Cobalt Ammonium Sulfate

Double salt of cobalt and ammonium sulfate (CoSO4·(NH4)2SO4·6H2O) used in analytical labs and plating. Falls under HTS 2833.29.10.00 as a sulfate of cobalt, with complex salts directed by Chapter notes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China1.4%+25.0%26.4%
🇲🇽Mexico1.4%1.4%
🇨🇦Canada1.4%1.4%
🇩🇪Germany1.4%1.4%
🇯🇵Japan1.4%1.4%

Alternative Classifications

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

2842.90.90Higher: 38.3% vs 26.4%

If classified as complex salt per lab analysis

Chapter 28 note specifies double/complex salts go to 2842, potentially shifting from simple cobalt sulfate.

2833.24.00.00Higher: 28.2% vs 26.4%

If predominantly ammonium sulfate with cobalt

If ammonium content dominates, it may classify under nickel/ammonium sulfates subheading by analogy.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Confirm if simple mixture or true double salt via X-ray diffraction for accurate heading 2833 classification

Include molecular formula on commercial invoice to avoid disputes over complex salt status

Segregate from organic-stabilized versions that may fall under excluded preparations