HS Code 7802
Lead Waste and Scrap
HS code 7802 covers lead waste and scrap, comprising metallic lead recovery material from industrial processes or end-of-life products like pipes and sheeting.
4-digit Section XVFCL Hazmat 8
HS Code 7802 — Lead Waste and Scrap
This code applies to lead metal waste and scrap materials resulting from manufacturing or from the recovery of lead from worn-out products. It is the primary feedstock for secondary lead smelting operations.
What's included
- Spent lead components
- Lead metal trimmings
- Worn-out lead pipes
- Lead shavings and filings
What's excluded
- Used lead-acid batteries → use
8548(Spent batteries are classified as electrical waste.)
Common examples
- Stripped lead cable sheathing scrap
- Old lead roof flashing waste
- Lead wheel weight scrap
- Mixed lead shavings from machining
Frequently asked questions
Does this cover old car batteries?
No, whole batteries are classified in Chapter 85. This code is for the metal scrap only.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 2.5%
- Documentation: Transboundary movement of lead waste is strictly regulated under the Basel Convention and requires environmental permits.
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: United States, United Kingdom, France, Netherlands
- Top importers: India, South Korea, Spain, Germany
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Key takeaway
Strictly regulated due to environmental toxicity; ensure Basel Convention compliance for international moves.
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