HS Code 2822
Cobalt Oxides and Hydroxides
HS code 2822 tracks cobalt oxides and hydroxides used in rechargeable battery cathodes, ceramic enamels, and industrial chemical catalysts.
HS Code 2822 — Cobalt Oxides and Hydroxides
This category covers cobalt oxides—distinctive black or grey powders—and hydroxides. These chemicals are critical in the battery industry, ceramic glazing (producing the famous 'cobalt blue'), and as catalysts in the petrochemical industry. Commercial cobalt oxides are often mixtures of various cobalt oxides.
What's included
- Cobaltous oxide
- Cobaltous hydroxide
- Commercial cobalt oxides
- Cobaltic oxide
What's excluded
- Natural cobalt ores → use
2605(Natural metal ores are classified in Chapter 26.)
Common examples
- Cobalt oxide 72% for ceramics
- Cobalt hydroxide for li-ion batteries
- Black cobalt oxide
- Cobaltous oxide for catalyst production
Frequently asked questions
Are cobalt oxides considered high-risk for trade compliance?
Yes, due to their use in EV batteries and supply chain concerns in the DRC, they may be subject to closer scrutiny.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 2%
- Documentation: Traceability documents are increasingly required for cobalt sourcing.
- Typical shipping mode: LCL
- Top exporters: China, Belgium, Finland
- Top importers: South Korea, Japan, United States
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Key takeaway
Cobalt is a critical raw material; watch for evolving 'conflict mineral' reporting trends even for chemical derivatives.
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