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Arsenic-Bearing Copper Smelter Residue

Residue from copper smelting processes containing arsenic and minor metal compounds, used for metal extraction or chemical manufacturing. Classified under HTS 2620.99.75.90 as slag/ash/residues (non-iron/steel) with arsenic/metals, not advanced in value, excluding vanadium/silver/gold. Meets chapter note for industrial use in extraction.

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.

2621Lower: 10% vs 35%

If derived from municipal waste incineration

Chapter note excludes such ash/residues from 2620, directing to 2621 for waste incineration products.

2613.10.00.00Lower: 11.8% vs 35%

If roasted residues specifically from zinc/lead production

Specific heading 2613 covers roasted zinc/lead residues, taking precedence over general 2620.

7204Lower: 10% vs 35%

If ferrous slag from iron/steel manufacture

Ferrous metallurgical slags fall under Chapter 72, excluded from 2620 scope.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide detailed assay certificates showing metal/arsenic content and absence of vanadium/silver/gold to avoid reclassification

Declare as unadvanced residues; any chemical treatment may shift to 2620.19 or 2621

Comply with EPA/TSCA import notices for arsenic-bearing materials to prevent customs holds