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Automotive Part Turnings Scrap

Mixed turnings from CNC machining of automotive steel parts like pistons and gears, primarily SAE 1018 steel. These borings, shovelings, and turnings are collected as remelting ferrous scrap.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree—Free
🇲🇽MexicoFree—Free
🇺🇸United StatesFree—Free
🇩🇪GermanyFree—Free
🇯🇵JapanFree—Free

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Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

7204.49.00Same rate: Free

If the turnings are mixed with other scrap types

Mixed ferrous waste may be classified as other waste and scrap.

7204.21.00Same rate: Free

If the turnings are from stainless steel parts

Stainless steel waste is classified separately.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Verify the turnings are predominantly carbon steel and free from alloying elements that could change classification

• Keep records of the machining process to confirm the material is waste

• Consider using a customs broker for accurate classification

Related Products under Tariff item 7204.41.00

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Mixed chips and borings from deep-hole drilling of alloy steel bars for axles and spindles. These ferrous borings and turnings scrap are from heavy equipment component fabrication and are suitable for remelting.

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Clean sawdust generated from plasma and mechanical sawing of low-carbon steel plates, segregated for purity and free from contaminants. This product qualifies as ferrous waste and scrap under tariff item 7204.41.00, specifically as sawdust from iron or steel processing, suitable for remelting in electric arc furnaces.

Automotive Steel Turning Scrap No. 2

No. 2 bundles of steel turnings from automotive parts machining, classified as ferrous waste ideal for recycling into new auto steel grades. Bundles ensure safe bulk shipping without loose dispersion.

Band Saw Steel Trimmings

Irregular trimmings and edge scraps from band saw cut-off operations on steel bars. These are classified as ferrous waste and scrap under tariff item 7204.41.00, as trimmings are explicitly listed. The material is intended for iron or steel remelting per Chapter 72 scope.

Broaching Filings from Gear Manufacturing

Fine filings from spline broaching carbon steel gear blanks and shafts. These are classified as ferrous waste and scrap under tariff item 7204.41.00, as filings are explicitly listed. The high-purity material is suitable for remelting in gear-quality steel production.

Bundled Carbon Steel Shavings No. 1

No. 1 grade bundles of carbon steel shavings from milling and grinding operations, low in tramp elements for premium remelting feedstock. These bundles precisely match tariff item 7204.41.00 for bundled ferrous milling waste and shavings, ensuring high-quality scrap for steel production.