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Cobalt Hydroxide (Co(OH)2) from Japan

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.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

0.1%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))

Import Tips

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