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Brass Foundry Zinc Skimmings with Lead from Japan

Skimmings from brass foundry melting (zinc-copper alloy), mainly zinc residue containing lead and arsenic, used industrially for recovery. HTS 2620.19.60.20 for lead content in mainly zinc non-ferrous slag.

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

• Document foundry process to prove residue nature and industrial extraction use

• Avoid bulk bags without liners—lead leaching risks penalties