8112.69.10.00 - Unwrought cadmium; powders

This HTS category, 8112.69.10.00, specifically covers unwrought cadmium in its basic forms, as well as cadmium in powder form. "Unwrought" refers to cadmium that has been smelted and cast into ingots, blocks, or other primary shapes, but has not yet undergone further processing into finished or semi-finished articles. This includes various forms of crude or refined cadmium that are ready for industrial use or further fabrication.

It is important to distinguish this classification from its sibling, 8112.69.90.00, which covers "Other" cadmium and articles thereof. While this category is focused on the raw, unwrought, or powdered forms of the metal, the sibling category would encompass cadmium that has been alloyed with other metals, or manufactured articles where cadmium is a primary component. Therefore, the key differentiator lies in the degree of processing and the form of the cadmium material.

As this is a leaf node, there are no further subcategories for this specific HTS code. Classification under 8112.69.10.00 is conclusive for unwrought and powdered cadmium. Importers and exporters should ensure that the material's physical state and form align precisely with the description of unwrought or powder to ensure correct classification and avoid potential customs issues.