Nickel Spent Catalyst Sinters from Japan
Sintered agglomerates recovered from spent nickel catalysts, containing recoverable nickel oxide for recycling in metallurgy. Pre-treatment step before leaching or smelting. Classified as intermediate products under HTS 7501.20.00.00.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Obtain Basel Convention certification for hazardous waste recycling imports
• Document carrier recovery rates to prove economic viability
• Separate from pure scrap metal classifications