Lead; unwrought
In plain English
This heading covers lead in its raw, unwrought form. The items are divided based on their refinement status and chemical composition. Refined lead is categorized separately from unrefined lead. Unrefined lead is further split into two groups: one where antimony is the main other element by weight, and another where it is not.
6-digit subheadings (3)
Official HS 2022 subheading texts. National tariff schedules subdivide these further (8-10 digit lines) and set the actual duty rates.
Chapter 78 classification notes
Frequent misclassification in this chapter
Lead-acid batteries (Chapter 85) vs. raw lead (78).
Classification certainty
The 6-digit level shown here is the internationally harmonised layer. Duty rates attach to national 8-10 digit tariff lines, which differ by country — use the duty calculator for lane estimates. For binding certainty, request a ruling from the destination customs authority.
Binding tariff ruling database