Lead Mine Tailings Slag with Arsenic from Japan
Slag-like tailings from lead ore processing containing mainly lead sulfides/compounds and arsenic, for metal extraction. HTS 2620.29.0020 applies to this non-steel slag with lead content reported statistically. Industrial use aligns with Chapter 2620 heading note.
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
• Submit mine origin certificates and lead particle size if coarse per related notes
• Avoid bulk packaging pitfalls; ensure ventilated containers for arsenic volatiles
• Customs may require proof of non-municipal source to prevent 2621 shift