Tank Bottom Sludge from Leaded Fuel Storage with Zinc from Japan
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.
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
• 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