Refinery Leaded Gasoline Bottom Sludge from Canada
Heavy bottom sludge from leaded gasoline storage tanks and distillation units, rich in leaded particulates. HTS 2620.21.00 applies as it contains mainly lead and is used industrially for extraction processes, excluding iron/steel residues.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide tank cleaning and origin certificates to verify gasoline sludge status
• Watch for reclassification if lead content drops below 'mainly lead' threshold
• Ensure transport complies with hazardous material regulations due to toxicity