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Solder Lead Scrap from Mexico

Discarded lead-tin solder wire and bars from electronics manufacturing and repair operations. Classified as lead waste and scrap under HTS 7802.00.00 when collected as production waste. Distinguish from new solder alloys under 7806 if unworn.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Submit spectrographic analysis showing lead as principal element per statistical note

• Declare RoHS compliance status; restricted substances may require additional EPA filings

• Avoid misdeclaring as clean alloys, which incurs higher duties under lead alloy headings