Shredded Shipbreaking Steel Scrap from Mexico
Ferrous hull plates and structural steel from dismantled ships, shredded into remeltable pieces after marine growth removal. Classified under HTS 7204.49.0070 for shredded scrap.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• Provide shipbreaking certificates confirming hazardous material removal
• Test for marine contaminants like salt which can cause rust allowances denial
• Declare thick plate origins; may affect steel mill acceptance