Spent Refined Copper Busbar Scrap
Spent refined copper busbar scrap consists of used busbar sections from copper refineries that have degraded to a copper content below 94% by weight due to oxidation and contamination. It is classifiable as copper waste and scrap under tariff item 7404.00.91.
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 94% or more by weight
Busbar scrap with higher copper content would fall under the residual waste and scrap item.
If the busbars are made of a copper-zinc alloy (brass)
Brass busbar scrap with copper below 94% is classified under the brass-specific item.
If the busbars are spent anodes and are not alloyed
Spent anode-derived waste with copper below 94% is covered by this item.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Remove any non-copper attachments (e.g
• bolts, insulation) before shipping to simplify classification and avoid penalties
• Provide a certificate of analysis showing copper content below 94% by weight, as oxidized surfaces can skew assay results
• Verify whether the busbars were originally refined copper or a copper alloy, as this affects the correct tariff item
Related Products under Tariff item 7404.00.91
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Architectural bronze trim scrap salvaged from building demolition, consisting of copper-tin base alloy (bronze) with 87% copper, 11% tin, and 1% phosphorus. This scrap has a copper content below 94% by weight, qualifying it under tariff item 7404.00.91 as other copper waste and scrap with less than 94% copper.
Bronze Bearing Scrap
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Electrolytic Copper Refinery Turnings Scrap
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Refined Copper Electrolyte Tank Lining Scrap
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