Leaded Anti-Knock Compound Sludge from Japan
Sludges from the production and storage of lead-based anti-knock additives like tetraethyllead for gasoline, rich in lead metal content. Falls under HTS 2620.21.0020 as residues containing mainly lead, per chapter notes for industrial use in metal extraction or chemical manufacture.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Report lead quantity via assay without deductions; maintain lab reports for Customs verification
• Comply with TSCA import notifications for lead compounds and secure end-user statements for recycling