C69400 Copper-Base Casting Brass Ingot
C69400 casting brass ingot is optimized for sand casting with a copper-zinc-lead-aluminum composition. It is classified as brass under tariff item 7403.21.00 because zinc predominates by weight over lead, aluminum, and other elements, and the ingot is unwrought.
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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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the tin content is 3% or more and tin predominates over zinc
Copper-tin base alloys (bronzes) are classified under a separate item.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the alloy composition meets the brass definition with zinc predominating over other elements
• Keep documentation showing the ingot is unwrought for CBSA verification
• Check if the product is eligible for duty-free treatment under a trade agreement
Related Products under Tariff item 7403.21.00
C26000 Cartridge Brass Ingot
C26000 cartridge brass ingot is an unwrought copper-zinc base alloy containing approximately 30% zinc, cast into ingot form for further processing. It meets the definition of copper-zinc base alloys (brass) under tariff item 7403.21.00, as zinc predominates by weight over other elements and the alloy is unwrought.
C35300 High-Leaded Brass Slab
C35300 high-leaded brass slab is an unwrought copper-zinc base alloy with 2-3% lead added for machinability. It qualifies as brass under tariff item 7403.21.00 because zinc predominates by weight over lead and other elements, and the product is in unwrought slab form.
C36000 Free-Cutting Brass Billet
C36000 free-cutting brass billet is an unwrought copper-zinc alloy with added lead for machinability, containing approximately 60% copper and 36% zinc. It falls under tariff item 7403.21.00 as brass since zinc predominates over lead and other elements, and the billet is unwrought.
C37700 Forging Brass Ingot
C37700 forging brass ingot is an unwrought copper-zinc-lead alloy designed for hot forging applications. It is classified as brass under tariff item 7403.21.00 because zinc predominates by weight over lead and other elements, and the product is in ingot form.
C46400 Naval Brass Slab
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C67000 Manganese Brass Billet
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