Galena Ore Processing Slag with Silver Content from Japan
Slag byproduct from galena (lead sulfide) ore roasting, containing arsenic traces and recoverable silver, used in metal recovery circuits. Classified in 2620.29.0040 for its lead dominance and silver reporting requirements.
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
• Document ore processing chain to affirm non-steel manufacture per chapter exclusions
• Use independent labs for silver content verification; avoid deductions in reporting
• Check for coarse particle definitions if blended with iron ores, risking 2601 misclassification