Galvanizing Plant Ash Residue from China
Ash generated from zinc galvanizing operations, rich in zinc content and trace arsenic, for recovery of zinc compounds. Fits HTS 2620.19.60.30 as other slag/ash containing mainly zinc, used industrially for chemical manufacture. Not from iron/steel processes.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Submit lab assays confirming 'zinc content' for statistical reporting as per HTS notes
• Verify not classified as hazardous waste; obtain end-user certificates for industrial application
• Avoid common pitfalls by distinguishing from bulk zinc waste under Chapter 26 waste headings