Zinc Smelter Slag with High Zinc Content from Japan
Residue from zinc smelting processes containing primarily zinc compounds and arsenic, used in industry for metal recovery. Classified under HTS 2620.19.60.30 due to its main zinc content and suitability for extracting metals or manufacturing chemical compounds. Excludes steel production residues.
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
• Provide assay certificates detailing zinc and arsenic content to verify classification and quantity reporting without deductions
• Ensure documentation proves industrial use for metal extraction to avoid reclassification under waste headings
• Comply with environmental regulations on hazardous residues containing arsenic during import