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Recycled Magnesium Swarf

Wet swarf from grinding magnesium alloy turbine blades, dried for recycling. These are metal waste and scrap, definitely not usable as such, and consist of magnesium alloy, falling under the waste and scrap tariff item for magnesium.

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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8104.30.00Same rate: Free

If the swarf is in the form of powder or granules

Powders and granules are specifically classified under a different tariff item for magnesium waste and scrap.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Ensure the swarf is completely dried and free of grinding fluids, as these may require special handling

• Declare the weight accurately and keep records of the grinding process to support the waste and scrap classification

• Be aware that imports of waste may be subject to environmental regulations under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act

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