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Magnesium Tooling Scrap

Magnesium tooling scrap consists of discarded magnesium alloy tooling plates from plastic injection mold making. These plates are not usable as tooling due to wear or damage, meeting the definition of waste and scrap. The magnesium alloy composition classifies them under heading 81.04.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree—Free
🇲🇽MexicoFree—Free
🇺🇸United StatesFree—Free
🇩🇪GermanyFree—Free
🇯🇵JapanFree—Free

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8104.90.00Same rate: Free

If the tooling plates are reusable or refurbishable

Usable tooling plates are classified as other articles of magnesium.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Confirm the tooling plates are not usable or repairable, with records to support waste and scrap classification

• Verify the alloy composition and that magnesium predominates by weight

• Check for any inserts or fasteners that may need removal before import

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