Compacted Aluminum Sports Drink Cans from Japan
Compacted empty aluminum cans from sports drinks, compressed to reduce volume for economical shipping to recyclers. These post-consumer containers are classified as aluminum waste and scrap under tariff item 7602.00.00, as they are no longer usable as beverage containers and are intended for aluminum recovery.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
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Import Tips
• Ensure the cans are crushed or compacted to a degree that clearly indicates they are scrap, not reusable containers
• Remove any plastic or paper labels that could be considered contaminants
• Verify the shipment meets Canadian environmental regulations for recyclable materials