Arsenic-Lead Smelting Residues with Silver Impurities from Japan
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.
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
• 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