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SITCSection 6
U.S. imports of articles of nickel, n.e.s. (SITC 69975) totaled $48.0M in April 2026, traded with 45 countries.
Importers of Articles of Nickel, N.E.S. paid $1.8M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 5.8% on $30.8M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataNickel's exceptional heat and corrosion resistance make fabricated nickel articles essential inputs for aerospace, chemical processing, and power-generation equipment — sectors that demand tight material certifications. Articles of nickel not elsewhere specified occupy a residual position in the schedule, meaning classification disputes often arise when a product could plausibly fall under a more specific alloy or product-form heading. Importers should be prepared to supply mill test reports and composition data, as nickel content thresholds in the HTS chapter notes determine whether an article is classified as nickel or as a nickel alloy.
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CBP may request mill test reports or material certifications showing nickel content by weight, along with commercial invoices describing the article's form and intended use. For high-value or technically complex parts, a binding ruling provides the most reliable classification certainty.
HTS chapter notes define nickel alloys by minimum nickel content relative to other alloying elements. Articles meeting the definition of a nickel alloy may be classified differently from pure nickel articles, affecting the applicable duty rate. Composition data from the manufacturer is essential for making this determination correctly.
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CANADA | $5.0M | $19.4M | +$14.4M |
| FRANCE | $6.7M | $14.9M | +$8.1M |
| UNITED KINGDOM | $4.6M | $15.9M | +$11.3M |
| CHINA | $2.7M | $15.6M | +$12.9M |
| MEXICO | $6.8M | $11.3M | +$4.6M |
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