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Cement Copper Nuggets from Japan

Nugget-form unrefined copper recovered by cementation from acidic mine drainage waters. Classifies under HTS 7402.00.00.00 as unrefined copper requiring smelting and electrolytic refining. Typical purity 60-80% copper with iron/silica impurities.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

0%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))

Import Tips

Include production process certification (cementation from leach solutions) to validate unrefined status

Provide particle size distribution; powder forms risk reclassification as copper powders under 7406

Test for hazardous impurities (arsenic, lead); may require additional EPA declarations

Cement Copper Nuggets from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 7402.00.00.00