Harmonized System Codes • Schedule B • Harmonized Commodity Description

HS Code 81082000: Titanium, Unwrought; Titanium Powders

The HS Code 81082000 refers to titanium in its unwrought form and titanium powders. In this article, we will explore the product description, duty rates, quantity unit, special tariff preference programs, and importing/exporting US states related to this HS code.

Product Description

Titanium, in its unwrought form and as powders, is classified under HS Code 81082000. Unwrought titanium includes raw titanium materials that have not been processed or shaped into specific products. Titanium powders, on the other hand, are fine particles of titanium that can be used in various industries.

Bound / MFN Duty Rate

The bound or most-favored-nation (MFN) duty rate for HS Code 81082000 is 15%. This means that every time a country lowers a trade barrier or opens up a market, it must apply the same duty rate for the import of titanium and titanium powders from all its trading partners.

Quantity Unit

The quantity unit for HS Code 81082000 is kilograms (KG). This unit is used to measure the weight of imported or exported titanium and titanium powders.

Special Tariff Preference Programs

There are several special tariff preference programs related to HS Code 81082000. These programs offer reduced or duty-free treatment for imports of titanium and titanium powders from specific countries. The details of these programs are as follows:

• Free: Imports from least-developed beneficiary developing countries eligible for Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) under that subheading receive duty-free treatment.
• Australia Special Rate: Titanium imports from Australia are eligible for a special rate.
• Bahrain Special Rate: Titanium imports from Bahrain are eligible for a special rate.
• NAFTA for Canada: Titanium imports from Canada receive duty-free treatment under the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA).
• Africa Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA): Titanium imports from eligible African countries receive duty-free treatment under AGOA.
• Caribbean Basin Initiative (CBI): Titanium imports from eligible Caribbean countries receive duty-free treatment under CBI.
• Israel Special Rate: Titanium imports from Israel are eligible for a special rate.
• Andean Trade Preference Act (ATPA): Titanium imports from eligible Andean countries receive duty-free treatment under ATPA.
• Jordan Special Rate: Titanium imports from Jordan are eligible for a special rate.
• Morocco Special Rate: Titanium imports from Morocco are eligible for a special rate.
• NAFTA for Mexico: Titanium imports from Mexico receive duty-free treatment under NAFTA.
• Oman Special Rate: Titanium imports from Oman are eligible for a special rate.
• Dominican Republic-Central American Special Rate (DR-CAFTA): Titanium imports from eligible DR-CAFTA countries receive duty-free treatment.
• Peru Special Rate: Titanium imports from Peru are eligible for a special rate.
• 1.8%: Chile Special Rate: Titanium imports from Chile are eligible for a special rate of 1.8%.
• 1.8%: Singapore Special Rate: Titanium imports from Singapore are eligible for a special rate of 1.8%.

Importing US States

While the specific data for importing US states related to HS Code 81082000 is not provided, it is worth mentioning that Maryland has been listed multiple times in the data. This suggests that Maryland may have a significant import volume of titanium and titanium powders.

Exporting US States

Unfortunately, the data does not include information about the exporting US states for HS Code 81082000. However, it is important to note that the United States is a major exporter of titanium and related products. States like California, Florida, and Texas have a significant presence in the titanium industry and are likely to be major exporters of titanium and titanium powders.

HS Code 81082000 covers unwrought titanium and titanium powders. The duty rate for this HS code is 15%. The quantity unit is kilograms (KG). There are various special tariff preference programs that offer reduced or duty-free treatment for imports of titanium and titanium powders from specific countries. While Maryland is mentioned as an importing US state, the exporting US states are not specified in the data. Overall, titanium and titanium powders play a crucial role in various industries, and understanding the HS code and its related information is essential for international trade.