HTS US: 2620.XX.XXXX
Description
This heading encompasses slag, ash, and residues that are not derived from the manufacture of iron or steel but contain arsenic, various metals, or their chemical compounds. These materials are typically by-products or residues from industrial processes, often used in metal recovery or chemical manufacturing.
The materials covered under this heading vary widely in composition and main metal content, including zinc, copper, lead, silver, gold, aluminum, arsenic, mercury, thallium, antimony, beryllium, cadmium, chromium, vanadium, tungsten, nickel, and titanium.
Code Hierarchy
- Section XV: Base Metals and Articles of Base Metal (Chapters 72-83)
- Chapter 26: Ores, Slag and Ash
- Heading 2620: Slag, ash and residues (other than from the manufacture of iron or steel), containing arsenic, metals or their compounds
- US HTS Code (10-digit):
2620.XX.XXXX– The full ten digits specify the exact type and metal content.
Detailed Breakdown of Subheadings
The 4-digit HTS heading 2620 is divided into detailed subheadings based on the type of slag or residue and the predominant metal or element content. Below is a comprehensive table showing the 10-digit codes and descriptions:
| HS/HTS Code | Description |
|---|---|
| 2620.11.00.00 | Hard zinc spelter |
| 2620.19 | Other: |
| 2620.19.30.00 | Zinc dross and zinc skimmings |
| 2620.19.60 | Other |
| 2620.19.60.10 | Copper content |
| 2620.19.60.20 | Lead content |
| 2620.19.60.30 | Zinc content |
| 2620.19.60.40 | Silver content |
| 2620.19.60.50 | Gold content |
| 2620.21.00 | Leaded gasoline sludges and leaded anti-knock compound sludges |
| 2620.21.00.10 | Copper content |
| 2620.21.00.20 | Lead content |
| 2620.21.00.30 | Zinc content |
| 2620.21.00.40 | Silver content |
| 2620.21.00.50 | Gold content |
| 2620.29.00 | Other |
| 2620.29.00.10 | Copper content |
| 2620.29.00.20 | Lead content |
| 2620.29.00.30 | Zinc content |
| 2620.29.00.40 | Silver content |
| 2620.29.00.50 | Gold content |
| 2620.30.00 | Containing mainly copper |
| 2620.30.00.10 | Copper content |
| 2620.30.00.20 | Lead content |
| 2620.30.00.30 | Zinc content |
| 2620.30.00.40 | Silver content |
| 2620.30.00.50 | Gold content |
| 2620.40.00 | Containing mainly aluminum |
| 2620.40.00.30 | Vanadium bearing materials |
| 2620.40.00.60 | Other |
| 2620.60 | Containing arsenic, mercury, thallium or their mixtures, used for extraction or manufacture of chemical compounds |
| 2620.60.10.00 | Used only for extraction of arsenic or manufacture of its compounds |
| 2620.60.90.00 | Other |
| 2620.91.00.00 | Containing antimony, beryllium, cadmium, chromium or their mixtures |
| 2620.99 | Other: |
| 2620.99.10.00 | Containing mainly vanadium |
| 2620.99.20.00 | Containing mainly tungsten |
| 2620.99.30.00 | Materials with over 10% nickel by weight |
| 2620.99.50.00 | Slag with over 40% titanium by weight, not treated for copper, lead, or zinc recovery if above 2% |
| 2620.99.75 | Other materials, residues not advanced in value, not treated for metal recovery if above 2% copper, lead or zinc |
| 2620.99.75.20 | Vanadium bearing materials |
| 2620.99.75.60 | Other materials containing silver |
| 2620.99.75.80 | Other materials containing gold |
| 2620.99.75.90 | Other materials without vanadium, silver or gold |
| 2620.99.85.00 | Other |
What is NOT Classified Here?
To ensure proper classification, the following are excluded from heading 2620:
- Slag and residues from the manufacture of iron or steel, which are classified under other headings in Chapter 26.
- Residues that have undergone significant processing or upgrading to enhance value or condition beyond mere recovery processes.
- Other industrial wastes not containing arsenic, metals, or their compounds.
Notes
- Metal Content Specificity: Many subheadings specify the dominant metal in the residue or slag, which is crucial for tariff and regulatory purposes.
- Use in Metal Extraction: Certain codes refer to materials specifically used for the extraction of arsenic or other metals or for manufacturing their chemical compounds.
- Environmental and Safety Regulations: Materials containing toxic elements such as arsenic, mercury, and thallium may be subject to import/export restrictions and require appropriate documentation and handling.
- Duty Rates: Tariffs vary based on the exact classification and metal content; consult the current USHTS for rates.
Declaration Example
Product: A shipment of zinc dross and zinc skimmings with silver content.US HTS Code:
2620.19.60.40(Other slag/residues with silver content)Unit of Quantity: Metric Ton
General Duty Rate: Check current USHTS (varies by metal content)
Additional Requirements: Compliance with environmental regulations and potential hazardous material handling.
Related HTS Codes
- HTS 2601-2607: Various ores and concentrates of metals.
- HTS 2621: Slag and ash from the manufacture of iron or steel.
- HTS 2619: Slag and ash from the manufacture of copper and other nonferrous metals.
