HS Code 8104.11: 99.8% Magnesium 2025
TL;DR: HS code 8104.11 applies to unwrought magnesium with at least 99.8% purity digit codes. Use inert packaging for safe shipping and ensure lab-tested purity for compliance.
What is HS Code 8104.11 Exactly?
HS code 8104.11 specifically identifies unwrought magnesium containing at least 99.8 percent by weight of magnesium. This classification falls under Chapter 81 of the Harmonized System for global trade.
- Chapter 81: Other base metals, including magnesium and articles thereof
- 8104: Unwrought magnesium and magnesium waste or scrap
- 8104.11: Magnesium with purity ≥99.8% by weight (primary keyword focus)
- Excludes alloys below this threshold, which use 8104.19
- Valid through 2025 per WCO nomenclature
Purity must be verified by chemical analysis for accurate HS code 8104.11 use.
Key 2025 Changes to HS Code 8104.11 Classification
2025 brings targeted updates to HS code 8104.11 reporting across major markets. No core WCO revisions until 2027, but national implementations demand attention.
| Region | 2025 Update | HS Code 8104.11 Impact | Tariff Example |
|---|
| USA | HTS mandatory Sep 1 | Requires 10-digit: 8104.11.0000 | 0-2.5% duty |
| GCC Countries | 12-digit HS Jan 1 | 8104.11.XX.XX for purity specs | 5% GCC common |
| EU | CN 2025 refinements | 8104 11 00 with origin rules | 3-6% MFN |
| China | National tariff tweaks | 8104.11.0000 extended | 2-8% import |
| Australia | De minimis tightening | Full HS for values >AUD1000 | Free for many origins |
These shifts affect high purity magnesium shipments significantly in 2025.
Production Processes Yielding 99.8% Magnesium
High-purity magnesium meeting HS code 8104.11 requires specialized manufacturing. Common methods ensure the ≥99.8% threshold.
- Electrolytic process: Electrolysis of magnesium chloride produces 99.9%+ purity ingots.
- Pidgeon process (refined): Thermal reduction with zone melting for ultra-pure output.
- Vacuum distillation: Removes impurities by selective vaporization.
- Fluxless melting: Argon-shielded for aerospace-grade magnesium.
- Recycling refinement: Secondary Mg purified to 99.8% via acid leaching.
2025 case study: Chinese producers hit 99.95% via upgraded electrolysis, per USGS reports.
Industries Relying on HS Code 8104.11 Magnesium
Pure magnesium under HS code 8104.11 drives innovation across sectors.
- Aerospace alloys for aircraft components
- EV battery housings reducing vehicle weight
- Electronics thermal dissipation parts
- Biomedical implants and surgical tools
- Mg-ion battery prototypes (2025 research surge)
- 3D printing feedstock for prototypes
Demand grows 8% annually through 2025, boosting trade volumes.
How to Classify Under HS Code 8104.11: Step-by-Step
Use this 2025 guide for precise HS code 8104.11 product classification.
- Conduct lab purity test confirming ≥99.8% magnesium content.
- Verify unwrought form (ingots, billets, not fabricated).
- Match to 8104.11 base code in Chapter 81.
- Apply national extensions (e.g., 8104.11.0000 US HTS).
- Cross-check with customs database or tool.
Accurate classification prevents 2025 tariff penalties up to 20%.
Shipping and Storage Rules for 99.8% Magnesium
HS code 8104.11 magnesium poses unique transport hazards in 2025.
- UN 1869: Flammable solid Class 4.1 labeling required
- Inert dry packaging: Argon-filled or vacuum-sealed
- Avoid water/moisture contact to prevent ignition
- Temp control: Store below 65°C
- 2025 docs: Full MSDS + HS code 8104.11 declaration
Air freight limits: Max 50kg net per package IATA rules.
Tariff Rates and Duties for HS Code 8104.11 in 2025
HS code 8104.11 faces varying 2025 import duties by destination.
| Country | HS Code 8104.11 Tariff | Key Notes 2025 |
|---|
| USA | 0-2.5% | USMCA free for qualified |
| EU | 3-6% | Origin rules apply |
| China | 2-8% | Anti-dumping watch |
| UAE | 5% | GCC unified rate |
| Australia | 0% | ChAFTA benefits |
Verify latest via official tariff schedules.
FAQ: HS Code 8104.11 Magnesium 2025
- What does HS code 8104.11 cover?
- Unwrought magnesium containing at least 99.8% by weight of magnesium.
- Has HS code 8104.11 changed in 2025?
- Core 6-digit stable; regional extensions like US 10-digit and GCC 12-digit apply.
- What is the US HTS for 99.8% magnesium?
- 8104.11.0000 mandatory for USPS shipments from Sep 1, 2025.
- How to test purity for HS code 8104.11?
- Use ICP-OES or XRF lab analysis confirming ≥99.8% magnesium content.
- What is the EU code for high purity magnesium?
- 8104 11 00 under Combined Nomenclature 2025.
- Can alloys use HS code 8104.11?
- No, only ≥99.8% pure; alloys <99.8% use 8104.19.
- What are shipping hazards for HS code 8104.11?
- Flammable solid UN 1869; requires dry inert packaging.
- Where to verify 2025 HS code 8104.11?
- WCO HS Nomenclature 2022+ explanatory notes Chapter 81.
- Does de minimis affect HS code 8104.11 shipments?
- US ends >$800 exemption Aug 29, 2025; full HS required.
- What industries use HS code 8104.11 magnesium?
- Aerospace, automotive, batteries, medical, and electronics sectors.
Resources
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Tiffany Lee, HS Code Specialist. Sources: WCO, USGS Mineral Reports 2025.
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