Leaded Muntz Metal Ship Propeller Scrap
Leaded Muntz metal ship propeller scrap is waste from marine propellers made of alpha-beta brass (Muntz metal) with a lead addition above 0.3% and total copper below 94%. 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 shipbreaking operations.
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
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the alloy is not a copper-zinc base alloy
Other low-copper alloy scrap is classified under this alternative.
If the copper content is 94% or more
Scrap with higher copper content is classified as other copper waste and scrap.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure propellers are cut into manageable pieces for inspection and transport
• Provide a certificate of analysis confirming the copper-zinc composition and copper content below 94%
• Check if the scrap is subject to marine salvage regulations in addition to customs rules
Related Products under Tariff item 7404.00.20
Automotive Radiator Scrap
Automotive radiator scrap consists of shredded copper-brass radiator cores recovered from end-of-life vehicles, typically containing 65-75% copper by weight with zinc as the predominant secondary element. This material falls under tariff item 7404.00.20 because it is a copper-zinc base alloy (brass) waste and scrap with a copper content below 94% by weight, as defined in the subheading notes of Chapter 74.
Brass Bearing Scrap
Brass bearing scrap is waste from worn brass bushings and sleeve bearings used in machinery, made of copper-zinc alloys with copper content below 94%. This scrap falls under tariff item 7404.00.20 as copper-zinc base alloy (brass) waste, consistent with the subheading note (a) definition, and is a common recycling stream from industrial maintenance.
Brass Casting Scrap
Brass casting scrap consists of gates, risers, and defective castings from brass foundry operations, made of copper-zinc alloys with copper content below 94%. 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 a byproduct of the casting process.
Brass Decorative Hardware Scrap
Brass decorative hardware scrap is waste from brass cabinet pulls, knobs, and hinges, made of copper-zinc alloys with copper content below 94%. This scrap falls under tariff item 7404.00.20 as copper-zinc base alloy (brass) waste, consistent with the subheading note (a) definition, and is recovered from renovation and demolition projects.
Brass Demolition Scrap
Brass demolition scrap is mixed brass components recovered from building demolition, including flashings and trim, made of copper-zinc base alloys with copper content below 94%. This scrap is classified under tariff item 7404.00.20 as copper-zinc base alloy (brass) waste, per the subheading note (a) definition, and represents a general recycling stream from construction waste.
Brass Electrical Connector Scrap
Brass electrical connector scrap is waste brass pins and terminals from wiring harnesses and connectors, made of copper-zinc alloys with copper content below 94%. This scrap falls under tariff item 7404.00.20 as copper-zinc base alloy (brass) waste, consistent with the subheading note (a) definition, and is a common recycling stream from electronics and automotive dismantling.