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HS Heading 2805 : Alkali or alkaline-earth metals; rare-earth metals, scandium and yttrium, whether or not intermixed or interalloyed; mercury

HEADING DEFINITION & DISAMBIGUATION

HS Heading 2805 encompasses alkali or alkaline-earth metals; rare-earth metals, scandium and yttrium, whether or not intermixed or interalloyed; mercury. It classifies 5 6-digit WCO subheadings within Chapter 28 under the Harmonized System [USITC HTS 2026].

Chapter

Ch 28

Heading

2805

Subheadings

5 HS6

Status

Verified 2026

Subheadings Under Heading 2805

HS Code	WCO 6-Digit Subheading Description	Chapter	Operational Package
2805.11	Alkali or alkaline-earth metals, Sodium	28	View 2805.11 Package →
2805.12	Alkali or alkaline-earth metals, Calcium	28	View 2805.12 Package →
2805.19	Alkali or alkaline-earth metals, Other	28	View 2805.19 Package →
2805.30	Rare-earth metals, scandium and yttrium, whether or not intermixed or interalloyed	28	View 2805.30 Package →
2805.40	Mercury	28	View 2805.40 Package →

DISAMBIGUATION & CLASSIFICATION GUIDE

How to Select the Correct Subheading Under Heading 2805

Commercial shipments must be declared under the exact 6-digit WCO subheading that matches physical, chemical, or processing characteristics. Review the subheading descriptions above and verify against binding CBP CROSS rulings prior to entry filing.

Official Primary Sources & Authority References

USITC HTS Heading 2805 ↗

United States International Trade Commission official Harmonized Tariff Schedule.

CBP CROSS Rulings ↗

CBP e-Rulings database for Heading 2805 precedent rulings.

WCO Nomenclature ↗

World Customs Organization Harmonized System 2022 nomenclature standard.

U.S. Census Foreign Trade ↗

U.S. Census Bureau HTS-to-NAICS concordance and Schedule B export database.

Heading 2805 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What commercial articles are grouped under HS Heading 2805?

HS Heading 2805 covers Alkali or alkaline-earth metals; rare-earth metals, scandium and yttrium, whether or not intermixed or interalloyed; mercury, grouping 5 6-digit WCO subheadings.

How are 6-digit subheadings structured under Heading 2805?

Subheadings under Heading 2805 range from 2805.11 to 2805.90, classifying goods by processing state, origin, or material composition.

What is the representative US import duty rate for Heading 2805?

US MFN general duty rates for Heading 2805 commodities range from Duty-Free up to representative ad valorem percentages under the 2026 US HTS.

Are Section 301 tariffs applicable to goods under Heading 2805?

Section 301 additional tariffs depend on the specific 8-digit or 10-digit US HTS code and country of origin (e.g. China Lists 1–4A).

What PGA message set flags apply to Heading 2805?

Partner Government Agency flags (FDA, USDA APHIS, EPA) apply depending on the specific commodity sub-classification.

How do I distinguish between subheadings under Heading 2805?

Review WCO subheading terms and candidate descriptions. For example, unroasted vs. roasted or decaffeinated vs. non-decaffeinated.

Can goods under Heading 2805 enter duty-free under USMCA?

Yes. Goods originating in USMCA territories (US, Mexico, Canada) enter duty-free under SPI code P with a valid Certificate of Origin.

What is the Section 321 de minimis limit for Heading 2805?

Eligible import shipments valued at $800 USD or less imported by one person on one day enter duty-free under 19 U.S.C. 1321.

What documents are required for formal customs entry of Heading 2805?

Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading, and CBP Form 7501 are mandatory for entries exceeding $2,500 USD.

How can an importer get a binding CBP classification ruling for Heading 2805?

Importers may apply for a binding ruling via CBP National Commodity Specialist Division under 19 CFR Part 177.