Switzerland HS Code

HS Code 260500: Cobalt ores and concentrates in Switzerland

Q: Is HS code 260500 the same across all countries?

Yes — up to the 6-digit level, HS code 260500 is the same in every WCO member country. Beyond 6 digits, each country extends the code for national tariff and statistical use. Switzerland extends it under Tares / HS-CH.

Q: What system does Switzerland use to classify HS code 260500?

Switzerland classifies products under the Tares — Swiss Customs Tariff (Tares / HS-CH; locally Schweizer Zolltarif (Tares)), which extends HS codes to 8 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 260500 in Switzerland?

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

What is HS Code 260500 in Switzerland

Under Switzerland's Tares — Swiss Customs Tariff (Schweizer Zolltarif (Tares)), HS Code 260500 is the WCO Harmonized System subheading for Cobalt ores and concentrates. This is the most detailed internationally standardized level; Switzerland extends classifications to 8 digits under its national tariff system. 260500 belongs to Section V: Mineral products, Chapter 26: Ores, slag and ash, Heading 2605: Cobalt ores and concentrates.

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Classification Path of HS Code 260500 in Switzerland

Section V

Chapters (25-27) Mineral products

Chapter 26

Ores, slag and ash

HS Code 2605

Cobalt ores and concentrates

HS Code 260500

Cobalt ores and concentrates

HS Code 26050000

Cobalt ores and concentrates

Switzerland Tariff Classification: Tares — Swiss Customs Tariff (Tares / HS-CH)

In Switzerland, HS 260500 is classified under the Tares — Swiss Customs Tariff (Schweizer Zolltarif (Tares)) — a 8-digit national extension of the WCO 6-digit Harmonized System.

Tariff schedule Tares — Swiss Customs Tariff (Tares / HS-CH)

Local name Schweizer Zolltarif (Tares)

Digits 8

Official source https://www.bazg.admin.ch/

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Related HS Code to Switzerland Cobalt Ore and Concentrates (260500)

HS Code 26050000

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HS Code 260111

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HS Code 260112

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

HS Code 260120

Iron ores and concentrates, including roasted iron pyrites : 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 260400

Nickel 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 260500 in Switzerland?

HS code 260500 covers Cobalt ores and concentrates in Switzerland. It sits in Chapter 26 (Ores, slag and ash), Heading 2605 of the Harmonized System, and is classified under Tares / HS-CH.

Is HS code 260500 the same across all countries?

What system does Switzerland use to classify HS code 260500?

Where can I officially look up HS code 260500 in Switzerland?