Cobalt Foil
Thin cobalt foil for evaporation targets in thin-film deposition and shielding. As a fabricated article of cobalt, it fits HTS 8105.90.00.00 'other,' with cobalt >99% weight per notes. Used in semiconductor manufacturing.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If clad with copper
Clad or composite cobalt-copper sheets classify under Chapter 74 copper articles.
If part of lithium-ion battery
Battery components with cobalt shift to Chapter 85 electric storage apparatus.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Supply surface finish specs to differentiate from sheet/plate under same heading
• Declare thickness accurately; ultra-thin may trigger Chapter 85 review
• Ensure no plating; coated foil reclassifies as composite materials
Related Products under HTS 8105.90.00.00
Cobalt Wire
High-purity cobalt wire used in electronics and medical applications, such as thermocouples and implants. Classified under HTS 8105.90.00.00 as an article of cobalt, not a matte or intermediate product. Meets the chapter definition for cobalt content exceeding other metals.
Cobalt Rods
Solid cobalt rods employed in aerospace alloys and cutting tools due to high strength. Falls under HTS 8105.90.00.00 as 'other articles thereof,' excluding waste/scrap or intermediates. Primary cobalt content defines classification per US notes.
Cobalt Powder
Fine cobalt powder for powder metallurgy in battery cathodes and hardfacing. HTS 8105.90.00.00 covers unwrought forms like powder as cobalt articles, distinct from mattes. Excludes alloys per chapter alloy definition.
Cobalt Targets
Sputtering targets made of pure cobalt for PVD coating in microelectronics. HTS 8105.90.00.00 includes shaped articles like targets as 'other' cobalt products. High purity essential for vacuum deposition.
Cobalt Sheets
Rolled cobalt sheets for chemical processing equipment due to corrosion resistance. Under HTS 8105.90.00.00 as other articles, with cobalt as base metal >99%. Used in valve and pump fabrication.
Cobalt Strips
Narrow cobalt strips for spring contacts in electronics and medical devices. Fits HTS 8105.90.00.00 'other articles' with high cobalt purity. Precision slit for strip form.