Galvanizing Plant Lead-Zinc Slag from Germany
Slag from galvanizing plants handling lead-zinc mixes, mainly lead composition with reportable zinc and arsenic for metal recovery. HTS 2620.29.0030 captures this as 'zinc content' in other lead-based residues, fulfilling chapter note for industry extraction uses. Distinguished from steel slag.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Document process flow proving non-iron/steel origin to stay in 2620
• Report zinc as pure metal assay; avoid alloy deductions per statistical guidance
• Bundle with safety data sheets for arsenic handling during customs inspection