Tank Bottom Sludge from Leaded Fuel Storage with Zinc

Accumulated sludge from the bottoms of storage tanks that stored leaded gasoline, rich in lead and zinc from additive degradation. HTS 2620.21.0030 applies to such leaded gasoline sludges reporting zinc content, intended for industrial metal reclamation.

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 not specifically from leaded gasoline or anti-knock compounds

General lead-containing residues without specific leaded fuel origin use broader subheading.

2713.90.00.00Lower: 25% vs 35%

If classified primarily as petroleum residue

High hydrocarbon content may lead to petroleum waste classification in Chapter 27.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Use certified labs for zinc content assay to meet statistical note requirements without deductions

Provide evidence of industrial end-use to qualify under heading 2620 chapter note

Watch for environmental regulations on leaded residues; prepare import permits if required