Nickel Refinery Filter Cake

Precipitated filter cake from nickel electrolyte purification with >10% nickel content. Used in compound manufacture, under HTS 2620.99.30.00 per chapter note (a).

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2827.32.00Same rate: 35%

If calcined to nickel oxide

Heat-treated to oxide form becomes Chapter 28 metal oxide, not residue.

2615.90.30Lower: 25% vs 35%

If from precious metal refining

If co-produced with PGMs, classified as precious metal residues.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide refinery process flow proving filter cake residue status

Report weight % nickel accurately without deductions