Broken Power Supply Scrap from Japan
Failed switching power supplies from computers and appliances, with blown capacitors and circuit damage, are unusable for their original purpose and not economically viable to repair. Shipped in bulk for copper and component recovery, they meet the definition of electrical and electronic waste and scrap. This classifies them under tariff item 8549.99.00.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
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Import Tips
• Confirm the power supplies are beyond repair and are being shipped for material recovery, not reuse
• Provide the CBSA with a clear description of the goods as waste and scrap
• Check for any provincial requirements related to the import of electronic waste