HS Code for Cadmium residues
Cadmium residues are classified under HS code 2620.91. This classification falls within Chapter 26, which covers ores, slag, and ash. Heading 2620 is specifically for slag, ash, and residues (other than those from the manufacture of iron or steel) that contain metals, arsenic, or their compounds. Subheading 2620.91 is a specific category for residues containing antimony, beryllium, cadmium, chromium, or their mixtures. These residues are typically the by-products of industrial processes, such as the smelting and refining of non-ferrous metals or the treatment of metallic waste. To be classified here, the material must be of a type used in industry either for the extraction of metals or as a basis for the manufacture of chemical compounds of metals. It is distinct from finished metal or scrap metal because it is a residual byproduct of a process rather than a discarded end-product.
Products Included
- Cadmium-bearing slag
- Ash containing cadmium compounds
- Galvanic sludge containing cadmium
- Residues from cadmium refining
- Flue dust containing cadmium and antimony
Common Misclassification
Cadmium residues are frequently misclassified under HS code 8107.30, which covers cadmium waste and scrap. The distinction is that 8107.30 is for metallic waste (like old battery plates or discarded cadmium metal), whereas 2620.91 is for industrial residues like ash and slag. Another common error is using 2620.11 or 2620.19, which are for zinc-containing residues. Since cadmium is often found in association with zinc, the predominant metal or the specific mention of cadmium in 2620.91 dictates the classification. If the residue is from the iron and steel industry, it would fall under 2618 or 2619 instead.
FAQ
What is the HS code for cadmium residues?
The HS code for industrial slag, ash, and residues containing cadmium is 2620.91.
How do residues differ from scrap metal in the HS system?
Residues (2620) are by-products like ash or sludge from industrial processing, while scrap (8107) consists of discarded metallic products or manufacturing waste in metallic form.
Industry
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HS code for Cadmium residues?
The HS code for Cadmium residues is 262091 (Slag, ash and residues; (not from the manufacture of iron or steel), containing antimony, beryllium, cadmium, chromium or their mixtures).
How do I classify Cadmium residues for customs?
Cadmium residues is classified under HS code 262091 — Slag, ash and residues; (not from the manufacture of iron or steel), containing antimony, beryllium, cadmium, chromium or their mixtures. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is the HS code for Cadmium residues the same in all countries?
The base HS code 262091 for Cadmium residues is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.