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Cadmium-Rich Zinc Refinery Residue

Slag-like residue from zinc refining operations laden with cadmium, employed for cadmium recovery. HTS 2620.91.00.00 applies as it contains cadmium for industrial metal extraction, aligning with heading 2620 scope excluding steel slags.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

2620.19.30Same rate: 35%

If roasted but not primarily antimony group

Roasting state or different metal focus may place under 'containing arsenic' subheading.

2833.29.10Lower: 26.4% vs 35%

If converted to cadmium compounds

If manufactured into chemicals rather than raw residue, shifts to Chapter 28 inorganics.

7204.49.00Same rate: 35%

If ferrous ferroalloys with cadmium

Iron/steel-related residues excluded from 2620 per note, go to Chapter 72.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Report cadmium assay quantity precisely as per statistical notes for customs valuation

Include processing facility certifications to confirm non-municipal origin

Monitor cadmium toxicity thresholds for hazardous waste import permits

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Industrial slag from lead smelters blending antimony and cadmium, destined for joint metal recovery. Fits HTS 2620.91.00.00 as containing mixtures of listed metals for extraction, per heading 2620 industrial criteria.

Beryllium-Chromium Alloy Furnace Residue

Ash and residues from specialty alloy furnaces with beryllium and chromium, used in metal recycling. Under 2620.91.00.00 for containing these metals' mixtures in industrial applications, excluding incineration wastes.

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