Radiation Shielding Lead Scrap from Germany
Used lead bricks and sheets from medical and industrial X-ray rooms, hospitals, and nuclear facilities. As lead waste and scrap, it enters under HTS 7802.00.00 for recycling. New shielding products are under 7806.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Mandatory radiation survey reports from certified labs required for customs clearance
• Segregate from general scrap to avoid contamination penalties