Cobalt Mining Residue Scrap
Intermediate waste from copper-cobalt mining flotation, containing cobalt concentrates as scrap for further metallurgy. Classified under HTS 8105.30.00.00 as cobalt intermediate products waste.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If copper ore with cobalt byproduct
Cobalt ores specifically excluded; copper ores in Chapter 26.
If mineral earths mixture
Other mineral substances if not metallurgical scrap.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• 2605 copper ores note excludes if copper primary; prove cobalt focus
• DOD conflict minerals reporting for 3TG but cobalt voluntary
• Moisture content declaration prevents liquefaction in shipping
Related Products under HTS 8105.30.00.00
Cobalt Scrap from Battery Recycling
Waste and scrap consisting of cobalt recovered from spent lithium-ion batteries, typically in the form of shredded battery cells or black mass containing cobalt oxide. Classified under HTS 8105.30.00.00 as cobalt waste and scrap due to its origin as metallurgical residue unfit for direct use but suitable for recycling into new cobalt products.
Cobalt Tool Steel Scrap
Scrap from high-speed tool steel containing 5-12% cobalt, generated from worn cutting tools and dies. Falls under HTS 8105.30.00.00 as cobalt waste and scrap, as it is metallurgical residue primarily valued for cobalt recovery.
Cobalt Alloy Turbine Blade Scrap
Waste scrap from superalloy turbine blades containing cobalt, nickel, and chromium, sourced from aerospace engine overhauls. HTS 8105.30.00.00 applies as cobalt articles waste and scrap for recycling.
Cobalt Magnet Scrap
Scrap from Alnico permanent magnets containing cobalt, aluminum, nickel, rejected from manufacturing or end-of-life electronics. Classified as cobalt waste under HTS 8105.30.00.00 for metal recovery.
Cobalt Chemical Catalyst Scrap
Spent cobalt-based catalysts from petrochemical processes, in pelleted or powdered form, containing cobalt oxide on supports. HTS 8105.30.00.00 covers this as cobalt metallurgy waste and scrap.
Cobalt Wire Drawing Scrap
Fine swarf and turnings from cobalt wire production for medical implants and springs. As intermediate metallurgy waste, it falls under HTS 8105.30.00.00 for cobalt scrap.