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Copper Smelter Dross Macadam

Macadam produced from copper smelter dross and slag, used in secondary road construction and parking lot bases. HTS 2517.20.00.00 covers dross as similar industrial waste whether or not mixed with other aggregates.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2620.19Lower: 10% vs 35%

If marketed as copper recovery feedstock

Slag/ash containing mostly copper classified under specific metal recovery headings.

6808.00.00Same rate: 35%

If formed into setts or curbstones

Chapter exclusion sends worked panels/blocks to heading 6808.

2619.00.30Same rate: 35%

If aluminum smelter dross specifically

Specific statistical heading for aluminum industry waste differentiates from general slag.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include heavy metal leachate test results to address hazardous waste concerns

Declare exact dross composition as copper content affects potential reclassification

Use ventilated containers to prevent moisture buildup causing material degradation