Electric Arc Furnace Slag Sand
Sand-like granulated slag from EAF steel recycling, used for road stabilization and soil amendment. Falls under HTS 2618.00.00.00 as it is the direct granulated byproduct of steel manufacturing.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| π¨π³China | Free | +35.0% | 35% |
| π²π½Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| π¨π¦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| π©πͺGermany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| π―π΅Japan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If sold for vanadium/slag recovery
Chapter note 2620 for slags used in metal/chemical extraction.
If refractory bricks made from it
Formed into refractory products shifts to Chapter 69.
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Import Tips & Compliance
β’ Provide leachability tests for state regulations on heavy metals
β’ Declare in metric tons with moisture content adjustment
β’ Avoid mixing with non-steel slags to prevent reclassification
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