HTS US: 2605.00.00.00
Description
This heading encompasses all forms of cobalt ores and concentrates, which are mineral products containing cobalt in varying amounts. These materials serve as the primary source of cobalt metal extraction and are essential in various industrial applications including battery manufacturing, superalloys, and catalysts.
The category includes raw mined ores as well as processed concentrates where cobalt content is enriched through beneficiation processes.
Code Hierarchy
- Section II: Vegetable Products (Chapters 06-14)
- Chapter 26: Ores, slag and ash
- Heading 2605: Cobalt ores and concentrates
- US HTS Code (10-digit):
2605.00.00.00– Specifies cobalt ores and concentrates in general without further subdivision.
Detailed Breakdown of Subheadings
The HTS system classifies cobalt ores and concentrates primarily under the 8-digit subheading 2605.00, which is further detailed in the 10-digit code 2605.00.00.00, covering all cobalt ores and concentrates regardless of their specific mineralogical form.
| HS/HTS Code | Description | Examples & Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2605.00 | Cobalt ores and concentrates | Includes all ores and concentrates containing cobalt, such as cobaltite, erythrite, skutterudite, and processed concentrates derived from these ores. |
2605.00.00.00 |
Cobalt ores and concentrates | Used for general classification of cobalt-bearing mineral products without further subdivision. |
What is NOT Classified Here?
To avoid misclassification, note these exclusions:
- Refined cobalt metal and articles of cobalt: Covered under Chapter 81, not under Chapter 26.
- Other metal ores and concentrates: Such as copper, nickel, or iron ores, classified under their respective headings (e.g., 2603 for copper ores).
- Waste and scrap of cobalt: Typically classified under heading 81.03 for waste and scrap metals.
Notes
- Trade Importance: Cobalt ores and concentrates are critical raw materials for the production of lithium-ion batteries and high-performance alloys, making their trade closely monitored.
- Duty Rates: Duty rates vary by country and trade agreements; many countries apply tariffs based on the cobalt content and origin of the ores.
- Environmental and Safety Regulations: Import and export of cobalt ores may be subject to environmental controls due to potential heavy metal contamination and associated risks.
Declaration Example
Product: A shipment of raw cobalt ore concentrate from the Democratic Republic of Congo.US HTS Code:
2605.00.00.00(Cobalt ores and concentrates)Unit of Quantity: Metric ton
General Duty Rate: Check current USHTS (Import duties depend on trade agreements and cobalt content)
Additional Requirements: Compliance with environmental and safety standards; import permits may be required depending on jurisdiction.
Related HTS Codes
- HTS 2603: Copper ores and concentrates.
- HTS 2604: Nickel ores and concentrates.
- HTS 8105: Cobalt and articles thereof (refined metal and alloys).
- HTS 2612: Titanium ores and concentrates.
