HS Code for Bismuth scrap

HS code 810690 is designated for bismuth in forms other than the high-purity metal specified in 810610. This subheading specifically includes waste and scrap of bismuth, as well as articles of bismuth not elsewhere specified in heading 8106, particularly those containing 99.99% or less of bismuth by weight. This classification acknowledges the economic importance of recycling and reprocessing bismuth materials. Chapter 81 covers other base metals and articles thereof, and this specific code ensures that bismuth materials that do not meet the stringent purity requirements for primary metal, or are in a secondary form, are appropriately categorized for customs and trade purposes.

Products Included

• Bismuth waste and residues
• Bismuth scrap from manufacturing processes
• Used bismuth articles for recycling
• Bismuth alloys with a bismuth content of 99.99% or less
• Bismuth in powder, granule, or other forms with a purity of 99.99% or less
• Articles of bismuth not specifically covered by 810610

Common Misclassification

The most common misclassification involves HS code 810610, which is reserved for bismuth metal containing more than 99.99% of bismuth by weight. The key differentiator is the purity threshold and the form of the material; 810690 explicitly covers waste, scrap, and lower-purity bismuth, while 810610 is for high-purity primary metal. Misclassification could also occur with general scrap metal codes (e.g., within Chapter 74 or 76 for other non-ferrous metals) if the specific heading for bismuth is not correctly identified, or with bismuth compounds (Chapter 28) if the material is not metallic bismuth.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Bismuth scrap?

The HS code for bismuth scrap, waste, and other bismuth articles containing 99.99% or less of bismuth by weight, is 810690.

What is the primary difference between HS 810610 and 810690?

The primary difference between HS 810610 and 810690 lies in the purity and form of the bismuth. HS 810610 is for high-purity primary bismuth metal, specifically containing more than 99.99% bismuth by weight. In contrast, HS 810690 covers bismuth with a purity of 99.99% or less, including waste, scrap, and other articles of bismuth not meeting the high-purity criteria for 810610. This distinction is crucial for accurate trade classification.