HS Code for Ammonium molybdate

Ammonium molybdate is an inorganic chemical compound classified under HS code 284170, which specifically covers "Salts; molybdates." Chapter 28 of the Harmonized System is dedicated to "Inorganic chemicals; organic or inorganic compounds of precious metals, of rare-earth metals, of radioactive elements or of isotopes." Within this chapter, heading 2841 covers "Salts of oxometallic or peroxometallic acids (other than silicates), n.e.c." Ammonium molybdate, being a salt of molybdic acid, fits precisely into this category. The subheading 284170 further specifies "Molybdates," ensuring accurate classification for this compound based on its chemical nature as an inorganic salt containing the molybdate anion. This classification provides a clear and consistent global trade identifier.

Products Included

• Ammonium dimolybdate
• Ammonium heptamolybdate (ammonium paramolybdate)
• Ammonium tetramolybdate
• Ammonium octamolybdate
• Purified ammonium molybdate
• Technical grade ammonium molybdate

Common Misclassification

Common misclassifications for ammonium molybdate often involve other inorganic compounds or products with similar applications. HS code 2825, covering "Hydrazines and hydroxylamines and their inorganic salts; other inorganic bases; other metal oxides, hydroxides and peroxides," is sometimes confused. However, 2825 is for different types of inorganic compounds and does not specifically cover molybdates, making 284170 the more precise classification. Another potential misclassification is with HS code 3105, which covers "Mineral or chemical fertilizers containing two or three of the fertilizing elements nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium; other fertilizers." While ammonium molybdate can be used as a micronutrient in fertilizers, its primary classification is as an inorganic chemical compound. If specifically prepared and marketed as a fertilizer, it might fall under Chapter 31, but its fundamental chemical identity places it in Chapter 28.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Ammonium molybdate?

The HS code for Ammonium molybdate is 284170, which specifically covers "Salts; molybdates."

Is ammonium molybdate considered a fertilizer?

Ammonium molybdate can function as a micronutrient in fertilizers due to its molybdenum content. However, its primary classification based on its chemical composition is under HS code 284170 as an inorganic chemical salt. If specifically formulated and presented as a fertilizer, it might be classified under Chapter 31, but its fundamental chemical identity remains in Chapter 28.