U.S. imports of Arsenic (Elemental) (HS 280480) totaled $66K in August 2026, imported from 3 countries.
Importers of Arsenic (Elemental) paid $4K in duties in August 2026, an average duty rate of 6.19% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule. Arsenic (Elemental) imports of $66K in August 2026 ran 48% below the year-to-date monthly average of $126K.
Last updated: August 2026 dataElemental arsenic, classified under 2804800000, is a metalloid used primarily as a dopant in compound semiconductors (gallium arsenide), in wood preservatives, and in specialty alloys — applications that demand high purity and careful handling. China is the dominant global producer and the leading US import source, with Germany and Japan also supplying the market, a concentration that creates supply-chain risk for US semiconductor and specialty-materials manufacturers. Arsenic is subject to EPA TSCA reporting and, in certain forms, to hazardous waste regulations, so importers must ensure proper SDS documentation and container compliance. Given China's dominant position, importers should assess exposure to Section 301 tariffs when sourcing Chinese-origin material.
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The primary demand driver is compound semiconductor manufacturing — gallium arsenide (GaAs) wafers used in wireless devices, LEDs, and solar cells require high-purity arsenic as a feedstock. Secondary uses include specialty alloys (lead-acid battery grids) and, historically, wood preservatives, though the latter use has declined sharply due to environmental regulations.
Yes. Elemental arsenic is listed as a TSCA chemical and may trigger Section 8(a) or Section 8(e) reporting obligations depending on volume and use. It is also an EPA-listed hazardous substance under CERCLA. Importers should consult their environmental compliance counsel and a licensed customs broker to confirm current reporting thresholds and admissibility requirements.
Subheading 11 of 11 in heading 2804
Subheading 280480 · $66K of $104.9M
ImportsExports
Imports
$66KYoY · free account
Exports
$4KYoY · free account
12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $1.7M of Arsenic (Elemental).
Fewer than 6 of the last 12 months reported trade, or the latest month was under $500K; the trend chart is not shown for thin series.
Through August 2026 · exports 5 of 12 months reported. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
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HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Imports for consumption | Average duty rate | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2804800000 | Arsenic | $66K | 6.19% | 46.47% | $4K |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2804800000 | Arsenic | $4K |
Import lines come from the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule and export lines from Schedule B. The two are numbered by different agencies, so the same 10-digit code can appear in both tables describing a different product.
Imports · August 2026
origin
Germany and China together supply 100% of it. China pays 13.3% duty; Germany 0.0%.
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entry
rate provision · imports
53.5% enters free of duty; duty collected equals 6.19% of imports for consumption.