HS 2621 — Slag and ash n.e.c. in chapter 26; including seaweed ash (kelp) and ash and residues from the incineration of municipal waste
Harmonized System heading · Chapter 26 Ores, slag and ash
HS Code
4-digit heading
Chapter 26
Chapter 26 Ores, slag and ash
Typical duty
By subheading & market
What HS 2621 covers
Metal ores, slag, ash and residues from metal smelting.
Classification notes
Metal content and whether ore or slag determines the subheading.
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Frequently asked questions about HS 2621
What is HS 2621?
Slag and ash n.e.c. in chapter 26; including seaweed ash (kelp) and ash and residues from the incineration of municipal waste is a 4-digit Harmonized System (HS) heading under Chapter 26 (Ores, slag and ash). It groups goods before national 6-digit subheadings.
Which products are classified under HS 2621?
Slag and ash n.e.c. in chapter 26; including seaweed ash (kelp) and ash and residues from the incineration of municipal waste covers the products described by this heading. To classify a specific good, determine the precise 6-digit HS subheading, since rates and rules apply at the subheading level.
How do I find the import duty for HS 2621 goods?
Identify the 6-digit subheading for your product, then check the MFN rate and any preferential rate for your destination market (e.g. China, the United States, the EU). 169e’s country tariff pages list rates per HS chapter.
What should I watch for when classifying HS 2621 products?
Metal content and whether ore or slag determines the subheading.