Pyrometallurgical Lead Bullion Blocks

Large blocks of lead bullion from pyrometallurgical smelting of galena ore, with purity exceeding 99%, supplied in unwrought form. Falls under HTS 7801.99.30.00 as other lead bullion, not refined or alloyed. Primarily traded for downstream processing in cable sheathing and radiation shielding.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.5%+35.0%37.5%
🇲🇽Mexico2.5%+10.0%12.5%
🇨🇦Canada2.5%+10.0%12.5%
🇩🇪Germany2.5%+10.0%12.5%
🇯🇵Japan2.5%+10.0%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

7801.10.00.00Lower: 12.5% vs 37.5%

If containing 2% or more silver by weight

Silver-bearing lead bullion has a distinct refined subheading.

2617.10.00.00Lower: Free vs 37.5%

If unrefined lead ores or concentrates

Ore forms precede bullion smelting and are classified under Chapter 26.

7204.49.00Lower: 35% vs 37.5%

If ferro-lead alloy for steelmaking

Ferrous alloys shift to iron/steel chapter per material predominance.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Submit blast furnace output certificates to prove primary bullion status

Monitor for silica or other slag inclusions that could reclassify as matte

Use proper UN hazmat packaging for molten-cast bullion shipments