Cobalt Wire from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
3.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify cobalt purity exceeds 99% by weight per Chapter 81 notes to avoid reclassification as alloys
• Provide mill test certificates documenting chemical composition to Customs for smooth clearance
• Beware of scrap mislabeling; pure wire cannot include waste under this code