Galvanizing Plant Ash with Copper Impurities from Japan
Residues from hot-dip zinc galvanizing operations, mainly zinc-based with copper and arsenic, destined for metal reclamation. Under HTS 2620.19.60.10 for non-steel manufacture slag containing metals per chapter note (a). Used in industry for zinc and copper extraction.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include process flow documentation showing non-iron/steel origin to justify classification
• Report metal content via assay without deductions; mismatches cause delays
• Check for EPA-equivalent certifications if arsenic levels trigger environmental scrutiny