Anhydrous Cobalt Acetate
Anhydrous cobalt acetate (Co(CH3COO)2) is the water-free form of cobalt(II) acetate, a saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid salt under HTS 2915.29.30.00. Used in polymerization catalysis and as a dye mordant. Meets Chapter 29 definition for acetic acid salts whether containing impurities or not.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If classified as other saturated acyclic carboxylate salt
Broader heading for other monocarboxylic acid salts; specific cobalt acetate subheading takes precedence per numerical order rule.
If for cobalt salts of inorganic acids
Salts of inorganic acids like cobalt sulfate classify in Chapter 28; organic acid salts stay in Chapter 29.
If put up specifically as synthetic organic coloring intermediate
If prepared exclusively for dye production with added identifiers, may shift to Chapter 32 coloring matter.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide assay report showing >95% cobalt acetate content to avoid mixture classification; label as UN3077 Environmentally Hazardous Substance
• Pitfall: anhydrous forms may face stricter stability testing for transport
Related Products under HTS 2915.29.30.00
Cobalt(II) Acetate Tetrahydrate
Cobalt(II) acetate tetrahydrate (Co(CH3COO)2·4H2O) is the hydrated salt of acetic acid with cobalt, classified under HTS 2915.29.30.00 as a cobalt acetate. It appears as red-pink crystals used in chemical synthesis and as a catalyst precursor. This falls within Chapter 29 for separate chemically defined organic compounds, specifically acetic acid salts.
Cobalt Acetate Solution 20% in Water
A 20% aqueous solution of cobalt acetate, where the cobalt acetate is dissolved in water as permitted by Chapter 29 note (d). Classified under HTS 2915.29.30.00 as cobalt acetates in solution for safety/transport. Used in textile dyeing and as a nutritional supplement precursor.
Cobalt Diacetate for Polyester Catalysis
High-purity cobalt diacetate specifically manufactured for use as catalyst in polyester fiber production, still classified as the pure compound under HTS 2915.29.30.00. The end-use doesn't change classification per Chapter 29 notes excluding specific use preparations.
Stabilized Cobalt Acetate with Anticaking Agent
Cobalt acetate with added anticaking stabilizer as allowed by Chapter 29 note (f) for preservation/transport, classified under HTS 2915.29.30.00. The stabilizer doesn't render it for specific use beyond general chemical applications like paints and coatings.
Cobalt Acetate Flake Form 99% Pure
99% pure cobalt acetate in flake physical form for easier handling in chemical manufacturing, classified under HTS 2915.29.30.00 as the chemical compound regardless of form. Used in production of thermoplastic resins and as drier in paints.
Technical Grade Cobalt Acetate for Dyes
Technical grade cobalt acetate containing minor impurities, still qualifying as chemically defined organic compound under Chapter 29 note (a), HTS 2915.29.30.00. Primarily used as mordant in textile dye fixation processes.