Cadmium Switchgear Electronic Scrap from United States
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.
Duty Rate — United States → Canada
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Import Tips
• 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