High-Nickel Alloy Foundry Dust from Japan
Dust collected from foundries melting nickel alloys (>10% Ni by weight), suitable for nickel reclamation. Not from iron/steel making, thus under HTS 2620.99.30.00 for other metal-containing residues.
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 metal assay in import docs; reference statistical notes on quantity reporting
• Ensure not declared as finished alloy scrap (Chapter 72) to avoid duty shifts
• Partner with certified labs for pre-shipment testing to meet CBP residue classification