HS Code for Thallium metal

Thallium metal and articles thereof that have been further worked beyond the unwrought stage are classified under HS code 8112.59. This classification is part of Chapter 81, which covers other base metals and cermets. According to the General Rules for the Interpretation of the Harmonized System (GRI), specifically GRI 1 and 6, products are classified based on their material composition and degree of manufacture. Heading 8112 is reserved for metals like thallium, gallium, and hafnium. Subheading 8112.59 specifically captures thallium in forms such as rods, wires, plates, and sheets, as well as finished articles made of thallium. This code excludes unwrought thallium (raw ingots or blocks) and powders, which are classified elsewhere. The classification ensures that semi-finished and finished thallium products are distinguished from primary raw materials for trade and regulatory purposes, which is particularly important given thallium's high toxicity and specialized industrial applications in optics and electronics.

Products Included

• Thallium rods and bars
• Thallium wire
• Thallium plates, sheets, and strip
• Thallium foil
• Finished articles made of thallium for industrial use
• Thallium tubes and pipes

Common Misclassification

Thallium products are frequently misclassified under 8112.51, which is strictly for unwrought thallium and powders. Another common error is using 8112.52, which is reserved for waste and scrap. If the thallium is in the form of a chemical compound rather than a metal article, it should be classified in Chapter 28 (e.g., 2852 for thallium compounds).

FAQ

What is the HS code for Thallium metal?

The HS code for thallium metal in the form of articles, rods, or wires is 8112.59. Unwrought thallium is 8112.51.

Is thallium powder classified under this code?

No, thallium powder is classified under HS code 8112.51 along with other unwrought forms of the metal.