Copper Smelter Slag with Lead Content from Japan
Residue from copper smelting operations containing primarily copper along with significant lead content and traces of arsenic. This slag falls under tariff item 2620.30.00 as slag, ash and residues containing mainly copper, excluding those from iron or steel manufacture.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
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Import Tips
• Confirm the slag is not from iron or steel production, which would fall under heading 26.18 or 26.19
• Provide smelting process documentation and metal content analysis
• Be aware that lead content may trigger hazardous waste import requirements