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Hard Metal Alloy Slag from Japan

Slag from melting hard metal alloys where tungsten is the dominant component, used in tooling industries. HTS 2620.99.20.00 applies as other slag/residues containing mainly tungsten for metal extraction. Excludes municipal or iron/steel ash.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Include particle size and composition assays to confirm 'mainly tungsten' status

• Verify non-municipal origin with production process certificates