Battery Recycling Lead Ash from Japan
Ash generated from lead-acid battery recycling operations, primarily containing lead compounds and arsenic traces for further metal recovery. Falls under HTS 2620.29.00 as 'other' residues containing mainly lead, suitable for industrial extraction.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include recycling process documentation confirming non-municipal waste origin
• Report metal content via assay without deductions as per statistical requirements
• Comply with EPA hazardous waste manifests due to lead and arsenic concentrations