Zinc Refinery Skimmed Slag Copper Bearing

Skimmed residues from electrolytic zinc refineries, predominantly zinc with copper and arsenic, for recovery operations. HTS 2620.19.60.10 applies to such 'other' zinc-main slag with copper content, excluding municipal incineration per notes.

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.

2835.29Lower: 14.1% vs 35%

If processed into zinc phosphate compounds

Chemical compounds of zinc classify under Chapter 28 phosphites/phosphates.

2620.19Same rate: 35%

If high antimony content over copper

Antimony-bearing zinc slag has dedicated subheading before 'other'.

7902.00.00Lower: Free vs 35%

If refined mainly as zinc dust or powder

Zinc powders and flakes move to Chapter 79.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Use certified lab assays for precise copper quantity reporting as required

Differentiate from waste in bills of lading to prevent 2621 reclassification

Bulk packaging preferred; retail packs may alter duty treatment

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