Rusty Sheet Scrap
Corroded carbon steel sheets from roofing and cladding, unprepared for recycling despite surface rust. Tariff item 7204.49.00 applies; chapter note prohibits duty allowance for rust damage, so the material is classified as 'other' ferrous waste.
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 |
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Remove any non-ferrous fasteners or coatings before shipping
• Provide a description noting the rust is surface-level and does not affect the ferrous content
• Ensure the scrap is not contaminated with hazardous materials
Related Products under Tariff item 7204.49.00
Demolition Machine Shop Scrap
Assorted ferrous scrap from demolition of construction equipment, including frames and housings, unprepared for remelting. This material falls under tariff item 7204.49.00 as 'other' ferrous waste and scrap, not elsewhere specified, suitable for recovery of iron and steel.
Electric Motor Steel Scrap
Ferrous scrap from dismantled electric motors, including stators and armatures, containing laminations but unprepared for shredding. This 'other' waste under tariff item 7204.49.00 is remelting scrap excluding turnings or specific electric motor scrap categories.
Foundry Arisings Scrap
Sand-adhered ferrous castings and risers from foundry gates, unprepared for remelting. As 'other' ferrous waste, this material falls under tariff item 7204.49.00 despite minor non-metallic inclusions, as it is primarily iron and steel for recovery.
Mixed Borings Steel Scrap
Mixed steel borings and turnings from drilling operations, lightly oiled but primarily ferrous for remelting. Falls under tariff item 7204.49.00 as 'other' scrap, not pure turnings due to mixed composition and oil content.
No. 1 Heavy Melting Bar Crop Ends
Ends cropped from carbon steel bars during forging or rolling, cut to individual No. 1 HM pieces without scale buildup. Classified under tariff item 7204.49.00 as it fulfills heavy melting scrap physical and cleanliness criteria.
No. 1 Heavy Melting Billet Crop Ends
Crop ends and billets trimmed during steel rolling mill production, sheared to No. 1 HM size specs for recycling. Classifies under tariff item 7204.49.00 as ferrous remelting scrap meeting heavy melting physical standards.