Zirconium Plasma Cut Scrap
Dross and edge beads from plasma arc cutting zirconium heat shields. Tariff item 8109.39.00 other scrap captures oxidized cutting residues, a staple in aerospace recycling.
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 |
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Remove oxidized layers before shipping to improve recycling value; provide a description of the cutting process
• Classify as 'other' waste and scrap, not as plates or sheets
• Ensure the scrap is free of plasma torch consumables
Related Products under Tariff item 8109.39.00
Zirconium Borings
Zirconium borings and chips generated during the machining of zirconium components for nuclear reactor fabrication. These residues are classified as 'other' waste and scrap under tariff item 8109.39.00, as they are not unwrought metal, powders, or finished articles, and are recovered for material efficiency.
Zirconium Clipping Waste
Sheared clippings from zirconium sheet stock used in heat exchanger production. These clippings are classified as 'other' zirconium waste and scrap under tariff item 8109.39.00, distinct from unwrought metal or finished articles, and are recovered for efficient material reuse.
Zirconium EDM Wire Scrap
Spent wire remnants from electrical discharge machining (EDM) of zirconium molds. These fine wire scraps are classified as 'other' zirconium waste and scrap under tariff item 8109.39.00, supporting tool-and-die recycling due to their high precision grade.
Zirconium Fabrication Dust
Collected dust from sanding and polishing zirconium anodes in electroplating lines. This fine particulate 'other' waste under tariff item 8109.39.00 requires explosion-proof handling and is recycled via acid leaching.
Zirconium Filing Scrap
Fine filings from hand-finishing zirconium tubes for medical implants. As 'other' waste and scrap under tariff item 8109.39.00, this captures small-particle residues from fabrication, with high purity suitable for biomedical recycling.
Zirconium Grinding Swarf
Abrasive-laden swarf from surface grinding zirconium billets for turbine blades. Tariff item 8109.39.00 classifies this contaminated 'other' waste and scrap from precision machining, requiring cleaning before remelt.