Arsenic-Bearing Copper Smelter Slag from Germany
Residue from copper smelting processes containing significant arsenic content, primarily used in the extraction of arsenic through specialized hydrometallurgical methods. This slag falls under HTS 2620.60.10.00 as it is exclusively employed for arsenic recovery and not for metal extraction or other chemical manufacturing. It meets chapter note requirements for arsenic-containing residues used only for arsenic compound production.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain arsenic content assay certificates from accredited labs showing concentration levels; verify end-use declaration for arsenic extraction only to avoid reclassification; ensure hazardous material shipping declarations comply with DOT and IMDG regulations