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Mixed Industrial Machine Scrap

Steel scrap from factory machinery, conveyors, and tools not fitting specific categories, for EAF melt. Under HTS 7204.49.0080 as catch-all other ferrous scrap. Manufacturing plant cleanup material.

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.

7204.10.00Same rate: 25%

If primarily rail or tramway machinery

Transport equipment scrap has specific headings.

8479.89Lower: 15% vs 25%

If complete used industrial machines

Intact machinery classifies under Chapter 84/85.

7204.50.00Same rate: 25%

If reprocessed into pig/remelting ingots

Semi-finished forms from scrap processing change heading.

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€’ Conduct hazardous material surveys for old factory equipment

β€’ Size-sort components exceeding 18 inches from shreddable parts

β€’ Document absence of radioactive sources from gauges and meters