Tantalum Furnace Linings Scrap from Japan
Eroded tantalum fragments from high-temperature vacuum furnace crucibles used in superalloy production are no longer usable as crucibles. Their erosion and structural degradation qualify them as waste and scrap under tariff item 8103.30.00.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
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Import Tips
• Remove any residual superalloy residues from the fragments before shipping to avoid mixed-material classification
• Document the furnace operating conditions to demonstrate the erosion
• Ensure the scrap is free from radioactive contamination if used in nuclear applications