Chromium-Laden Stainless Steel Filter Cake
Chromium-laden stainless steel filter cake is a filter cake residue from non-steel stainless processing containing chromium. It is used for recovery in chemical compounds. This residue is classified under tariff item 2620.91.00 for chromium mixtures used industrially, distinct from iron or steel manufacture.
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 filter cake contains arsenic, mercury, thallium, or their mixtures
Subheading note 2 directs such residues to subheading 2620.60.
If the filter cake is from iron or steel manufacture
Slag, ash, and residues from iron or steel manufacture are classified in heading 26.19.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the filter cake is not from iron or steel manufacture, as those are excluded from heading 26.20
• Document the chromium content and intended use for recovery
• Verify if the material is classified as hazardous waste under Canadian regulations
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