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8112 — Beryllium, chromium, hafnium, rhenium, thallium, cadmium, germanium, vanadium, gallium, indium and niobium (columbium), articles of these metals, including waste and scrap

Chapter 81: Other base metals

Plain-language overview

Use HS-4 8112 when importing or exporting metals such as beryllium, chromium, and hafnium, along with their articles. For instance, if you're shipping unwrought beryllium powders for industrial use, this heading applies directly.

When deciding among HS-6 lines, consider that 811212 covers unwrought beryllium and its powders, while 811219 is for wrought beryllium articles. If your shipment includes beryllium scrap, you'll need 811213 instead.

For chromium, 811221 is for unwrought chromium and powders, whereas 811229 applies to wrought chromium articles. If your shipment consists of chromium scrap, select 811222 to ensure proper classification.

Hafnium is categorized under 811231 for unwrought and scrap forms, while 811239 is for wrought hafnium articles. Make sure to choose the correct subheading based on whether your product is in a raw or processed state.

Keywords & topics

Useful terms traders and brokers use for this HS-4 heading.

beryllium import · chromium export · hafnium articles · wrought metals · metal waste classification · unwrought metal codes · HS-4 8112 · HS-6 subheadings · metal scrap import · cadmium articles · rhenium powders · thallium waste

Examples

Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.

Unwrought beryllium and beryllium powders (HS-6 811212)
Beryllium waste and scrap (HS-6 811213)
Wrought beryllium articles (HS-6 811219)
Unwrought chromium and chromium powders (HS-6 811221)
Chromium waste and scrap (HS-6 811222)
Wrought chromium articles (HS-6 811229)
Hafnium powders and scrap (HS-6 811231)

Common questions

Frequent classification questions with short practical guidance.

What is HS-4 8112 used for?

Use this as a comparison hint, then confirm the final decision with legal notes and country-specific rules.

How to classify beryllium scrap?

Write down material, use, and product form first, then compare nearby lines before you lock the code.

What are the subheadings under HS-4 8112?

Use this as a comparison hint, then confirm the final decision with legal notes and country-specific rules.

Difference between unwrought and wrought chromium?

Use this as a comparison hint, then confirm the final decision with legal notes and country-specific rules.

How to import hafnium articles?

Use this as a comparison hint, then confirm the final decision with legal notes and country-specific rules.

What codes apply to cadmium waste?

Use this as a comparison hint, then confirm the final decision with legal notes and country-specific rules.

Related topics

Common real-world topics that come up during code comparison.

how to classify unwrought beryllium for import

Check the exact product specs and destination-country tariff notes before finalizing the code.

choosing the right HS-6 code for chromium

Use this topic to narrow your shortlist, then validate the final code against legal wording.

importing hafnium powders and waste

Check the exact product specs and destination-country tariff notes before finalizing the code.

beryllium articles classification under HS-4

Use this topic to narrow your shortlist, then validate the final code against legal wording.

understanding HS-4 8112 for metal imports

Check the exact product specs and destination-country tariff notes before finalizing the code.

wrought vs unwrought metals in HS-4

Compare adjacent HS lines and pick the one that matches material, function, and product form most closely.

import regulations for rhenium scrap

Check the exact product specs and destination-country tariff notes before finalizing the code.

what to include in HS-4 8112 documentation

Use this topic to narrow your shortlist, then validate the final code against legal wording.

Questions & answers

For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.

What types of beryllium products are covered under HS-4 8112?: HS-4 8112 includes unwrought beryllium, beryllium powders, and wrought beryllium articles, as well as waste and scrap.
How do I determine the correct subheading for chromium?: Choose **811221** for unwrought chromium and powders, **811229** for wrought chromium articles, or **811222** for chromium waste.
What is the difference between unwrought and wrought metals?: Unwrought metals are in their raw form, while wrought metals have been processed or shaped for specific uses.
Can I classify hafnium scrap under HS-4 8112?: Yes, hafnium scrap is classified under **811231** for unwrought and scrap forms, while wrought hafnium is under **811239**.
What should I do if my shipment includes both waste and unwrought metals?: You will need to classify each item separately according to its specific HS-6 subheading, such as **811213** for beryllium waste and **811212** for unwrought beryllium.

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Parent context

HS code directory Chapter 81

Nearby siblings

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