Telecom Switch Backplane Scrap
Decommissioned backplane boards from enterprise telecom switches with extensive gold-plated vias and contacts for recovery. This multilayer electronic scrap is principally for precious metal extraction, and is no longer functional.
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 |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the backplanes do not contain lead, cadmium, or mercury
This subheading covers other waste and scrap without those metals.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the backplanes are decommissioned and unusable, as required by Section Note 6
• Ship in bulk without individual protection
• Provide a detailed description of the metal content, including any lead, cadmium, or mercury
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