HTS US: 2950.XX.XXXX
Description
HTS code 2950 encompasses a range of organo-inorganic compounds as well as metal-containing compounds that do not fall under other specific headings. This category includes substances characterized by containing carbon atoms bonded to metals or inorganic elements, often forming complex chemical compounds used in industrial and chemical applications.
These compounds typically consist of organic ligands combined with metals or semi-metals, including but not limited to:
- Organometallic compounds: Chemical compounds containing at least one metal-to-carbon bond where the carbon is part of an organic group.
- Organo-inorganic compounds: Compounds bridging organic and inorganic chemistry, often including metal complexes.
- Metal-containing compounds: Compounds where metals are bonded to non-organic groups but are not classified as simple salts or oxides.
These substances are used in catalysis, material science, pharmaceuticals, and other specialized chemical industries.
Code Hierarchy
- Section VI: Products of the Chemical or Allied Industries (Chapters 28-38)
- Chapter 29: Organic Chemicals
- Heading 2950: Organo-inorganic compounds; metal-containing compounds not elsewhere specified or included.
- US HTS Code (10-digit):
2950.XX.XXXX– The last digits specify precise chemical compositions and forms.
Detailed Breakdown of Subheadings
The 4-digit HS heading 2950 is further subdivided into more specific 6-digit and 10-digit codes defining the exact type of organo-inorganic or metal-containing compound.
| HS/HTS Code | Description | Examples & Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2950.00 | Organo-inorganic compounds; metal-containing compounds not elsewhere specified or included | General heading for organo-inorganic and metal-containing compounds not classified under other specific headings. |
2950.00.0000 |
Specific organo-inorganic or metal-containing compounds | Used for tariff classification of diverse chemical substances in this category. |
What is NOT Classified Here?
To avoid misclassification, note these exclusions:
- Simple inorganic compounds such as oxides, sulfides, and salts of metals are classified in other headings within Chapter 28.
- Organometallic compounds that are well defined and included elsewhere, for example, those classified under HTS codes for pharmaceuticals or agricultural chemicals, are excluded.
- Metals and metal alloys themselves are not included in this heading; these fall under Chapter 72 or 81.
- Pure organic chemicals without metal content are classified in other headings within Chapter 29.
Notes
- Regulatory Considerations: Many compounds under this heading may be subject to chemical import regulations, including safety data sheet requirements and import licenses depending on the jurisdiction.
- Tariff Rates: Duty rates for HTS 2950 vary with the exact chemical composition and intended use; importers should consult the current USHTS schedule for precise rates.
- Classification Challenges: Due to the complex nature of these compounds, importers must provide detailed chemical descriptions and, when necessary, chemical analysis to customs authorities.
Declaration Example
Product: A shipment of organo-tin compounds used as stabilizers in plastics.US HTS Code:
2950.00.0000(Organo-inorganic compounds; metal-containing compounds not elsewhere specified or included)Unit of Quantity: Kilogram (kg)
General Duty Rate: Refer to current USHTS (may vary by compound and use)
Additional Requirements: Chemical composition declaration; compliance with chemical safety regulations.
Related HTS Codes
- HTS 2804: Hydrogen halides and other inorganic acids.
- HTS 2933: Heterocyclic compounds with nitrogen atoms.
- HTS 3204: Synthetic organic coloring matter (related organometallic compounds).
- HTS 8112: Rare-earth metals and scandium and yttrium, whether or not intermixed or interalloyed.
