Sulfuric Acid Pickling Waste from Copper Processing from Germany
Spent sulfuric acid from copper strip cleaning operations, saturated with copper sulfate crystals. Falls under HTS 3825.50.00.00 as metal-pickling liquor waste per chapter note. Valuable for copper recovery.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Quantify copper content for potential RCRA listed waste (K062)
• Use acid-resistant bulk tankers for transport
• Document recycling value to qualify for certain exemptions