2604.00.00.40 - Nickel content

This HTS category, 2604.00.00.40, specifically covers materials where nickel is the primary or significant metallic constituent, presented as content within ores, concentrates, or other forms. It is intended for the classification of goods primarily valued or identified by their nickel component, often derived from metallurgical processes or refined ores where nickel extraction is the principal objective. This ensures that materials whose economic significance or primary classification is tied to their nickel content are correctly categorized.

It is important to distinguish this category from its sibling, 2604.00.00.80, which covers "Other metal content." While both fall under the broader classification of "Nickel ores and concentrates," 2604.00.00.40 is exclusively for nickel content. If the primary metal of economic interest or classification is something other than nickel (e.g., copper, cobalt, or platinum group metals), even if nickel is present, it would typically be classified under the "Other metal content" category, provided nickel is not the dominant or defining metal for classification purposes.

As this is a leaf node in the HTS classification system, there are no further subcategories. Therefore, the focus for classification under 2604.00.00.40 is on confirming that nickel is indeed the principal metal content. Practical classification will rely on the analysis of the material's composition, the source from which it is derived, and any supporting documentation that clearly indicates the predominance of nickel as the element of significance for customs purposes.