HS Code Subheading

Slag, ash and residues; (not from the manufacture of iron or steel), containing mainly metals or their compounds, n.e.c. in heading no. 2620

2620.99 Subheading
Section V — Mineral products

About HS Code 262099

This is a catch-all HS code for slag, ash, and residues (not from iron or steel manufacture) containing mainly metals or their compounds, not elsewhere specified in heading 2620. It covers a wide array of diverse industrial by-products that serve as secondary raw materials for metal recovery, contributing significantly to the circular economy. This category includes residues from various non-ferrous metal processing, electronics recycling, and other industrial activities. Importers are diverse recyclers, metal extractors, and specialized waste processors seeking valuable metal content. Exporters are various industries generating these residues. Key considerations in this trade involve the heterogeneity of the materials, the need for comprehensive analysis to determine metal content and impurities, and compliance with environmental regulations for transboundary movement of these often complex mixtures.

Products Under This Code

Zinc dross, lead slag, nickel ash, tin residues, precious metal-bearing ash, mixed non-ferrous metal dust, spent electronic components residues

Real World Examples

Recyclex zinc dross, Johnson Matthey precious metal residues, various industrial dusts and sludges, e-waste processing residues

Common Misclassification

This 'other' category is often confused with more specific codes like 262030 (copper) or 262040 (aluminium) if the primary metal is misidentified, or 7112 (precious metal waste) if the precious metal content is very high.

Products Classified Under 2620.99

Metal residuesIndustrial metal waste

Related Codes

2620.11 Slag, ash and residues; (not from the manufacture of iron or steel), containing mainly zinc, hard zinc spelter 2620.19 Slag, ash and residues; (not from the manufacture of iron or steel), containing mainly zinc, other than hard zinc spelter 2620.21 Slag, ash and residues; (not from the manufacture of iron or steel), containing mainly lead; leaded gasoline sludges and leaded anti-knock compound sludges 2620.29 Slag, ash and residues; (not from the manufacture of iron or steel), containing mainly lead; excluding leaded gasoline sludges and leaded anti-knock compound sludges 2620.30 Slag, ash and residues; (not from the manufacture of iron or steel), containing mainly copper 2620.40 Slag, ash and residues; (not from the manufacture of iron or steel), containing mainly aluminium 2620.60 Slag, ash and residues; (not from the manufacture of iron or steel), containing arsenic, mercury, thallium or their mixtures, of a kind used for the extraction of arsenic or those metals or for the manufacture of their chemical compounds 2620.91 Slag, ash and residues; (not from the manufacture of iron or steel), containing antimony, beryllium, cadmium, chromium or their mixtures

Industry

This code belongs to the Minerals & Fuels industry.

Trade Overview

Global trade, with major players in recycling like China, Germany, and Belgium importing from industrial nations worldwide.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 262099?

HS code 262099 covers: Slag, ash and residues; (not from the manufacture of iron or steel), containing mainly metals or their compounds, n.e.c. in heading no. 2620. This is a catch-all HS code for slag, ash, and residues (not from iron or steel manufacture) containing mainly metals or their compounds, not elsewhere specified in heading 2620. It covers a wide array of diverse industrial by-products that serve as secondary raw materials for metal recovery, contributing significantly to the circular economy. This category includes residues from various non-ferrous metal processing, electronics recycling, and other industrial activities. Importers are diverse recyclers, metal extractors, and specialized waste processors seeking valuable metal content. Exporters are various industries generating these residues. Key considerations in this trade involve the heterogeneity of the materials, the need for comprehensive analysis to determine metal content and impurities, and compliance with environmental regulations for transboundary movement of these often complex mixtures.

What products fall under HS code 262099?

Zinc dross, lead slag, nickel ash, tin residues, precious metal-bearing ash, mixed non-ferrous metal dust, spent electronic components residues

What are common misclassifications for HS code 262099?

This 'other' category is often confused with more specific codes like 262030 (copper) or 262040 (aluminium) if the primary metal is misidentified, or 7112 (precious metal waste) if the precious metal content is very high.

How is HS code 262099 structured?

HS code 262099 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (26) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (20) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (99) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.