Waelz Kiln Zinc Oxide Residue with Lead from Japan
Residue from Waelz process kilns recovering zinc from electric arc furnace dust, mainly zinc oxide with lead and arsenic. Used for further metal or compound production; HTS 2620.19.60.20 for lead content.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Waelz process certification essential for Heading 2620 qualification
• Hazardous due to arsenic—requires manifests
• Not for cement use or it shifts classification