HS Code 7801
Unwrought Lead (Ingots and Blocks)
HS code 7801 covers unwrought lead in primary forms such as ingots or blocks, including refined lead and lead alloys used for further industrial manufacturing.
HS Code 7801 — Unwrought Lead (Ingots and Blocks)
This code covers raw, unworked lead in forms such as ingots, blocks, or pigs. This includes refined lead, lead bullion, and lead alloys where lead is the predominant metal, often used as raw material for batteries and radiation shielding.
What's included
- Refined lead ingots
- Antimonial lead blocks
- Lead-antimony-tin alloys
- Unwrought lead pigs
What's excluded
- Lead waste and scrap → use
7802(Scrap is classified separately based on its nature as waste.)
Common examples
- 99.97% pure lead ingot
- Hard lead (lead-antimony alloy) block
- Unwrought lead bullion
- Remelted lead ingots
Frequently asked questions
What is refined lead under this code?
Refined lead is lead containing at least 99.9% by weight of lead, used for high-precision industrial applications.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 3%
- Documentation: Certificates of analysis (CoA) detailing lead purity are essential for correct tariff application.
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: Australia, South Korea, India, Canada
- Top importers: United States, Vietnam, China, Germany
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Key takeaway
Covers lead in its primary cast form; weight distribution is the primary concern for shipping.
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