Lead Battery Recycling Residue with Copper Content from Mexico
Residue from lead-acid battery recycling operations, primarily lead with copper and arsenic traces, destined for metal reclamation. HTS 2620.29.0010 applies as 'other' slag/ash containing mainly lead, with copper content reported statistically.
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
• Submit recycling process affidavits to demonstrate industrial extraction purpose
• Label with precise copper content per assay; mismatches lead to customs holds
• Segregate from hazardous waste streams to maintain 2620 classification