Secondary Lead Bullion Ingots from Japan
Secondary lead bullion ingots are produced from recycled lead materials, cast into large blocks with purity typically above 99%, used as feedstock for further refining. Classified under HTS 7801.99.30.00 as unwrought lead bullion, it excludes alloys and refined products. This semi-processed form supports battery manufacturing and other lead-dependent industries.
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
• Provide recycling chain-of-custody documents to distinguish secondary bullion from scrap and meet EPA import requirements
• Test for hazardous contaminants; levels above thresholds may trigger additional hazmat declarations
• Label shipments clearly as 'lead bullion' to prevent customs hold for reclassification as waste