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U.S. imports of arsenic (elemental) (HS 280480) totaled $94K in May 2026, traded with 3 countries.
Arsenic (Elemental) imports of $94K in May 2026 ran 30% below the year-to-date monthly average of $133K.
Last updated: May 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.
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Monthly import values over time
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2804800000 | ARSENIC | $80K | 6.56% | 39.06% | $5K |
ARSENIC
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2804800000 | ARSENIC | $6K |
ARSENIC
1.1K kg
URANIUM ENRICHED IN U235 ETC. PLUTONIUM ETC.
HS 284420
NATURAL URANIUM & COMPOUNDS, ALLOYS & CERAMICS ETC
HS 284410
ANHYDROUS AMMONIA
HS 281410
ALLOYS, DISPERSIONS,ISOTOPES & COMPOUNDS NES
HS 284443
SILICON, UNDER 99.99% (BY WEIGHT) SILICON
HS 280469
PHOSPHORIC ACID AND POLYPHOSPHORIC ACIDS
HS 280920
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florida | $50K | -- | -$50K |
| New York | $10K | $6K | -$4K |
| Connecticut | $12K | -- | -$12K |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| MIAMI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, FL | $34K | -- | -$34K |
| BALTIMORE, MD | $16K | -- | -$16K |
| JFK INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, NY | $15K | -- | -$15K |