Lead Cable Sheathing Scrap from Canada
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.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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