HS Code 2805
Alkali Metals, Rare-Earth Metals and Mercury
HS code 2805 covers alkali and alkaline-earth metals, rare-earth metals including scandium and yttrium, and elementary mercury used in industrial and laboratory
HS Code 2805 — Alkali Metals, Rare-Earth Metals and Mercury
This heading includes highly reactive metals like sodium and lithium, as well as rare-earth elements like neodymium. It also specifically covers mercury (quicksilver) in its elementary form.
What's included
- Lithium
- Sodium
- Calcium
- Neodymium
- Mercury (quicksilver)
What's excluded
- Mercury compounds → use
2852(Chemical compounds of mercury are classified separately.)
Common examples
- Elementary lithium for battery chemicals
- Sodium metal in oil
- Liquid mercury in flasks
Frequently asked questions
How is mercury shipped under this code?
Mercury must be shipped in iron or steel 'flasks' (34.5 kg) and is highly regulated due to toxicity and its ability to dissolve other metals.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 3% - 5.5%
- Documentation: Mercury is subject to strict international environmental treaties and export bans.
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: China, Chile, Australia
- Top importers: Japan, United States, Germany
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Key takeaway
Highly regulated group including critical battery metals and toxic mercury; check environmental treaties before moving.
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