Cobalt Ingots
Cast cobalt ingots for remelting in alloy production, considered articles under HTS 8105.90.00.00. Vacuum induction melted for purity. Not mattes per metallurgy process.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If ferro-cobalt
Ferro-cobalt ingots classify under Chapter 72 as ferrosilicon-like alloys.
If slag/ash containing cobalt
Recovery slag with cobalt values goes to Chapter 26 mineral wastes.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Casting records differentiate ingots from mattes/intermediates
• Weight limits per piece prevent scrap classification
• Melting analysis confirms >99% cobalt avoiding alloy headings
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 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.
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.