Leaded Anti-Knock Compound Sludge with Copper Impurities

Sludge generated from leaded anti-knock fuel additives production, rich in lead with copper from catalyst contamination. Falls under HTS 2620.21.00.10 for its copper content in leaded sludges, used industrially for lead and copper recovery per Chapter 26 notes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2620.19.30.00Same rate: 35%

If containing mainly zinc rather than lead

Zinc-dominant sludges from similar processes are grouped under the zinc subheading in 2620.19.

2621.90.00.00Same rate: 35%

If derived from municipal waste incineration

Chapter note excludes incineration ash from 2620, directing it to heading 2621 for other ash and residues.

8549.19.00.00Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If considered waste from electrical/metal production equipment

Residues from spent catalysts or electrodes may classify as electrical waste parts under Chapter 85.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Report metal content based on assay without deductions; include certificates of analysis in customs documentation

Ensure sludge qualifies under heading 2620 by proving use in metal extraction, not incineration residues

Check for arsenic content declarations to avoid reclassification; common pitfall is incomplete hazardous material manifests