Leaded Brass Lock Cylinder Scrap from United States
Leaded brass lock cylinder scrap consists of discarded brass lock cylinders and keys made of a copper-zinc alloy with copper below 94% and lead above 0.3% for machinability. This scrap is classified under tariff item 7404.00.20 as copper-zinc base alloy (brass) waste, per the subheading note (a) definition, and is commonly recovered from locksmith and hardware recycling streams.
Duty Rate — United States → Canada
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Import Tips
• Remove any steel springs or pins from the lock cylinders before shipping to avoid mixed-metal classification
• Provide a commercial invoice describing the scrap as brass with copper content below 94%
• Ensure the scrap is free of non-metal components like rubber gaskets