Galvanizing Plant Zinc Dust Ash from Japan
Ash generated from zinc dust recovery in hot-dip galvanizing operations, rich in zinc compounds and trace arsenic. Falls under HTS 2620.19.60 for non-ferrous residues containing mainly zinc and arsenic, intended for chemical compound production.
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
• Include process origin certificates distinguishing from steel manufacturing slag
• Declare exact metal assay quantities without deductions as per statistical notes
• Verify no municipal waste origin to prevent heading 2621 misclassification