HS Code for Tungsten bars

Tungsten bars are classified under HS code 8101.94, located in Chapter 81, which covers other base metals, cermets, and articles thereof. Tungsten, also known as wolfram, is specifically addressed under heading 8101. The subheading 8101.94 is designated for unwrought tungsten, which includes bars and rods obtained simply by sintering. Sintering is a metallurgical process where powdered tungsten is compacted and heated below its melting point to create a solid mass. In the context of the Harmonized System, unwrought refers to metals in their primary forms, such as ingots, blocks, or bars, that have not been further worked beyond the initial sintering stage. If these bars were to undergo further processing such as rolling, drawing, or machining, they would likely be classified under 8101.99 as wrought articles. The classification is governed by the material purity and its state of manufacture. Under GRI 1, the specific mention of bars and rods obtained simply by sintering in the text of 8101.94 provides a clear path for classification. It is essential to distinguish these from tungsten waste and scrap or tungsten powders, which have their own specific subheadings within the same group.

Products Included

• Sintered tungsten bars
• Unwrought tungsten rods
• Raw tungsten blocks
• Sintered tungsten ingots
• Unworked tungsten cylinders

Common Misclassification

Tungsten bars are frequently misclassified under 8101.96, which is for tungsten wire, or 8101.99, which is for wrought tungsten bars that have been further processed. They may also be confused with 2849.90 if the user mistakes the metal for the chemical compound tungsten carbide.

FAQ

What is the HS code for tungsten bars?

The HS code for unwrought tungsten bars obtained by sintering is 8101.94.

What does unwrought mean in this context?

Unwrought refers to the metal in its primary, unworked state, specifically before it has been rolled, forged, or drawn into a finished shape.