Gold-Containing Electronic Scrap Ash from Japan
Ash residues from incineration of electronic circuit boards containing gold from contacts and traces, with arsenic compounds. Classified in HTS 2620.99.7580 for unadvanced industrial residues used in metal recovery, per chapter notes excluding municipal waste.
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
• Document incineration source as non-municipal e-waste to distinguish from heading 2621 ash
• Ensure residues are not treated for recovery if copper/lead/zinc >2%, maintaining 2620.99.7580 eligibility
• Include safety data sheets for arsenic content to meet import hazard regulations