Leaded Paint Manufacturing Sludge
Waste sludge from lead pigment production in paint factories, containing high lead content from lead chromate or oxide. This product is classified under tariff item 2620.21.00 as it is a lead-containing sludge used industrially for metal or chemical compound recovery, consistent with the scope of heading 26.20.
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 mainly metals other than lead
This subheading covers other metal-bearing residues.
If the sludge is ash from municipal waste incineration
Chapter note 3(a) excludes such ash, directing it to heading 26.21.
If the product is a pigment, not a waste residue
If the material is a usable pigment, it would be classified as a chemical product.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the sludge is not considered municipal waste, which is excluded under chapter note 3(a)
• Provide documentation on the lead compound composition to support classification
• Consult Environment and Climate Change Canada for waste import requirements
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