Leaded Anti-Knock Compound Sludge with Silver Impurities from Japan
Sludge byproduct from leaded anti-knock fuel additives production, predominantly lead-based with silver and arsenic compounds. Falls under HTS 2620.21.00.40 for its silver content in leaded sludges used industrially for metal reclamation. Meets heading 2620 criteria for non-iron/steel residues extractable for metals.
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
• Submit detailed chemical assay for silver/lead/arsenic; statistical notes require undeducted metal content
• Comply with Basel Convention for transboundary hazardous waste movement