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HTS Chapter 75 · Section XV

Nickel and articles thereof

Chapter 75 averages a 2.2% general (MFN) duty across its 28 rated tariff lines, with the steepest line reaching 3%.

2.2%
avg MFN duty
3%
highest line
28
rated tariff lines
21%
enter duty-free

Tariff lines in Chapter 75 by duty-rate band

How the 28 rated lines in this chapter distribute across general (MFN) rate ranges

Duty-free60.1–5%22

Source: USITC HTS 2026 As of 2026

About HTS Chapter 75

HTS Chapter 75 - Nickel and articles thereof - organizes 50 tariff classifications in the US Harmonized Tariff Schedule. Of these, 28 carry explicit duty rates at the tariff-line level, meaning importers can look up a specific Column 1 General (MFN) rate for every qualifying shipment. Chapter 75 sits within Section XV (Base Metals and Articles of Base Metal), which groups commercially related product categories together.

The average general duty rate across all tariff lines in this chapter is 2.2%, with the highest individual rate reaching 3%. Duty burden varies widely across tariff lines within this chapter, classification precision matters. Below, each line links to its individual detail page showing General, Special (FTA), and Column 2 rates.

Use this chapter page as the entry point for classifying any product that falls under nickel and articles thereof. The tree below preserves the HTS indentation hierarchy (heading → subheading → tariff line), so you can narrow from broad category to specific 8-10 digit code. All data comes from the US International Trade Commission (USITC) HTS 2026 Basic Edition, the official schedule of import duties used by US Customs and Border Protection.

Chapter 75 At a Glance

Tariff distribution statistics for HTS Chapter 75 from USITC 2026 Basic Edition.
Metric Value Notes
Total tariff classifications 50 All headings, subheadings, and tariff lines.
Lines with explicit rates 28 Tariff lines carrying a Column 1 General duty.
Average general rate 2.2% Mean MFN rate across rated lines.
Highest line rate 3% Peak Column 1 General rate within the chapter.

Source: USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule 2026 Basic Edition. Computed at last data refresh, see methodology.

Tariff Lines

7501 Nickel mattes, nickel oxide sinters and other intermediate products of nickel metallurgy:
7501.10.00.00 Nickel mattes
kg, Ni kg
Free
7501.20.00.00 Nickel oxide sinters and other intermediate products of nickel metallurgy
kg, Ni kg
Free
7502 Unwrought nickel:
7502.10.00.00 Nickel, not alloyed
kg
Free
7502.20.00.00 Nickel alloys
kg
Free
7503.00.00.00 Nickel waste and scrap
kg
Free
7504.00.00 Nickel powders and flakes
Free
7504.00.00.10 Powders
kg
7504.00.00.50 Flakes
kg
7505 Nickel bars, rods, profiles and wire:
Bars, rods and profiles:
7505.11 Of nickel, not alloyed:
Bars and rods:
7505.11.10.00 Cold-formed
kg
3%
7505.11.30.00 Not cold-formed
kg
2.6%
kg
3%
7505.12 Of nickel alloys:
Bars and rods:
7505.12.10.00 Cold-formed
kg
3%
7505.12.30.00 Not cold-formed
kg
2.5%
kg
3%
Wire:
7505.21 Of nickel, not alloyed:
7505.21.10.00 Cold-formed
kg
3%
7505.21.50.00 Not cold-formed
kg
2.6%
7505.22 Of nickel alloys:
7505.22.10.00 Cold-formed
kg
3%
7505.22.50.00 Not cold-formed
kg
2.6%
7506 Nickel plates, sheets, strip and foil:
7506.10 Of nickel, not alloyed:
7506.10.05.00 Not exceeding 0.15 mm in thickness
kg
2.5%
Other:
7506.10.10.00 Cold-formed
kg
3%
7506.10.30.00 Not cold-formed
kg
2.5%
7506.20 Of nickel alloys:
7506.20.05.00 Not exceeding 0.15 mm in thickness
kg
3%
Other:
7506.20.10.00 Cold-formed
kg
3%
7506.20.30.00 Not cold-formed
kg
2.5%
7507 Nickel tubes, pipes and tube or pipe fittings (for example, couplings, elbows, sleeves):
Tubes and pipes:
7507.11.00.00 Of nickel, not alloyed
kg
2%
7507.12.00.00 Of nickel alloys
kg
2%
7507.20.00.00 Tube or pipe fittings
kg
3%
7508 Other articles of nickel:
7508.10.00.00 Cloth, grill and netting, of nickel wire
kg
3%
7508.90 Other:
7508.90.10.00 Stranded wire
kg
3%
3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What does HTS Chapter 75 cover?
HTS Chapter 75 covers Nickel and articles thereof. It contains 50 individual tariff classifications, of which 28 have specified duty rates. This chapter falls under Section XV (Base Metals and Articles of Base Metal).
What is the average tariff rate for Chapter 75?
The average general (MFN) duty rate across all tariff lines in Chapter 75 is 2.2%. The highest individual rate in this chapter is 3%. Actual duty on a specific product depends on its precise HTS classification.
How do I find the correct HTS code for my product?
Browse the tariff lines listed below organized by heading and subheading. Each item with an HTS number links to its full detail page showing general, special, and Column 2 duty rates. For complex classifications, consult a licensed customs broker or contact US Customs and Border Protection (CBP).
Are there any duty-free items in Chapter 75?
Yes, many chapters contain items with a "Free" general rate, meaning no duty is assessed for imports from most-favored-nation countries. Look for items marked "Free" in the tariff lines table below. Additional preferential rates may also apply under free trade agreements.
Where does PlainTariff get its tariff data?
All tariff data comes from the U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) 2026 Basic Edition, the official schedule of US import duties.

Next steps

Find the exact rate for your product within Chapter 75.

The chapter average is an orientation only, duty is set per tariff line, and Special preferential rates may apply to qualifying origins.

Sources: U.S. International Trade Commission Harmonized Tariff Schedule (2026 Basic Edition) and FAO FAOSTAT Trade: Crops and Livestock. See our methodology for how figures are computed.

Every figure on PlainTariff is rendered directly from federal source data, no number is typed in by an editor. This page draws directly on federal source data, no figure is typed in by an editor. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error.