Cobalt Hydroxide (Co(OH)2)

Cobalt hydroxide is an inorganic compound used in battery cathode production and as a pigment precursor. Classified under HTS 2822.00.00.90 as commercial cobalt hydroxides, it qualifies as chemically defined per Chapter 28.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China0.1%+25.0%25.1%
🇲🇽Mexico0.1%0.1%
🇨🇦Canada0.1%0.1%
🇩🇪Germany0.1%0.1%
🇯🇵Japan0.1%0.1%

Alternative Classifications

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

2822.00.00Same rate: 25.1%

If mixed with cobalt oxide as commercial form

Commercial mixtures of cobalt oxides/hydroxides may fall under the primary oxide subheading.

2833.29.30.00Higher: 40.5% vs 25.1%

If cobaltous sulfate instead of hydroxide

Different chemical form (sulfate salts) classified under cobalt salts in 2833.

2605.00.00.00Lower: 25% vs 25.1%

If cobalt ores or concentrates

Unrefined cobalt-bearing materials classified by metal content in Chapter 26.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Confirm batch purity >99% to stay in chemically defined category; test for impurities

Provide end-use declaration if for batteries to preempt REACH-like queries

Watch for moisture content affecting weight declaration; common error leads to duty disputes