Cobalt Chloride Hexahydrate

Cobalt chloride hexahydrate is employed in hygrometers and as a paint drier. It qualifies under HTS 2827.39.90.50 as a metal chloride oxide/hydroxide not otherwise specified.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.7%+25.0%28.7%
🇲🇽Mexico3.7%3.7%
🇨🇦Canada3.7%3.7%
🇩🇪Germany3.7%3.7%
🇯🇵Japan3.7%3.7%

Alternative Classifications

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

2827.32.00.00Higher: 35% vs 28.7%

If it's chromium chloride

Chlorides of specific transition metals like chromium have enumerated subheadings.

3206.50.00.00Higher: 41.5% vs 28.7%

If used as inorganic pigment

Chapter exclusion sends luminophores and pigments to Chapter 32.

2836Lower: 13.7% vs 28.7%

If carbonate form

Carbonates of inorganic bases are specifically in heading 2836 per chapter note.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Cobalt compounds may trigger Section 232 tariffs; check current presidential proclamations

Pink hexahydrate form indicates proper hydration; verify with spectroscopy

Comply with RoHS directives if destined for electronics manufacturing