2619.00.30.00/Mill Scale from Hot-Rolled Steel Production/Germany

Mill Scale from Hot-Rolled Steel Production from Germany

Mill scale is the flaky surface of hot-rolled steel consisting primarily of iron oxides (Fe2O3 and Fe3O4), formed during the manufacturing process of steel sheets and plates. It falls under HTS 2619.00.30.00 as ferrous scale, a waste product from iron or steel manufacture containing over 50% iron by weight. This material is often collected and recycled for use in sintering processes or as a raw material in steelmaking.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

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Import Tips

• Verify iron content exceeds 50% through assay testing as per statistical notes; provide lab certificates to Customs for classification confirmation

• Ensure documentation distinguishes from granulated slag (HTS 2618) or non-ferrous scalings to avoid misclassification

• Check for hazardous contaminants like oils or heavy metals; may require EPA declarations if exceeding thresholds