Cadmium Switchgear Electronic Scrap
Industrial electrical panels decommissioned from high-voltage switchgear, containing cadmium oxide contacts in circuit breakers. These cadmium-containing electrical components qualify this scrap for tariff item 8549.31.00, which covers electrical or electronic components containing cadmium.
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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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the switchgear contains no cadmium or other listed hazardous substances.
Electrical scrap without the specific hazardous materials listed in 8549.31.00 is classified elsewhere in heading 8549.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Drain and properly dispose of any dielectric fluids before shipping to avoid classification as hazardous waste under other headings
• Document the origin and cadmium content of the switchgear to facilitate CBSA clearance
• Consider whether the panels are waste or still functional, as functional goods would not fall under this heading
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