Leaded Anti-Knock Compound Sludge with Gold Residue from China
Sludge byproduct from leaded anti-knock compound manufacturing, primarily lead-based with trace gold from alloyed components. Falls under HTS 2620.21.0050 for leaded sludges containing gold, used in industry for metal recovery. Meets chapter note (b) for arsenic/metal-containing residues for extraction.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Label shipments with precise metal assays to facilitate customs valuation based on gold content
• Obtain certificates confirming non-municipal waste origin to prevent misclassification
• Comply with hazardous waste regulations for leaded materials during import