Anhydrous Cobalt Sulfate
Anhydrous cobalt(II) sulfate (CoSO4) is a white crystalline powder used in catalyst production and analytical chemistry. As a separate chemically defined compound of cobalt, it is classifiable under this tariff item for other sulphates.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the cobalt sulfate is presented as a double salt with another metal sulfate
Double or complex salts of metals are classified in heading 28.42, but simple cobalt sulfates remain here.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product is a separate chemically defined compound with no added organic substances
• Have a Certificate of Analysis ready to confirm purity
• Verify if the product requires a permit under the Export and Import Permits Act
Related Products under Tariff item 2833.29.00
Cobalt Ammonium Sulfate
Cobalt ammonium sulfate is a double salt of cobalt and ammonium sulfate (CoSO4·(NH4)2SO4·6H2O) used in analytical labs and plating. Although it is a complex salt, Chapter Note 5 directs double salts to heading 28.42, so it does not belong under this item.
Cobalt(II) Sulfate Heptahydrate
Cobalt(II) sulfate heptahydrate (CoSO4·7H2O) is a pink crystalline salt used in electroplating baths and as a cobalt source in fertilizers. As a separate chemically defined cobalt sulphate, it is classifiable under this tariff item.
Cobalt Sulfate for Electroplating
High-purity cobalt sulfate crystals for decorative and engineering electroplating baths. As a separate chemically defined cobalt sulphate, it falls under this tariff item for other sulphates.
Cobalt Sulfate Monohydrate
Cobalt sulfate monohydrate (CoSO4·H2O) is a red powder applied in animal feed supplements and ceramic pigments. As a separate chemically defined cobalt sulphate, it falls under this tariff item.
Copperas Crystals (Ferrous Sulfate)
Copperas crystals, or green vitriol, are large crystals of ferrous sulfate heptahydrate used in gardening and pigment production. As a separate chemically defined iron sulphate, it falls under this tariff item for other sulphates.
Feed Grade Cobalt Sulfate
Cobalt sulfate granular form (24% Co minimum) for trace mineral supplementation in livestock feed. As a separate chemically defined cobalt sulphate, it is classifiable under this tariff item.