8108.20.00.15 - Powders

This HTS category, 8108.20.00.15, specifically classifies titanium in powder form. These are finely divided particles of titanium metal, distinct from larger consolidated forms such as ingots or other semi-finished or finished articles. The particle size and morphology are key characteristics for this classification, distinguishing it from other unwrought titanium products.

Within the broader category of "Unwrought titanium; powders," this sub-heading differentiates powdered titanium from its sibling classification, 8108.20.00.30, which covers ingots. Ingots are consolidated masses of metal intended for further processing, whereas powders consist of discrete particles. The classification relies on the physical state and form of the titanium metal presented for import or export.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories branching from 8108.20.00.15. Therefore, the classification of titanium powder will be final under this code, with no further breakdown required by subsequent digits. Practical classification will hinge on confirmation that the material is indeed titanium and that its physical form is that of a powder, suitable for applications such as powder metallurgy, additive manufacturing, or specialized chemical processes.