Lead Cable Sheathing Scrap

Stripped lead sheathing from decommissioned telecommunications or power cables, typically 95-98% lead. Imported as waste/scrap under HTS 7802.00.00.60, excluding insulated wire forms.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+10.0%10%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

7404.00.30Higher: 25% vs 10%

If copper sheath predominates

Copper content over 50% shifts to Chapter 74 copper waste.

3915.90Same rate: 10%

If contaminated with >10% plastic insulation

Significant plastic content classifies as polymer waste under Chapter 39.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide photos/evidence of sheathing separation from copper conductors

Test for PVC insulation remnants to avoid plastic waste classification

Declare radiological safety if from nuclear facility cables