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HS Code 2805.12 : Alkali or alkaline-earth metals, Calcium

The 6-digit Harmonized System (HS) code for alkali or alkaline-earth metals, calcium is 2805.12. Under the 2026 Singapore (Singapore Customs), the representative MFN general duty rate is 0% [Singapore Customs].

Chapter

Ch 28

Heading

2805

Subheading

2805.12

SG MFN Duty

MODULE 3: SIGNATURE A: HS DECODE VISUAL HIERARCHY

Chapter 28

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

Heading 2805

2805

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

Subheading .12

.12

Alkali or alkaline-earth metals, Calcium

MODULE 4: SIGNATURE B: TARIFF MATRIX

Import Duty Rates by Destination

Singapore (Singapore Customs / Freeport 2026)

2805.12

Customs Duty (Ad Valorem)

0% (Free Port)

Verified July 2026 · Singapore Customs

MODULE 5: SINGAPORE FREEPORT & GST BREAKDOWN

Customs Duty Rate

0.00 %

Free Port Policy [Customs]

Import GST Rate

9.00 %

CIF + Duty Base [IRAS GST]

De Minimis GST Threshold

None (0.00)

9% GST All Imports

SINGAPORE FREE PORT REGIME

0% customs duty — Singapore is a free port. Standard commercial imports enter customs-duty free, subject only to 9% GST calculated on CIF value.

Notice: Singapore customs clearance, 9% GST assessment, and specific excise duty (liquors, tobacco, petroleum, motor vehicles) are governed by Singapore Customs and IRAS. Verify declarable trade permits at customs.gov.sg prior to import.

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MODULE 6: Mandatory Customs Entry Document Matrix

Rule-Derived Customs Entry Package Checklist

UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT

Commercial Invoice

Itemized description, currency, Incoterms, seller/buyer details, and country of origin.

UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT

Packing List & Bill of Lading

Gross/net weight, container/seal numbers, piece count, and transport B/L or Air Waybill.

PREFERENTIAL RULE

Certificate of Origin (If Claiming FTA)

Required only when claiming zero-duty preference under USMCA, KORUS, or GSP.

MODULE 7: Regulatory Compliance & Partner Government Agency (PGA) Flags

Standard Entry This commodity does not carry mandatory PGA pre-clearance flags under the ACE message set.

MODULE 8: Trade Remedies (Section 301, Section 232, AD/CVD)

China Section 301 Tariff Status

0% Additional Duty (Exempt)

Section 232 Steel/Aluminum Status

Exempt (Non-Metal Commodity)

EU CBAM Carbon Alert

EU CBAM Covered Sector

MODULE 9: Free Trade Agreements (FTA) & Rules of Origin (RoO)

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Agreement Code	Trade Agreement / Program	Preferential Rate	Rules of Origin (RoO) Requirement
P	United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA)	Free	Must meet USMCA Regional Value Content (RVC) or tariff shift rules.
KR	U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement (KORUS)	Free	Direct shipment from South Korea with KORUS Certificate of Origin.
AU	U.S.-Australia Free Trade Agreement	Free	Wholly obtained or tariff shift rule under US-Australia FTA.
A / D	GSP / African Growth & Opportunity Act (AGOA)	Free	35% local value-add requirement for beneficiary country origin.

MODULE 10: Logistics, Freight & Transport Specifications

Standard 20ft Container

~28 CBM / 28,000 kg Payload

Standard 40ft High-Cube

~68 CBM / 28,600 kg Payload

Stowage Factor & Handling

Standard commercial packaging for Alkali or alkaline-earth metals, Calcium

MODULE 11: Singapore Customs Advance Tariff Ruling

Legally binding advance classification rulings issued by Singapore Customs for HS 2805.12.

Query official Singapore Customs portal:

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Singapore Declarable Tariff Lines (2805.12)

National line-level (8/10-digit) detail for Singapore (Singapore Customs): coverage in progress.

