Combined Municipal Incinerator Ash (Bottom and Fly)
A combined mixture of bottom ash and fly ash collected from the combustion of municipal solid waste in incinerators. This product is classified under tariff item 2621.10.00 because it is explicitly ash and residues from the incineration of municipal waste, as defined in the Customs Tariff of Canada.
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 ash contains significant metal content and is intended for metal recovery.
Ash and residues containing metals for extraction fall under heading 26.20, not 26.21.
If the ash is treated or processed beyond simple incineration, such as chemically stabilized.
Processed waste products may be classified as residual products of the chemical or allied industries.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the ash is clearly documented as originating from municipal waste incineration, as opposed to industrial processes, to avoid misclassification under heading 26.20
• Provide a certificate of analysis to the CBSA if requested, confirming the ash's composition and origin
• Verify any provincial environmental regulations that may apply to the importation of waste-derived materials
Related Products under Tariff item 2621.10.00
Municipal Sewage Sludge Incineration Ash
Ash residue produced from the incineration of municipal sewage sludge, containing phosphorus and various metals. This product falls under tariff item 2621.10.00 because it is ash from the incineration of municipal waste, specifically sewage sludge collected from municipal treatment facilities.
Municipal Solid Waste Incinerator Bottom Ash
Bottom ash collected from the combustion chamber of municipal solid waste incinerators, comprising non-combustible materials like glass, metals, and ceramics. This product is classified under tariff item 2621.10.00 as it is explicitly ash and residues from the incineration of municipal waste.
Municipal Waste Fly Ash
Fine particulate fly ash captured from flue gases in municipal solid waste incineration plants, often containing dioxins and heavy metals. This product falls under tariff item 2621.10.00 because it is ash from the incineration of municipal waste, regardless of its hazardous characteristics.
Municipal Waste-to-Energy Plant Ash
Ash byproducts from waste-to-energy incinerators that process municipal solid waste for electricity generation. This product is classified under tariff item 2621.10.00 as it is ash and residues from the incineration of municipal waste, even when the incineration also generates energy.
Urban Refuse Incinerator Residue
Coarse and fine residues from incinerating household and commercial urban waste in municipal facilities. This product falls under tariff item 2621.10.00 because it is explicitly ash and residues from the incineration of municipal waste, as defined in the Customs Tariff of Canada.