Lead Smelter Arsenical Dross from China
Dross residue from lead smelting containing arsenic compounds, recovered specifically for arsenic extraction via leaching processes. This material qualifies for HTS 2620.60.10.00 as it serves no other industrial purpose beyond arsenic chemical production. Complies with heading 2620 limitations excluding iron/steel manufacture residues.
Duty Rate — China → United States
42.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Submit binding ruling requests for complex multi-metal residues; ensure packaging prevents arsenic volatilization during transit; coordinate with CBP for advance hazardous cargo manifests