HS Code 8101
Tungsten Metals and Articles
HS code 8101 covers tungsten metal in all forms including powders, unwrought blocks, scrap, and finished articles like filaments and heavy-duty contacts.
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HS Code 8101 — Tungsten Metals and Articles
This code covers tungsten (also known as wolfram) in all forms, including unwrought metal, powders, waste, and finished articles. Tungsten is prized for its high melting point and hardness.
What's included
- Tungsten powder
- Unwrought tungsten ingots
- Tungsten waste and scrap
- Tungsten filaments
What's excluded
- Tungsten carbides → use
2849(Carbides are classified as chemical compounds.) - Tungsten ores → use
2611(Raw ores and concentrates are in Chapter 26.)
Common examples
- Tungsten wire for lighting filaments
- Pure tungsten powder for 3D printing
- High-density tungsten alloy bars
- Tungsten scrap from machining
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between Tungsten and Wolfram?
They are the same element (W). Many European and Asian countries use the name 'Wolfram', but the HS code is identical.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 7%
- Documentation: Very high value/weight ratio; precise purity and form must be declared.
- Typical shipping mode: Air
- Top exporters: China, USA, Germany, Vietnam
- Top importers: Japan, South Korea, USA, Germany
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Key takeaway
Strategic high-value metal; classification includes all stages from powder to finished technical articles.
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