Copper-Bearing Leaded Fuel Refinery Sludge
Hazardous sludge from leaded fuel refinery tanks, primarily lead-based with copper from alloy corrosion and additives. This sludge is designated for industrial recovery and falls under tariff item 2620.21.00, with copper content reported per statistical note 1.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the sludge contains arsenic, mercury, thallium, or their mixtures
Subheading note 2 requires classification in 2620.60.
If the sludge is copper matte produced by smelting
Chapter note 1(g) excludes copper mattes from heading 26.20.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Report the copper content separately for statistical purposes as per statistical note 1
• Provide a full metal analysis for CBSA
• Ensure the sludge is not classified as copper matte under Section XV, excluded by chapter note 1(g)
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Battery Recycling Leaded Sludge with Silver Recovery
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