Secondary Lead Smelting Dross from Japan
Dross skimmed from secondary lead smelting furnaces, rich in lead oxides and arsenic impurities for reprocessing. Classified in HTS 2620.29.00 as other lead-containing residues used industrially.
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
• Certify secondary smelter origin to distinguish from primary ore processing
• Use proper UN packaging for hazardous residues during ocean freight
• Monitor particle size if applicable, though not 'coarse' ore per notes