HS Code 7501
Nickel Mattes and Intermediate Metallurgy Products
HS code 7501 covers nickel mattes and nickel oxide sinters produced during the smelting process of nickel ores, essential for further metallurgical refining.
HS Code 7501 — Nickel Mattes and Intermediate Metallurgy Products
This code covers semi-processed nickel materials including nickel mattes, which are produced by smelting sulphide ores. It also includes nickel oxide sinters and other intermediate products that require further refining or smelting to produce pure nickel.
What's included
- Nickel mattes
- Nickel oxide sinters
- Impure nickel carbonates
- Speiss
What's excluded
- Refined nickel → use
7502(Refined nickel is classified as unwrought metal after metallurgical processing is complete.)
Common examples
- Nickel matte 75% purity
- Granulated nickel oxide sinters
- Metallurgical nickel intermediates
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between nickel ore and nickel matte?
Nickel ore (Chapter 26) is the raw earth material, whereas nickel matte (7501) is a concentrated product of the first smelting stage.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 5%
- Documentation: Requires Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) detailing chemical assay.
- Typical shipping mode: Bulk
- Top exporters: Canada, Indonesia, Russia
- Top importers: China, Japan, Norway
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Key takeaway
Covers intermediate smelted nickel products intended for further refining.
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