Spent Activated Carbon from Gold Leaching

Regenerable spent activated carbon from cyanide gold leaching circuits, containing adsorbed gold complexes. HTS 3802.10.0050 as spent animal black includes similar exhausted carbons. Returned for thermal reactivation.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.8%+35.0%39.8%
🇲🇽Mexico4.8%+10.0%14.8%
🇨🇦Canada4.8%+10.0%14.8%
🇩🇪Germany4.8%+10.0%14.8%
🇯🇵Japan4.8%+10.0%14.8%

Alternative Classifications

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

3825.30.00.00Lower: 17.5% vs 39.8%

If classified as mining waste

Residual wastes from metal processing.

2616.90.00Lower: 35% vs 39.8%

If high precious metal content

Precious metal ores/concentrates.

3802.10.00Same rate: 39.8%

If repowdered during processing

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Import Tips & Compliance

Declare as 'spent' with gold loading analysis for drawback eligibility

Hazardous waste manifest if cyanide residues exceed limits

RCRA compliance for temporary importation

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