Gallium Waste from LED Production from Japan
Gallium scrap and trimmings from gallium arsenide wafer fabrication for LEDs and solar cells. Classified as waste and scrap under HTS 8112.92.07.00 for this critical semiconductor metal.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit XRF analysis for gallium content verification during customs exam
• Segregate from arsenic compounds to avoid hazardous waste designation
• Monitor CISA critical minerals reporting for national security compliance