Secondary Lead Refinery Residues from Mexico
Residues from secondary lead refineries (scrap processing) with high lead and arsenic, used in chemical compound production. Classified HTS 2620.29.0020 for mainly lead-containing slag/ash not from iron/steel. Chapter note (b) covers arsenic/metal compound basis.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Accurate assay reporting critical; secondary sources vary, audit supplier tests
• Document recycling chain to prove industrial end-use, avoiding waste tariffs
• Comply with REACH-like rules for arsenic in EU imports