HS Code for Nickel rod

Nickel rods and bars of unalloyed nickel are classified under HS code 7505.11. This classification applies to solid products that have a uniform cross-section along their entire length, such as circles, ovals, rectangles, or regular polygons. To be classified here, the product must be in straight lengths and not in coils (which would typically classify it as wire). The material must be unalloyed nickel, meaning it contains at least 99% nickel plus cobalt by weight. These rods are often used as raw material for machining components or as electrodes in plating processes. The classification is strictly based on the geometric shape and the purity of the metal, following the General Rules for the Interpretation of the Harmonized System.

Products Included

• Unalloyed nickel round bars
• Square or rectangular nickel rods
• Hexagonal nickel bars
• Unalloyed nickel profiles and shapes

Common Misclassification

Nickel rods are often confused with nickel wire, which is classified under 7505.21. The primary difference is the packaging: wire is imported in coils, whereas rods are in straight lengths. Another common error is using 7505.11 for alloyed rods (like Inconel bars), which should actually be classified under 7505.12. Furthermore, if the rod has been further processed into a specific tool or part, it may be classified in Chapters 82, 84, or 85 depending on its function.

FAQ

What is the HS code for unalloyed nickel rod?

The HS code for unalloyed nickel bars, rods, and profiles is 7505.11.

What is the difference between a nickel rod and a nickel profile?

A rod has a standard geometric cross-section (like a circle), while a profile has a more complex or irregular cross-section, but both are classified under 7505.11 if unalloyed.