No. 2 Heavy Melting Black Steel Plate Scrap from China
Scrap from uncoated black steel plates used in shipbuilding, cut to required dimensions (1/4-18 inches), free of sheet clippings or galvanized material. HTS 7204.49.00.40 applies as it matches the precise definition of No. 2 heavy melting ferrous scrap.
Duty Rate — China → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%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)
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Ensure no patterns in relief or coils per universal mill plate exclusions; measure thickness precisely
• Include photos and dimension reports in entry docs; common issue is oversized pieces rejected at discharge
• Comply with Buy America waivers if for US infrastructure projects