Aluminum Anodizing Process Residues from Germany
Residues from aluminum anodizing baths, mainly aluminum compounds with arsenic contaminants from wastewater treatment. Classified in HTS 2620.40.0060 as other containing mainly aluminum slag/ash/residues with metals/arsenic for recovery applications.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Provide process flow documentation proving non-municipal, industrial residue status
• Test for hazardous levels; declare under proper waste codes alongside HTS
• Avoid reclassification by specifying extraction intent, not disposal