Tantalum Etching Residue

Particulate tantalum residue recovered from chemical etching baths in circuit board fabrication. This wet scrap dries to powder form, classified as HTS 8103.30.00.00 waste.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFreeFree
🇲🇽MexicoFreeFree
🇨🇦CanadaFreeFree
🇩🇪GermanyFreeFree
🇯🇵JapanFreeFree

Alternative Classifications

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

2815.12.00.00Higher: 35% vs Free

If primarily acid-soluble salts

Sodium or potassium tantalates classified as metal oxides/ hydroxides.

8542.31.00Higher: 50% vs Free

If on circuit board substrates

Electronic integrated circuits with tantalum layers treated as finished electronics.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Neutralize acid residues and provide pH test results for hazmat compliance

Dry and sieve residue before shipping to standardize as metal scrap