Leaded Fuel Tank Bottom Sludge Gold Bearing from Germany
Settled sludge from storage tanks holding leaded fuels, mainly lead with gold content from accumulated impurities. Fits 2620.21.0050 for leaded gasoline sludges used in industry for metal extraction.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Classify based on predominant metal post-assay, not origin alone
• Handle as hazardous material with proper manifests
• Distinguish from parts/components if sold for processing equipment