HS Code for Mercury residues
Mercury residues are classified under HS code 2620.60. This classification is situated within Chapter 26, which covers ores, slag, and ash. Heading 2620 is dedicated to slag, ash, and residues (other than those from the manufacture of iron or steel) that contain metals, arsenic, or their compounds. Subheading 2620.60 specifically addresses residues containing arsenic, mercury, thallium, or their mixtures. These materials are typically industrial by-products intended for the extraction of these specific metals or for the manufacture of their chemical compounds. The classification requires that the substance be a residue from an industrial process, such as smelting or refining, rather than a finished chemical product. It is important to distinguish these from hazardous waste intended for disposal, as 2620.60 implies a potential for metal recovery. The presence of mercury must be significant enough to characterize the residue under this specific subheading according to the GRI.
Products Included
- Sludge containing mercury from industrial gas cleaning
- Filter cakes containing mercury from metal smelting
- Residues from the extraction of mercury from cinnabar
- Ash containing mercury and arsenic mixtures
- Industrial residues used for mercury compound manufacturing
Common Misclassification
Mercury residues are sometimes confused with 2805.40, which is the code for pure elemental mercury. However, 2620.60 is for waste-like residues, not the refined metal. They may also be misclassified under 3825.41 if they are considered organic solvent wastes containing mercury, or 3825.61 if they are other chemical wastes. If the residue is primarily for the recovery of precious metals like gold or silver, it should be classified under 7112.
FAQ
What is the HS code for Mercury residues?
The HS code for slag, ash, and residues containing mercury, arsenic, or thallium used for metal extraction is 2620.60.
Are mercury-containing batteries classified here?
No, spent mercury batteries are classified under HS code 8548.10 as waste and scrap of primary cells, not as industrial residues under 2620.60.
Industry
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HS code for Mercury residues?
The HS code for Mercury residues is 262060 (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).
How do I classify Mercury residues for customs?
Mercury residues is classified under HS code 262060 — 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. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is the HS code for Mercury residues the same in all countries?
The base HS code 262060 for Mercury residues is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.