Of stainless steel
Ferrous waste and scrap; remelting scrap ingots of iron or steel: > Waste and scrap of alloy steel: > Of stainless steel
Duty Rate (from China)
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Products classified under HTS 7204.21.00.00
409 Stainless Steel Automotive Muffler Scrap
Shredded exhaust mufflers and pipes from end-of-life 409 ferritic stainless steel vehicles. 7204.21.00.00 classification as stainless scrap with 10.5-11.75% chromium for automotive exhaust remelting. High volume scrap stream.
AISI 304 Stainless Steel Turnings
Metal shavings and turnings generated from machining AISI 304 stainless steel components in manufacturing processes. Classified under HTS 7204.21.00.00 as waste and scrap of stainless steel alloy suitable for remelting. These scraps contain the characteristic chromium-nickel composition of austenitic stainless steel.
316L Stainless Steel Borings
Fine stainless steel particles and borings from drilling operations on 316L marine-grade stainless steel parts. Meets HTS 7204.21.00.00 criteria as remelting scrap of stainless alloy steel due to molybdenum-chromium content. Commonly recycled from shipbuilding and chemical processing industries.
430 Stainless Steel Clippings
Sheared edge trimmings and clippings from 430 ferritic stainless steel sheet production. HTS 7204.21.00.00 applies as stainless steel scrap for remelting with 16-18% chromium content but low nickel. Typical from appliance manufacturing and automotive trim production.
AISI 321 Stainless Steel Scrap
Titanium-stabilized AISI 321 stainless steel scrap from welded exhaust components and aircraft parts. Classified under 7204.21.00.00 as stainless alloy remelting scrap with elevated chromium and nickel. Recovered from high-temperature applications.
17-4 PH Stainless Steel Turnings
Precipitation-hardening 17-4 PH stainless steel machining turnings from aerospace and medical device production. HTS 7204.21.00.00 designation as stainless scrap due to 15-17.5% chromium and copper precipitation hardening. High-value scrap for specialty remelting.
304 Stainless Steel Pipe End Cuttings
End scraps from cutting 304 stainless steel pipes to length in plumbing and food processing equipment fabrication. Fits 7204.21.00.00 as clean stainless steel scrap for remelting with consistent austenitic composition. Free of heavy wall defects.
Stainless Steel Kitchen Equipment Scrap
Dismantled scrap from commercial stainless steel sinks, counters, and shelving from restaurant refits. HTS 7204.21.00.00 as stainless alloy scrap with typical 18/8 or 18/10 compositions. Processed to remove fittings and plastics.
Duplex 2205 Stainless Steel Scrap
Scrap from 2205 duplex stainless steel used in offshore oil platforms and pressure vessels. Classified 7204.21.00.00 for its 22% chromium, 5% nickel, 3% molybdenum stainless alloy composition ideal for remelting. High strength corrosion resistant scrap.
Nitronic 60 Stainless Steel Turnings
Machining turnings from Nitronic 60 high-strength stainless steel for valves and pump components. HTS 7204.21.00.00 stainless scrap with 16-18% chromium, 8% manganese alloy suitable for remelting. Wear-resistant scrap grade.