HS Code for Cobalt metal

Cobalt metal in its primary, unwrought form is classified under HS code 8105.20. Chapter 81 covers "Other base metals; cermets; articles thereof," and heading 8105 is specifically for cobalt and articles of cobalt. Subheading 8105.20 includes cobalt mattes and other intermediate products of cobalt metallurgy, as well as unwrought cobalt and cobalt powders. Unwrought cobalt refers to the metal in forms such as ingots, blocks, or cathodes that have not been further worked beyond simple casting or sintering. Cobalt powders are also included here, provided they are not prepared as pigments. This classification is essential for tracking the trade of raw cobalt materials used in high-strength alloys and battery manufacturing.

Products Included

• Cobalt ingots and blocks
• Cobalt cathodes and electrolytic cobalt
• Cobalt briquettes
• Pure cobalt powder
• Cobalt mattes and speiss

Common Misclassification

Unwrought cobalt is often confused with 8105.90, which is the category for finished articles of cobalt or cobalt waste and scrap (8105.30). It may also be misclassified under 7202.99 if it is an alloy containing significant iron, which would classify it as a ferro-alloy.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Cobalt metal?

The HS code for unwrought cobalt metal, including powders and mattes, is 8105.20.

Does this code include cobalt scrap?

No, cobalt waste and scrap are classified under a separate subheading, 8105.30.