Platinum Thermocouple Wire Scrap
Discarded platinum-rhodium thermocouple wires from industrial furnaces, with platinum predominant per alloy rules, are classified under tariff item 7112.92.00. This material is waste and scrap of platinum, excluding sweepings containing other precious metals. It is common in metallurgy and glass manufacturing.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If rhodium predominates by weight over platinum
This alternative covers waste and scrap of other precious metals when platinum is not the predominant metal.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify that platinum predominates by weight over rhodium to meet the alloy classification rules
• Provide a certificate of analysis to confirm the alloy composition
• Ensure the scrap is free of other precious metals to avoid reclassification
Related Products under Tariff item 7112.92.00
Platinum Catalyst Residue Scrap
Spent platinum black residue from chemical catalytic converters, with 90%+ passing a 0.5mm sieve, is recoverable scrap. It is classified under tariff item 7112.92.00 as waste and scrap of platinum, excluding sweepings containing other precious metals. This material is destined for precious metal recovery and refining.
Platinum Contact Point Scrap
Worn platinum electrical contact points from relays and switches, consisting of solid platinum tips, are scrap for recovery. This material falls under tariff item 7112.92.00 as waste and scrap of platinum, excluding sweepings containing other precious metals. It is commonly recycled for its platinum content.
Platinum Dental Alloy Scrap
Scrap from melted-down platinum-based dental crowns and bridges, predominantly platinum by weight, is classified under tariff item 7112.92.00. This material is waste and scrap of platinum, excluding sweepings containing other precious metals. It is intended for precious metal recovery and refining.
Platinum Electroplating Rack Scrap
Worn titanium racks metal clad with platinum plating, where the platinum layer is significant for recovery, are classified under tariff item 7112.92.00. Chapter note 7 includes metal clad with precious metal in the scope of this heading. This scrap is destined for platinum recovery.
Platinum Gauge Wire Scrapings
Filings and turnings from precision platinum gauge wire production for scientific instruments are pure platinum scrap. This material is classified under tariff item 7112.92.00 as waste and scrap of platinum, excluding sweepings containing other precious metals. It is destined for refining.
Platinum Jewelry Manufacturing Scrap
Waste trimmings and filings generated during the crafting of platinum rings, bracelets, and necklaces are scrap for recovery. This material falls under tariff item 7112.92.00 as waste and scrap of platinum, excluding sweepings containing other precious metals. It is commonly recycled in jewelry manufacturing.