Arsenic-Bearing Hard Zinc Spelter from Germany
Hard zinc spelter residue from zinc electrolysis containing significant arsenic and zinc compounds, used industrially for arsenic or zinc extraction. This product falls under tariff item 2620.11.00 as it is a slag or residue (not from iron or steel manufacture) containing mainly zinc, and also meets the arsenic-bearing criteria of subheading note 2.
Duty Rate — Germany → Canada
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Import Tips
• Ensure the product is classified as a residue containing mainly zinc, not as an ore, to avoid misclassification
• Provide a certificate of analysis showing zinc and arsenic content to support the tariff classification
• Verify if the arsenic content triggers any hazardous waste import permits under Canadian environmental regulations