Lead Smelter Slag Residue
Residue from lead smelting processes containing mainly lead and arsenic compounds, used in industry for metal extraction. Classified under HTS 2620.29.00 as slag containing mainly lead, other than from iron or steel manufacture. Excludes municipal waste incineration residues.
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Alternative Classifications
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If derived from municipal waste incineration
Residues from municipal waste fall under heading 2621, explicitly excluded from 2620.
If containing mainly zinc rather than lead
Slag with primarily zinc content shifts to heading 2617 for zinc residues.
If from iron or steel manufacturing
Ferrous slag is classified under Chapter 72, excluded from heading 2620.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain assay certificates verifying lead as primary metal content without deductions per statistical notes
• Provide proof of industrial use for metal recovery to avoid reclassification under waste headings
• Ensure hazardous material declarations for arsenic content to comply with environmental regulations
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