Secondary Lead Smelting Ash Zinc Bearing from China
Ash generated from secondary lead smelters incorporating zinc-rich scrap, primarily lead-based with zinc content and arsenic traces for chemical compound production. Falls under HTS 2620.29.0030 as 'other' residues containing mainly lead and zinc, per chapter note (b) for arsenic/metal uses. Intended for industrial metal recovery.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Submit certified chemical analysis showing lead as main component and zinc assay for statistical reporting
• Avoid common pitfall of mislabeling as hazardous waste; provide proof of extraction/reuse intent
• Check for EPA-equivalent certifications if arsenic levels trigger environmental import restrictions