C87200 Silicon Brass Ingot
C87200 silicon brass ingot incorporates 4% silicon into a copper-zinc matrix for casting applications. It qualifies as brass under tariff item 7403.21.00 because zinc predominates by weight over silicon 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 |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the copper content is at least 99.85% by weight
Refined copper unwrought is classified separately from copper alloys.
If the ingot has been worked into bars or rods
Worked brass products are classified under headings for bars, rods, or profiles.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the silicon content does not affect the brass classification—zinc must predominate over silicon
• Maintain records of the alloy composition for CBSA verification
• Check if the product qualifies for preferential tariff 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
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C46400 Naval Brass Slab
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C67000 Manganese Brass Billet
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