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Refined Lead for Type Metal Alloying

Refined lead base for traditional printing type metal (lead-antimony-tin). Unwrought under 7801.10.00.00.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.5%+12.5%15%
🇲🇽Mexico2.5%+10.0%12.5%
🇨🇦Canada2.5%+10.0%12.5%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

7801.91.00.00Higher: 40% vs 15%

If after mixing into type metal alloy pigs

Complete type metal alloys classified as unwrought alloys.

8443.11.10.00Higher: 40.8% vs 15%

If parts of printing machinery

Type metal as machinery offset printing parts.

7806.00.03.00Higher: 38.7% vs 15%

If cast into printer's furniture

Specific printing accessories of lead.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Niche market—provide historical press end-use letters

• Consistent purity prevents alloy inconsistencies

• Declare as non-hazardous if properly packaged