Foundry Return Sand-Cleaned Steel Ingots
Remelting scrap ingots produced from foundry returns after sand shakeout and cleaning. These ingots are high-yield material for grey iron production and are classified under heading 72.04 as prepared ferrous remelting ingots.
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 foundry returns are not cleaned or compacted into ingots
Unprepared foundry returns are waste and scrap of cast iron, not remelting scrap ingots.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the ingots are free of sand and other non-metallic contaminants to avoid reclassification
• Keep records of the cleaning process to demonstrate they are prepared for remelting
• Verify if the ingots meet the definition of remelting scrap ingots under Chapter 72
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