Converter Slag from Copper Pyrometallurgy with Gold

Slag from Peirce-Smith converters in copper production, mainly copper sulfides and oxides with gold traces for recovery. Under 2620.30.00.50 as copper-predominant with gold content, for metal/compound manufacture. Not from iron/steel per hierarchy.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+25.0%25%
🇲🇽MexicoFreeFree
🇨🇦CanadaFreeFree
🇩🇪GermanyFreeFree
🇯🇵JapanFreeFree

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

7402.00.00Same rate: 25%

If in form of copper matte

Matte is semi-processed copper product in 7402, beyond slag residue.

7104.10.00.00Lower: 20.5% vs 25%

If silver content predominant with gold

Precious metal synthetic filings/waste in Chapter 71 if not industrial slag.

7208.52.00.00Higher: 35% vs 25%

If ferrous converter slag

Iron/steel exclusion routes to Chapter 72 slag headings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Ensure slag cooling certificates to confirm non-hazardous state for shipping

Differentiate from ore fines via processing history docs

Monitor for alternative claims if gold assay exceeds typical thresholds

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