HTS US: 2823.00.00.00
Description
This heading covers titanium oxides, which are chemical compounds consisting of titanium and oxygen. Titanium oxides are widely used in industries due to their properties such as high refractive index, strong UV light absorption, and chemical stability. The primary forms classified under this code include pure titanium dioxide and other titanium oxide compounds in solid forms.
Titanium oxides are essential in manufacturing pigments (notably titanium dioxide pigment), catalysts, ceramics, and in the aerospace and electronics industries.
Code Hierarchy
- Section VI:
- Products of the Chemical or 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 2823: Titanium oxides
- US HTS Code (10-digit):
2823.00.00.00– Represents all titanium oxide forms covered under this heading.
Detailed Breakdown of Subheadings
The 4-digit HS heading 2823 is generally consolidated under one subheading for titanium oxides without further subdivision in the US HTS, represented by the 10-digit code below.
| HS/HTS Code | Description | Examples & Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2823.00 | Titanium oxides | Includes titanium dioxide (TiO2) and other titanium oxide compounds in solid form. |
2823.00.00.00 |
Titanium oxides | This code covers all forms of titanium oxide, whether pigment grade or industrial use. |
What is NOT Classified Here?
To avoid misclassification, note these exclusions:
- Titanium metal and alloys
- are classified under Heading 8108.
- Titanium dioxide pigments incorporated into paints or coatings are classified under Chapter 32 (Paints and varnishes).
- Other titanium compounds not oxides may fall under different subheadings depending on their chemical composition.
Notes
- Industrial Uses:
- Titanium dioxide is commonly used as a white pigment in paints, plastics, papers, inks, foods, medicines, and cosmetics.
- Import Regulations: Importers must ensure compliance with environmental and safety standards due to the chemical nature of titanium oxides.
- Duty Rates: The duty rate for titanium oxides under HTS 2823.00.00.00 varies depending on trade agreements and country of origin. Generally, it is subject to ad valorem duties.
Declaration Example
Product: Shipment of titanium dioxide powder for industrial pigment production.US HTS Code:
2823.00.00.00(Titanium oxides)Unit of Quantity: Kilogram (kg)
General Duty Rate: Check current USHTS (Typically ad valorem, subject to trade agreements)
Additional Requirements: Compliance with EPA and OSHA regulations for chemical imports.
Related HTS Codes
- HTS 2818:
- Inorganic acids and inorganic oxygen compounds of non-metals.
- HTS 2821: Other bases; oxides, hydroxides and peroxides of metals.
- HTS 8108: Titanium and articles thereof (metallic titanium).
- HTS 3206: Pigments and preparations based on titanium dioxide.
