Lead Foil for Cable Shielding

Ultra-thin lead foil applied in electrical cables for electromagnetic interference shielding. Classified under HTS 7804.19.00.00 as lead foil not clad or backed, within 'other' plates, sheets, strip, and foil. Excludes alloy compositions per chapter notes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China3%+35.0%38%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico3%+10.0%13%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada3%+10.0%13%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany3%+10.0%13%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan3%+10.0%13%

Alternative Classifications

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

7804.20.00.00Lower: 35% vs 38%

If clad, backed, or laminated

Lead foil backed with other materials like paper or plastic shifts to the clad subheading.

7419Lower: 10% vs 38%

If containing copper alloys

Lead foil with significant copper content may classify under Chapter 74 as copper-clad products.

3920.99Lower: 15.8% vs 38%

If heavily backed with plastics for retail

Plastic-laminated lead sheets for consumer use may fall under Chapter 39 plates of plastics.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Include detailed specifications confirming it's pure lead foil over 99% lead to prevent alloy reclassification

β€’ Ensure RoHS compliance declarations if destined for electronics; declare as hazardous for transport