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Appliance Steel Scrap

Ferrous scrap from dismantled washing machines, refrigerators, and stoves including shells and drums. HTS 7204.49.0080 other household equipment scrap for remelting. Consumer electronics recycling byproduct.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+25.0%25%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFreeβ€”Free

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

7204.41.00Same rate: 25%

If processed to appliance shredded spec 240/244

ISRI appliance shred specs qualify as prepared scrap.

8409.99Lower: 12.5% vs 25%

If imported as whole used appliances

Complete machinery units classify under Chapter 84 waste.

3915.90.00Higher: 37.5% vs 25%

If plastic casings not separated

Mixed waste with predominant plastics uses Chapter 39.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code β€” and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Certify complete removal of refrigerants and foam plastics per EPA rules

β€’ Shred and separate to Zorba quality before ferrous magnetic extraction

β€’ Test for appliance coatings that may require special fluxing