Arsenic-Lead Smelting Residues with Silver Impurities

Industrial residues from non-ferrous smelting operations featuring high lead and arsenic with embedded silver, destined for chemical compound production. HTS 2620.29.0040 applies per chapter note (b) for arsenic/metal-bearing slags used in extraction.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2811.29.20Lower: 25% vs 35%

If chemically processed into compounds

If further refined into specific metal chemical compounds, reclassifies under Chapter 28 inorganics.

2620.99.50Lower: 25% vs 35%

If not mainly lead

Subheading 2620.29 requires mainly lead; other metals go to 2620.99.

7112Lower: 10% vs 35%

If high precious metal grade

If silver content predominates for direct recovery, may classify as waste/precious metal residues in Chapter 71.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include smelter origin certificates distinguishing from iron/steel processes

Conduct pre-shipment assays for silver and arsenic; common error is particle size confusion with iron ore notes

Prepare HAZMAT declarations for arsenic; ensure buyer has extraction facilities