Primary Lead Smelter Sludge with Silver Content from Japan
Sludge generated in primary lead smelters, lead-dominant with recoverable silver and arsenic impurities. Fits HTS 2620.21.00.40 for silver-bearing leaded sludges used in metal/compound manufacturing. Chapter notes confirm applicability to industrial arsenic/metal residues.
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
• Laboratory assays mandatory for silver without deductions
• Verify no iron/steel manufacturing origin to stay in 2620
• Use licensed hazwaste transporters