Aluminum Anodizing Process Residues from Japan
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 — 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
• 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