HS Code for Antimonial lead

Antimonial lead is classified under HS code 7801.91. This classification applies to unwrought lead that is unrefined and contains antimony as the principal alloying element by weight. Antimonial lead, often referred to as \"hard lead,\" is widely used in the production of lead-acid battery grids, cable sheathing, and various casting applications where increased mechanical strength and corrosion resistance are required compared to pure lead. The Harmonized System classifies unwrought lead based on its purity and the specific alloying elements present. Since antimony is the primary secondary element in this alloy, it falls specifically under 7801.91 rather than the general \"other\" category for lead alloys. The lead must be in an unwrought form, such as ingots, blocks, or pigs, to qualify for this heading. If the lead has been further worked into sheets or pipes, it moves to other headings in Chapter 78.

Products Included

• Lead-antimony alloy ingots
• Unwrought antimonial lead blocks
• Hard lead pigs
• Unrefined lead containing antimony as the main alloy
• Battery grid metal (unwrought)

Common Misclassification

Antimonial lead is often misclassified under 7801.10, which is reserved for refined lead (99.9% purity or higher). It is also confused with 7801.99, which is a residual category for other unwrought lead alloys where antimony is not the primary alloying element. Another error is using 8110.10, which is for unwrought antimony; however, if the material is predominantly lead by weight, it must stay in Chapter 78.

FAQ

What is the HS code for antimonial lead?

The HS code for unwrought antimonial lead is 7801.91.

Is lead scrap containing antimony classified here?

No, lead waste and scrap are classified under HS code 7802.00, regardless of the antimony content.