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U.S. imports of chromium and articles thereof, nesoi (HS 811229) totaled $9.5M in April 2026, traded with 9 countries.
Importers of Chromium and Articles Thereof, NESOI paid $474K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 4.8% on $9.9M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Chromium and Articles Thereof, NESOI imports of $9.5M in April 2026 ran 14% above the year-to-date monthly average of $8.3M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataWrought chromium articles not elsewhere specified — classified under 8112290000 — include precision-machined targets for physical vapor deposition (PVD) sputtering, chromium rods, and specialty components used in semiconductor fabrication and optical coating equipment. France and Taiwan are the leading US import sources, reflecting the concentration of advanced thin-film and coating technology manufacturing in those countries. The heading's catch-all nature means classification disputes can arise when chromium articles overlap with more specific headings for tools or electronic components.
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Pure chromium sputtering targets are generally classified under 8112290000 as wrought chromium articles when chromium is the primary constituent. However, if the target is a chromium alloy or composite, classification may shift to a different heading depending on the predominant metal. The specific composition and intended use should be reviewed with a licensed customs broker to confirm the correct HTS code.
A material composition certificate confirming chromium as the primary metal by weight, a technical data sheet describing the manufacturing process (e.g., hot isostatic pressing, rolling), and a commercial invoice with a detailed product description are all useful. For high-value precision components, a binding ruling request from CBP can provide classification certainty before importation.
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Monthly import values over time
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8112290000 | CHROMIUM AND ARTICLES THEREOF, NESOI | $9.5M | 4.80% | $474K |
CHROMIUM AND ARTICLES THEREOF, NESOI
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 8112290000 | CHROMIUM AND ARTICLES THEREOF, NESOI | $181K |
CHROMIUM AND ARTICLES THEREOF, NESOI
6.3K kg
COBALT, UNWROUGHT, PWDRS, MATTES ETC
HS 810520
TITANIUM AND ARTICLES THEREOF NESOI
HS 810890
CERMETS AND ARTICLES THEREOF, INC WASTE AND SCRAP
HS 811300
TUNGSTEN WASTE AND SCRAP
HS 810197
UNWROUGHT TITANIUM; POWDERS
HS 810820
GA, HF, INDIUM, NIOBIUM, RHENIUM & ARTI,WAST/SCRP
HS 811292
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | $7.0M | $3K | -$7.0M |
| Ohio | $1.4M | -- | -$1.4M |
| Michigan | $919K | -- | -$919K |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| OAKLAND, CA | $7.9M | -- | -$7.9M |
| NORFOLK-NEWPORT NEWS, VA | $1.0M | -- | -$1.0M |
| BALTIMORE, MD | $238K | -- | -$238K |