HS Code for Wrought rhenium

Wrought rhenium and articles thereof are classified under HS code 8112.49. This classification is determined by the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI), specifically GRI 1 and GRI 6. Chapter 81 of the Harmonized System covers "Other base metals; cermets; articles thereof." Within this chapter, heading 8112 is reserved for a specific group of metals including beryllium, chromium, germanium, vanadium, gallium, hafnium, indium, niobium, rhenium, and thallium. The classification logic distinguishes between the physical states of the metal. Subheading 8112.41 is designated for unwrought rhenium, including powders and waste or scrap. In contrast, 8112.49 is the specific code for rhenium that has been "wrought." In metallurgical terms, wrought products are those that have been subjected to mechanical working such as rolling, drawing, extruding, or forging. This process alters the grain structure and physical properties of the metal, making it suitable for industrial applications. Therefore, any rhenium that has been shaped into semi-finished or finished forms like bars, rods, or sheets falls under this specific code.

Products Included

• Wrought rhenium bars and rods
• Rhenium profiles and wire
• Rhenium plates, sheets, and strip
• Rhenium foil
• Finished articles made entirely of rhenium

Common Misclassification

Wrought rhenium is frequently confused with unwrought rhenium classified under HS code 8112.41. The distinction lies in the level of processing; 8112.41 is for raw ingots or powders, while 8112.49 requires mechanical working. Additionally, rhenium ores and concentrates are classified under 2620.99, which covers other ores and concentrates not elsewhere specified. Importers must also distinguish rhenium from other refractory metals like molybdenum (Chapter 81) or tungsten (Chapter 81), which have their own specific headings.

FAQ

What is the HS code for wrought rhenium?

The HS code for wrought rhenium and articles thereof is 8112.49.

What is the difference between wrought and unwrought rhenium in the HS system?

Unwrought rhenium (8112.41) refers to the metal in its primary form, such as powders, ingots, or scrap. Wrought rhenium (8112.49) refers to metal that has been mechanically worked into shapes like rods, wires, or sheets.