Tin-Coated Steel Drum Scrap
Tin-Coated Steel Drum Scrap consists of flattened 55-gallon steel drums with a tin lining, used for chemical or food storage. This material is classified under tariff item 7204.30.00 as waste and scrap of tinned iron or steel, suitable for remelting after detinning. It is generated from industrial packaging waste and requires proper cleaning.
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 the drums are not tinned or are made of other steel
Non-tinned ferrous drum scrap falls under other waste and scrap classifications.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Thoroughly clean drums to remove chemical residues and ensure they are not classified as hazardous waste
• Provide documentation of the drum's original contents and cleaning process
• Verify that the scrap is free from non-ferrous components like bungs or gaskets
Related Products under Tariff item 7204.30.00
Electrolytic Tinplate Coil Scrap
Electrolytic Tinplate Coil Scrap consists of edge trim and reject coils from the production of electrolytic tinplate (ETP), where a thin layer of tin is applied to a steel substrate. This manufacturing waste is classified under tariff item 7204.30.00 as waste and scrap of tinned iron or steel, suitable for remelting in steel mills. The tin coating distinguishes it from other ferrous scrap, making it a specific input for detinning or direct steel production.
Industrial Tinned Steel Sheeting Scrap
Industrial Tinned Steel Sheeting Scrap includes punching and skeleton waste from tinned steel sheets used in appliance manufacturing. This material is classified under tariff item 7204.30.00 as waste and scrap of tinned iron or steel, suitable for remelting. The clean, oil-free nature of this scrap makes it a preferred input for steel mills.
Obsolete Tinned Steel Utensil Scrap
Obsolete Tinned Steel Utensil Scrap consists of end-of-life tinned steel kitchen utensils such as measuring cups and funnels, collected from household waste streams. This material is classified under tariff item 7204.30.00 as waste and scrap of tinned iron or steel, with the tin coating providing corrosion resistance. It is suitable for remelting or detinning processes.
Post-Consumer Tin Can Mixed Scrap
Post-Consumer Tin Can Mixed Scrap includes baled household tin cans from food and pet food containers, collected via municipal recycling programs. This material is classified under tariff item 7204.30.00 as waste and scrap of tinned iron or steel, processed to remove labels and food residues. It is a common input for steel recycling and detinning operations.
Tinned Can End Scrap
Tinned Can End Scrap includes manufacturing rejects and trim from tinplated can ends used in food packaging. This lightweight tinned steel scrap is classified under tariff item 7204.30.00 as waste and scrap of tinned iron or steel, suitable for remelting into new tinplate. It is a high-volume waste stream from the canning industry.
Tinned Steel Aerosol Can Scrap
Tinned Steel Aerosol Can Scrap consists of post-consumer steel aerosol cans with a tin coating for food-grade protection. This material is classified under tariff item 7204.30.00 as waste and scrap of tinned iron or steel, after being depressurized and shredded. It is suitable for recycling into new steel products.