Secondary Zinc Refinery Ash with Gold from Japan
Ash generated from secondary zinc refining operations, primarily zinc-based with gold impurities, suitable for recovering precious metals. Falls under HTS 2620.19.60.50 for non-iron/steel slag/ash containing mainly zinc and gold content. Used industrially for chemical compound manufacture.
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
• Obtain independent assay reports for gold content to meet statistical reporting without deductions
• Verify absence of iron/steel origin via process documentation to prevent reclassification
• Label clearly as industrial residue, not hazardous waste, with safety data sheets for customs clearance