HS Code for Scrap cadmium

Cadmium waste and scrap are classified under HS code 8112.61. This code is part of the broader heading 8112, which encompasses metals like beryllium, chromium, and vanadium. The classification is determined by the material's state as "waste and scrap," defined in the Harmonized System as products generally fit only for the recovery of metal or for use in the manufacture of chemicals. Cadmium is highly regulated due to its toxicity, and its classification under 8112.61 is essential for environmental and trade monitoring. The classification follows GRI 1 and 6, ensuring that the specific subheading for cadmium waste is utilized over more general categories. Section XV of the HS nomenclature provides the legal basis for this classification, noting that base metal alloys are classified according to the metal that predominates by weight. Therefore, for scrap to be classified here, cadmium must be the primary metallic component. This code is crucial for the circular economy, allowing for the legal and tracked movement of cadmium-containing industrial waste for metal reclamation. It also facilitates compliance with the Basel Convention regarding the transboundary movement of hazardous wastes, as cadmium scrap is often subject to stringent environmental controls.

Products Included

• Cadmium shavings and waste from the production of cadmium-plated articles
• Spent cadmium anodes used in electroplating processes
• Broken cadmium rods or wires that are no longer fit for industrial use
• Residues from the manufacture of cadmium-based pigments if metallic in nature
• Defective cadmium-containing alloys where cadmium is the predominant metal

Common Misclassification

The most common misclassification for cadmium scrap involves spent batteries. Nickel-cadmium (Ni-Cd) batteries that are exhausted or broken are classified under HS code 8548.10 (waste and scrap of primary cells and batteries) rather than 8112.61. Another error is using 8112.69, which is the "other" category for cadmium, including wrought articles. Additionally, cadmium ores are classified under 2617.90, and cadmium-coated steel scrap is typically classified as ferrous scrap under heading 7204.

FAQ

What is the HS code for scrap cadmium?

The HS code for scrap cadmium is 8112.61.

Can cadmium-coated steel scrap be classified here?

No, cadmium-coated steel is typically classified as ferrous scrap under heading 7204, as the steel base predominates by weight.