Refinery Leaded Slag with Gold and Arsenic from Japan
Slag from petroleum refinery leaded fuel processing, mainly lead with gold and arsenic compounds for potential extraction. HTS 2620.21.0050 applies to such leaded sludges/slags with gold content, per chapter notes for industrial metal recovery uses.
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
• Include lab analysis showing majority lead and gold content to match subheading criteria
• Separate from iron/steel slags to stay within Chapter 26 heading 2620 scope
• Prepare for environmental permits due to arsenic presence in residues