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No. 1 Heavy Melting Steel Scrap from Shredded Automobiles from Japan

Shredded automobile bodies processed to meet No. 1 heavy melting specifications, consisting of carbon steel hulls with minimal attachments, sized 1/4 inch to 1 inch. Classified under HTS 7204.49.0020 as it matches the precise criteria for No. 1 heavy melting scrap: individual pieces not over 24 x 18 x 3/4 inches, no excessive rust or dirt.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Obtain radiation scanning certificates to confirm no hazardous contamination; verify scrap meets exact No. 1 HM dimensions via photos or samples; declare precise tonnage with weight certificates to avoid shortages claims