Tungsten Electrode Scrap
Discarded tungsten electrodes from TIG welding operations, often with minor wear. These are waste and scrap of tungsten, as they are no longer usable as electrodes.
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 electrodes are still usable despite wear.
Usable electrodes are articles of tungsten, not waste.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure electrodes are not contaminated with other metals from welding
• Declare the scrap as waste and scrap, not as articles, to avoid higher duty rates
• Keep records of the original purchase to support the scrap value
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