2620.29.00.40 - Silver content 🖩
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | Ag g |
| General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General) | Free |
| Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special) | N/A |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | 8.8¢/kg on copper content + 3.3¢/kg on lead content + 3.7¢/kg on zinc content |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This HTS category, 2620.29.00.40, specifically covers slag, ash, and residues that contain silver, originating from processes other than the manufacture of iron or steel. These materials are characterized by the presence of silver as a significant component, distinguishing them from other metals that might be present in similar residues. The broader classification for these materials, 2620.29, encompasses those containing "other" metals when lead is not the primary metal content.
To distinguish this subcategory, consider its siblings. While 2620.29.00.10, 2620.29.00.20, 2620.29.00.30, and 2620.29.00.50 are designated for residues with copper, lead, zinc, and gold content respectively, this code, 2620.29.00.40, is exclusively for those where silver is the predominant or significantly present metallic constituent. The classification hinges on the primary metallic composition of the slag, ash, or residue after excluding categories defined by lead content.
As this is a leaf node in the HTS classification, there are no further subdivisions. Therefore, the focus for classification under 2620.29.00.40 rests on accurately identifying the slag, ash, or residue as containing silver and ensuring it does not fall under sibling categories defined by copper, lead, zinc, or gold as the primary metallic component. Practical classification will often involve assaying the material to determine its elemental composition and principal metal content.