Cadmium-Contaminated PCB Assemblies from Mexico
Printed circuit boards from industrial electronics with cadmium-plated connectors and components. HTS 8549.31.00.00 applies due to 'electrical or electronic components containing cadmium' in hazardous e-waste assemblies. These boards are obsolete and suitable only for metal recovery.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Conduct XRF testing to confirm cadmium levels above 100 ppm; use ROSS manifest for import; label packages with UN 3077 hazardous solid