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SITCSection 6
U.S. imports of unwrought nickel (unalloyed) (SITC 68311) totaled $100.9M in April 2026, traded with 11 countries.
Unwrought Nickel (Unalloyed) imports of $100.9M in April 2026 ran 16% below the year-to-date monthly average of $120.4M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataUnalloyed unwrought nickel — typically traded as cathodes, pellets, or briquettes — is a primary feedstock for stainless steel production and specialty electroplating operations. Imports are subject to Section 232 national-security tariff considerations, making origin and product form critical classification factors for buyers. Because this material is not alloyed, purity specifications (commonly 99.8% Ni or higher) govern both pricing and downstream suitability, distinguishing it sharply from the alloy-based unwrought forms classified separately under 68312.
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Classification hinges on chemical composition: unalloyed unwrought nickel must meet a minimum nickel content threshold (typically 99% or higher by weight), with no intentional alloying elements added. Importers should provide mill certificates or assay reports confirming purity to support the 68311 classification and avoid reclassification into the alloy heading.
Unwrought nickel can be subject to Section 232 tariff measures depending on the country of origin and applicable exclusions. Importers should verify current Section 232 status and any product-specific exclusions with a licensed customs broker before shipment, as the landscape changes with administrative determinations.
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| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CANADA | $79.2M | $2.5M | -$76.7M |
| JAPAN | $7.3M | -- | -$7.3M |
| NORWAY | $6.6M | -- | -$6.6M |
| SOUTH AFRICA | $3.3M | -- | -$3.3M |
| AUSTRALIA | $2.9M | -- | -$2.9M |
Monthly import values over time