Leaded Fuel Additive Production Sludge from Japan
Sludge generated during the synthesis and filtration of organolead compounds used as fuel anti-knock additives. Falls under HTS 2620.21.00 for containing mainly lead, intended for industrial recovery of arsenic, metals, or their compounds per chapter notes.
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
• Use certified lab assays for metal content reporting, excluding deductions as mandated by statistical notes
• Confirm no municipal waste origin to stay within heading 2620 scope
• Bundle with safety data sheets detailing lead and potential arsenic content