Primary Nickel Cathodes Class 1
Class 1 primary nickel cathodes meeting LME Grade A specifications (99.80% min Ni). Produced via hydrometallurgical or pyrometallurgical processes from nickel sulfide ores. Standard unwrought nickel under HTS 7502.10.00.00.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If imported as nickel ore/concentrate
Nickel ores classified in Chapter 26 before smelting/refining.
If remelted into nickel alloy ingots
Alloyed ingots/billets move to nickel alloys heading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• LME-registered warrants facilitate financing; ensure cathode brand approval
• Full plate cathodes (1.2m x 0.6m) require specialized flat-rack containers
• Sample each lot for London Metal Exchange contract compliance testing
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