Shredded Automobile HMS 1 Scrap from Japan
Shredded ferrous scrap derived from end-of-life automobiles, consisting primarily of high magnetic steel (HMS 1) fragments after shredding and magnetic separation. Classified under HTS 7204.49.0070 as shredded waste and scrap suitable for remelting in steel production.
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
• Verify shredding certification and provide documentation confirming magnetic separation to remove non-ferrous metals
• Ensure compliance with ISRI scrap specifications for shredded scrap to avoid reclassification
• Test for radiation contamination as required for all ferrous scrap imports; common pitfall is inadequate non-ferrous removal