Tungsten (wolfram) and articles thereof, including waste and scrap

Heading 8101 covers tungsten (wolfram) and articles thereof, including waste and scrap. These metals and their alloys are strategic metals with special properties (high melting point, hardness, corrosion resistance, magnetic or superconducting properties). They are used in the aerospace, nuclear, electronics, defence and advanced technology industries. Customs duty rates are generally 0% to 5%. Import of these strategic metals may be subject to export controls and monitoring due to their importance for defence and advanced technologies. Some of these metals (tantalum, tungsten, tin, gold) are subject to the Conflict Minerals Regulation (EU) 2017/821. Heading 8101 is part of Chapter 81 (base metals and metal products) of the Combined Nomenclature (CN) used in the European Union. This classification is based on the Harmonized System (HS) developed by the World Customs Organization (WCO), which is used in over 200 countries worldwide. The EU Combined Nomenclature extends the HS with additional 8-digit subheadings, while the TARIC system adds 10-digit codes for identifying specific trade measures. Each 4-digit heading such as 8101 is subdivided into 6-digit (HS), 8-digit (CN) and 10-digit (TARIC) subheadings that specify the type of goods for the purpose of applying the correct duty rates, trade measures and regulatory requirements. Correct determination of the 10-digit code is essential for establishing the amount of customs duties and taxes, as well as required permits and certificates.

These metals and their alloys are strategic metals with special properties (high melting point, hardness, corrosion resistance, magnetic or superconducting properties). They are used in the aerospace, nuclear, electronics, defence and advanced technology industries. Customs duty rates are generally 0% to 5%. Import of these strategic metals may be subject to export controls and monitoring due to their importance for defence and advanced technologies. Import of tungsten (wolfram) may be subject to controls due to the strategic importance of this metal. Some metals of Chapter 81 are subject to the Conflict Minerals Regulation (EU) 2017/821. Waste and scrap of these metals are subject to Waste Shipment Regulation (EC) No 1013/2006. Documentation must include a chemical analysis certificate confirming metal purity. When importing goods under heading 8101 into the European Union, attention must be paid to applicable duty rates, which depend on the specific subheading (8- or 10-digit code) and the country of origin. MFN (Most Favoured Nation) duty rates apply to imports from countries with which the EU does not have preferential trade agreements. Current rates can be checked in the EU TARIC database on the European Commission website. Import of goods under heading 8101 may benefit from preferential duty rates under Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) concluded by the EU with third countries, the Generalised Scheme of Preferences (GSP) for developing countries, or autonomous tariff suspensions. Claiming preferences requires presentation of appropriate proof of origin (EUR.1 certificate, origin declaration, REX certificate or statement on origin under the registered exporter system).

Heading 8101 covers tungsten (wolfram) and articles thereof, including waste and scrap. These metals and their alloys are strategic metals with special properties (high melting point, hardness, corrosion resistance,. Distinction from 8007 (other articles of tin) and 8102 (molybdenum and articles thereof, includi) requires analysis of material, form and intended use. Decisive factor: precise determination of base material, processing stage and end-use of the product.