Brass Foundry Residue with Copper and Arsenic from Germany
Ash and slag from brass production (zinc-copper alloy) containing mainly zinc, copper, and arsenic traces for chemical compound manufacture. Fits HTS 2620.19.60.10 as non-iron/steel residue with specified metals used industrially. Complies with chapter note (b) for arsenic-bearing residues.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Submit detailed chemical analysis reports confirming mainly zinc and copper content to customs
• Avoid common pitfall of incomplete origin declarations leading to duties on waste classifications
• Label packages with hazard warnings if arsenic exceeds thresholds for safe handling