HTS US: 2805.XX.XXXX
Description
This heading covers a group of chemical elements classified under the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) which includes:
- Alkali metals: Highly reactive metals such as sodium and lithium.
- Alkaline-earth metals: Includes calcium, strontium, and barium, known for their reactivity and uses in various industries.
- Rare-earth metals along with scandium and yttrium: These metals are critical in high-technology applications and are often intermixed or interalloyed.
- Mercury: A unique liquid metal at room temperature with specialized applications.
The metals may be presented in pure form or in alloys/intermixed states.
Code Hierarchy
- Section IV: Chemicals and Allied Industries (Chapters 28-38)
- Chapter 28: Inorganic Chemicals; Organic or Inorganic Compounds of Precious Metals, of Rare-earth Metals, of Radioactive Elements or of Isotopes
- Heading 2805: Alkali or alkaline-earth metals; rare-earth metals, scandium and yttrium, whether or not intermixed or interalloyed; mercury.
- US HTS Code (10-digit):
2805.XX.XXXX– Specifies the exact metal or group of metals.
Detailed Breakdown of Subheadings
The 4-digit heading 2805 is divided into specific 6-digit and 10-digit subheadings that identify particular metals or groups of metals as follows:
| HS/HTS Code | Description | Examples & Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2805.11.00.00 | Sodium | Pure sodium metal, an alkali metal widely used in chemical synthesis and industry. |
| 2805.12.00.00 | Calcium | Pure calcium metal, an alkaline-earth metal used in metallurgy and chemical processes. |
| 2805.19 | Other alkali or alkaline-earth metals | Includes strontium, barium, lithium and other less common metals in this group. |
| 2805.19.10.00 | Strontium | Alkaline-earth metal used in fireworks and electronics. |
| 2805.19.20.00 | Barium | Used in medical imaging and industrial applications. |
| 2805.19.90 | Other | Miscellaneous alkali or alkaline-earth metals not separately specified. |
| 2805.19.90.10 | Lithium | Alkali metal important for batteries and pharmaceuticals. |
| 2805.19.90.90 | Other | Other unspecified metals in alkali or alkaline-earth groups. |
| 2805.30.00 | Rare-earth metals, scandium and yttrium, whether or not intermixed or interalloyed | Includes pure rare-earth metals used in advanced technologies. |
| 2805.30.00.05 | Lanthanum | Rare-earth metal with applications in optics and batteries. |
| 2805.30.00.10 | Cerium | Used in catalytic converters and glass polishing. |
| 2805.30.00.15 | Praseodymium | Metal used in magnets and alloys. |
| 2805.30.00.20 | Neodymium | Critical for powerful permanent magnets. |
| 2805.30.00.50 | Other | Other rare-earth metals not individually specified. |
| 2805.30.00.90 | Other | Additional unspecified rare-earth metals or alloys. |
| 2805.40.00.00 | Mercury | Elemental mercury, a liquid metal used in thermometers and industrial processes. |
What is NOT Classified Here?
To avoid misclassification, note the following exclusions:
- Compounds or mixtures of the metals: These are generally classified under other chemical headings in Chapter 28.
- Manufactured articles containing these metals: Such as batteries, magnets or alloys, which have specific HTS codes outside 2805.
- Metal ores or concentrates: These are classified under Chapter 26, not under 2805.
Notes
- Trade Regulations: Some of these metals, especially rare-earth elements and mercury, may be subject to export controls or environmental regulations due to their strategic importance or toxicity.
- Duty Rates: Duty rates vary depending on the specific 10-digit HTS subheading and country of origin. Check the latest USHTS for current rates.
- Environmental and Safety Considerations: Mercury imports and exports are regulated under international treaties such as the Minamata Convention due to its toxicity.
Declaration Example
Product: A shipment of pure sodium metal.US HTS Code:
2805.11.00.00(Sodium)Unit of Quantity: Kilogram (kg)
General Duty Rate: Check current USHTS (Varies by trade agreements and regulations)
Additional Requirements: Compliance with hazardous material transport regulations recommended.
Related HTS Codes
- HTS 2804: Hydrogen, rare gases and other nonmetals.
- HTS 2818: Aluminum and aluminum alloys.
- HTS 2825: Hydrides, nitrides, azides, silicides and borides of metals.
