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HSChapter 38
U.S. imports of chemical industry waste mainly containing organic constituents (HS 382561) totaled $126K in July 2026, traded with 7 countries.
Importers of Chemical Industry Waste Mainly Containing Organic Constituents paid $13K in duties in July 2026 — an effective duty rate of 10% on $133K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Chemical Industry Waste Mainly Containing Organic Constituents imports of $126K in July 2026 ran 23% below the year-to-date monthly average of $163K.
Last updated: July 2026 dataResidues and wastes from chemical manufacturing or allied industries that are predominantly organic in composition — such as still bottoms, reaction by-products, or off-specification organic intermediates — are classified under tariff line 3825610000. The organic-constituent threshold distinguishes this heading from 382569, which captures inorganic-dominant or mixed chemical waste streams. Many of these materials carry significant fuel value and are imported for use as supplemental fuel in industrial kilns or incinerators, a practice regulated under EPA's hazardous-waste combustion standards (40 CFR Part 63, Subpart EEE) when the material qualifies as a hazardous waste.
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12 shipments/mo
The key criterion is whether the waste is 'mainly' organic in constitution, as defined in the Chapter 38 notes. Wastes with a predominantly organic carbon-based composition fall under 382561, while those that are inorganic-dominant or do not fit that profile fall under the residual 382569. When the composition is ambiguous, laboratory analysis and consultation with a licensed customs broker are advisable.
Yes, but only under strict conditions. If the material is a RCRA hazardous waste, the receiving facility must be a permitted hazardous-waste combustion unit subject to EPA's National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP). If the material qualifies for the 'legitimate fuel' exclusion, different rules apply — importers should confirm the regulatory status with their environmental counsel before shipment.
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3825610000 | Wastes of Mainly Organic Constituents, NESOI | $126K | 10.57% | 105.33% | $13K |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 3825610000 | Wastes of Mainly Organic Constituents, NESOI | $25K |
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.
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Imports
$126KYoY · Pro
Exports
$25KYoY · Pro
12-mo low · imports
YoY · ProFewer than 6 of the last 12 months reported trade above $500K; the trend chart is not shown for thin series.
Through July 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
Imports · July 2026
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Canada and Indonesia together supply 98% of it.
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entry
rate provision · imports
the effective duty rate is 10.57%.