U.S. exports of Unwrought Nickel Alloys (SITC 68312) totaled $27.0M in August 2026.
Importers of Unwrought Nickel Alloys paid $18K in duties in August 2026, an average duty rate of 0.11% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule. Unwrought Nickel Alloys imports of $15.8M in August 2026 ran 44% above the year-to-date monthly average of $11.0M.
Last updated: August 2026 dataUnwrought nickel alloys — including superalloys, Monel, Inconel, and Hastelloy-type compositions in ingot, billet, or shot form — serve as critical inputs for aerospace turbine components, chemical processing equipment, and marine hardware. The alloy designation separates these materials from unalloyed nickel (68311) and determines both duty treatment and downstream processing requirements. Section 232 tariff exposure applies to many origins, and buyers sourcing specialty superalloy compositions should document the specific alloy grade to support accurate classification.
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A certified mill test report (MTR) specifying the nominal chemical composition — including percentages of nickel, chromium, molybdenum, and other alloying elements — is the standard supporting document. This distinguishes the specific alloy family (e.g., nickel-copper vs. nickel-chromium-iron) and can be decisive if CBP questions the classification between alloy subheadings.
Yes. Unalloyed nickel is primarily remelted for stainless steel or electroplating, while unwrought nickel alloys are typically remelted or forged into near-net-shape components for high-temperature or corrosion-resistant applications such as jet engine parts, heat exchangers, and offshore equipment. The alloy composition is engineered at the melt stage, so the unwrought form already carries the performance characteristics of the finished alloy.
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Basic heading 68312 · $27.0M of $13.0B
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Exports · August 2026
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United Kingdom and Switzerland together take 48% of it.
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$15.8MYoY · free account
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$27.0MYoY · free account
12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $131.9M of Unwrought Nickel Alloys and exported $383.6M.
Through August 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.