Blast Furnace Scale Flakes from Japan
Scale generated in blast furnaces during pig iron production, appearing as thin iron oxide layers that flake off equipment surfaces. Classified under HTS 2619.00.30.00 as ferrous scale from iron manufacture, with high metallic iron content suitable for recycling. It is distinct from molten slag due to its solid, flaky waste form.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Report assay quantity of metal content without deductions per statistical notes; include third-party assay reports
• Confirm origin from iron/steel manufacture via mill invoices to prevent reclassification as municipal waste ash
• Package in bulk bags to avoid dust issues; comply with IMDG if shipping moist scale prone to spontaneous heating