies for motors, magnetic sensors
What are common misclassifications for HS code 850511?
Can be confused with 850519 (non-metal permanent magnets, e.g., plastic-bonded ferrite) or 850590 (electromagnets or holding devices) if the magnetic property isn't clearly permanent and metallic. Careful material analysis is key.
How is HS code 850511 structured?
HS code 850511 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (85) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (05) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (11) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.