Secondary Lead Refinery Arsenic-Lead-Gold Ash from Japan
Ash generated in secondary lead refineries, primarily lead-based with arsenic and gold compounds, intended for gold and metal recovery. Falls under HTS 2620.29.0050 for residues containing mainly lead and gold content per chapter notes on industrial use.
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
• Provide detailed assay reports specifying gold content; comply with EPA/REACH for arsenic handling
• Label as industrial residue, not waste, to avoid 2621
• Check partner country duties for precious metal recovery