Cable Lead Sheath Scrap

Stripped lead sheathing from decommissioned power and communication cables, often contaminated with insulation residues. HTS 7802.00.00 covers this as lead waste and scrap from telecommunications infrastructure. Intact cables classify under 8544.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChinaFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexicoFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanadaFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermanyFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapanFree+10.0%10%

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Alternative Classifications

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8544.70.00.00Higher: 35% vs 10%

If complete cables with lead sheathing

Optical fiber cables with lead components are classified as complete articles.

3915.90.00Higher: 35% vs 10%

If heavily contaminated with PVC insulation

Plastic waste predominates classification when lead content is secondary.

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Provide cable origin documentation to confirm non-submarine cable status (higher scrutiny)

โ€ข Cleanliness certificates prevent reclassification as mixed plastic-metal waste

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