Arsenic-Lead Smelter Ash with Copper from Mexico
Ash byproduct from non-ferrous lead smelters, rich in lead, arsenic, and copper metals/compounds, used for chemical compound production. Classified in HTS 2620.29.0010 due to main lead content and copper statistical reporting, fitting chapter note (b) for arsenic-bearing residues.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include detailed chemical composition certificate highlighting copper and arsenic levels
• Confirm not from iron/steel production to stay in 2620; provide process origin docs
• Avoid retail packaging; bulk industrial shipments prevent reclassification as waste