Universal 6-digit WCO backbone applied rate: 0%. Confirm the full national commodity code at the official source (Singapore Customs).

MODULE 12: Candidate Subheadings & Related Codes

Related HS Code	Heading Category	Action
2805.11	Subheading under Heading 2805	Compare Subheading 2805.11 →
2805.19	Subheading under Heading 2805	Compare Subheading 2805.19 →
2805.30	Subheading under Heading 2805	Compare Subheading 2805.30 →
2805.40	Subheading under Heading 2805	Compare Subheading 2805.40 →

Official Primary Sources & Authority References

Singapore Customs Official Trade Portal ↗

Official Singapore free port schedule, GST 9% rules, and dutiable goods excise rates.

Singapore Customs Advance Classification Ruling System ↗

Singapore Customs binding advance tariff classification rulings database.

MODULE 14: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) & Operational Guide

What is the 6-digit WCO tariff classification and Singapore (Singapore Customs) general duty for Alkali or alkaline-earth metals, Calcium?

Under WCO Harmonized System 2022 and Singapore (Singapore Customs), Alkali or alkaline-earth metals, Calcium is classified under HS 2805.12 (Heading 2805, Chapter 28). The representative SG MFN general duty rate is 0%.

How is HS 2805.12 distinguished within Heading 2805 (Alkali or alkaline-earth metals; rare-earth metals, scandium and yttrium, whether or not intermixed or interalloyed; mercury)?

Heading 2805 covers Alkali or alkaline-earth metals; rare-earth metals, scandium and yttrium, whether or not intermixed or interalloyed; mercury. Subheading 2805.12 specifically isolates Alkali or alkaline-earth metals, Calcium. Importers must verify whether physical characteristics, processing state, or composition require alternative subheadings under Heading 2805.

What are the primary candidate subheadings related to HS 2805.12?

Related subheadings under Heading 2805 include 2805.11, 2805.19, 2805.30, 2805.40. Classification depends on processing stage, decaffeination, purity, or material form.

What mandatory commercial entry documents are required to import Alkali or alkaline-earth metals, Calcium?

Commercial Invoice (detailing Incoterms, currency, and origin), Packing List, Bill of Lading (or Air Waybill), CBP Form 7501 Entry Summary, and a continuous customs bond are required for formal entries.

Can goods under HS 2805.12 enter duty-free under USMCA or Free Trade Agreements?

Yes. Eligible goods originating in Mexico, Canada, South Korea, or Australia enter duty-free under preference SPI codes (P, KR, AU) provided they satisfy Regional Value Content (RVC) or tariff-shift rules with a valid Certificate of Origin.

What is the US formal entry threshold for shipments of Alkali or alkaline-earth metals, Calcium?

Commercial shipments of Alkali or alkaline-earth metals, Calcium with a customs value exceeding $2,500 USD require formal customs entry (CBP Form 7501) and a continuous entry bond. Informal entry applies to lower values.

How can an importer obtain a binding CBP classification ruling for HS 2805.12?

Importers may submit an e-Ruling request under 19 CFR Part 177 to CBP National Commodity Specialist Division (NCSD) to obtain a legally binding tariff classification ruling prior to importation.

Does Singapore levy customs duty on imports of HS 2805.12?

Singapore is a free port and levies 0% ad-valorem customs duty on virtually all goods. However, a 9% Goods and Services Tax (GST) applies to all imports, and specific excise duty applies to alcohol (Ch 22), tobacco (Ch 24), petroleum (Ch 27), and motor vehicles (Ch 87).

What is Singapore's de minimis GST exemption threshold?

Singapore has NO de minimis GST exemption since 2023. All imported goods, including low-value goods (LVG) purchased online, are subject to 9% GST.

Which agency regulates customs entry and GST in Singapore?

Customs permits, 9% GST assessment, and advance tariff classification rulings are administered by Singapore Customs under the Ministry of Finance.

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