Japan HS Code

HS Code 260400: Nickel ores and concentrates in Japan

Q: Is HS code 260400 the same across all countries?

Yes — up to the 6-digit level, HS code 260400 is the same in every WCO member country. Beyond 6 digits, each country extends the code for national tariff and statistical use. Japan extends it under Japan HS / Statistical Code.

Q: What system does Japan use to classify HS code 260400?

Japan classifies products under the Customs Tariff Schedules of Japan (Japan HS / Statistical Code; locally 実行関税率表), which extends HS codes to 9 digits. The first 6 digits align with the WCO Harmonized System, and the rest cover national tariff and statistical needs.

Q: Where can I officially look up HS code 260400 in Japan?

The official source is https://www.customs.go.jp/english/. For faster cross-country lookups, TradeInt's HS Code Tool consolidates classifications across all major countries in one place.

What is HS Code 260400 in Japan

Under Japan's Customs Tariff Schedules of Japan (実行関税率表), HS Code 260400 is the WCO Harmonized System subheading for Nickel ores and concentrates. This is the most detailed internationally standardized level; Japan extends classifications to 9 digits under its national tariff system. 260400 belongs to Section V: Mineral products, Chapter 26: Ores, slag and ash, Heading 2604: Nickel ores and concentrates.

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Classification Path of HS Code 260400 in Japan

Section V

Chapters (25-27) Mineral products

Chapter 26

Ores, slag and ash

HS Code 2604

Nickel ores and concentrates

HS Code 260400

Nickel ores and concentrates

HS Code 260400000

Nickel ores and concentrates ニッケル鉱（精鉱を含む。）

Japan Tariff Classification: Customs Tariff Schedules of Japan (Japan HS / Statistical Code)

In Japan, HS 260400 is classified under the Customs Tariff Schedules of Japan (実行関税率表) — a 9-digit national extension of the WCO 6-digit Harmonized System.

Tariff schedule Customs Tariff Schedules of Japan (Japan HS / Statistical Code)

Local name 実行関税率表

Digits 9

Official source https://www.customs.go.jp/english/

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Top Trading Product of HS Code 2604

Top Japan import Product Under HS Code 2604

1 260400: Nickel ores and concentrates $56.6M

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1 260400: Nickel ores and concentrates $11.3K

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Related HS Code to Japan Nickel Ore and Concentrates (260400)

HS Code 260400000

Nickel ores and concentrates

HS Code 260111

Iron ores and concentrates, other than roasted iron pyrites : Nonagglomerated

HS Code 260112

Iron ores and concentrates, other than roasted iron pyrites : Agglomerated

HS Code 260120

Roasted iron pyrites

HS Code 260200

Manganese ores and concentrates, including ferruginous manganese ores and concentrates with a manganese content of 20 % or more, calculated on the dry weight

HS Code 260300

Copper ores and concentrates

HS Code 260500

Cobalt ores and concentrates

HS Code 260600

Aluminium ores and concentrates

HS Code 260700

Lead ores and concentrates

HS Code 260800

Zinc ores and concentrates

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 260400 in Japan?

HS code 260400 covers Nickel ores and concentrates in Japan. It sits in Chapter 26 (Ores, slag and ash), Heading 2604 of the Harmonized System, and is classified under Japan HS / Statistical Code.

Is HS code 260400 the same across all countries?

What system does Japan use to classify HS code 260400?

Where can I officially look up HS code 260400 in Japan?