Steel Descaling Waste

Waste from mechanical or abrasive descaling of steel sheets and plates during manufacturing, under HTS 2619.00.90.00 as other waste. Composed of iron oxide flakes and debris from surface preparation.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

6808.00.00.00Same rate: 35%

If shaped into grinding media or abrasives

Processed into articles like panels or media shifts to Chapter 68.

2618.00.00.00Same rate: 35%

If granulated slag from iron manufacture

Granulated forms from iron processes are distinctly classified.

2620.91.00Same rate: 35%

If containing arsenic for industrial extraction

Arsenic-bearing residues for recovery fit 2620 chapter note.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document descaling process details to differentiate from general scrap

Ensure no granulation has occurred post-generation

Label for dust hazards during transport and customs inspection