Milling Waste from Tool Steel Machining

Chips and swarf from milling tool steel dies and molds, per note 72-4(e) composition, for scrap recovery. HTS 7204.41.00.80 as other milling waste not bundled. Ferrous alloy scrap suitable for specialty remelting.

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.

7204.41.00.20Same rate: 35%

If standard alloy steel rather than tool steel specs

Non-tool alloy steels use different statistical suffix within turnings heading.

8207.90.60Higher: 39.3% vs 35%

If classified as interchangeable tool parts rather than waste

Reusable tool steel components remain classified as tools in Chapter 82.

7204.29.00.00Same rate: 35%

If in heavier chunk form from roughing cuts

Coarse milling cuttings classify as general scrap rather than fine milling waste.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Chemical analysis certificates mandatory showing tool steel elements per note 72-4(e); separate from carbon steel to preserve high value; declare exact alloy type for proper statistical reporting