No. 1 Heavy Melting Steel Scrap
Heavy melting steel scrap consisting of wrought iron or steel scrap 1/4 inch and over in thickness, not under 18 inches in any outside dimension, including plates, beams, channels, angles, pipe, and machinery castings or forgings. This falls under HTS 7204.49.0080 as ferrous waste and scrap suitable for remelting, specifically categorized as 'other' scrap not fitting prepared or specific alloy types. It represents common industrial scrap from demolition and manufacturing.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If shredded and magnetically separated
Shredded scrap with defined size and purity standards falls under the 'prepared' category in 7204.41, distinct from general 'other' scrap.
If containing stainless steel alloys
Scrap with alloying elements like high chromium content is classified under stainless-specific headings rather than general ferrous scrap.
If in the form of remelting ingots
Processed into ingots for direct remelting shifts classification from waste/scrap to semi-finished products.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain a certificate of analysis verifying ferrous composition and absence of hazardous contaminants like radioactive materials to comply with CBP and EPA regulations
• Ensure scrap is free from excessive non-metallics (>1%) and properly bundled to avoid reclassification as unprepared scrap
• Document origin and processing history to prevent penalties for misdeclared waste under Basel Convention restrictions
Related Products under HTS 7204.49.00.80
Bar Crop Ends Scrap
Short lengths of cropped steel bars from rolling mill production, low-alloy carbon steel for remelt. Classified HTS 7204.49.0080 other ferrous scrap not turned or prepared. Rolling mill byproduct.
Foundry Steel Scrap Returns
Gate, riser, and feeder scrap from steel foundry pouring operations, carbon steel for recycle. HTS 7204.49.0080 as other ferrous waste from casting processes. Internal foundry loop scrap.
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.
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.
Ship Plate Scrap
Thick steel plates from ship scrapping operations, corroded but remeltable carbon steel. HTS 7204.49.0080 other non-ship-specific ferrous scrap. Marine demolition byproduct.
Low Residual Cast Steel Scrap
Clean cast steel scrap from low-alloy castings with minimal tramp elements, for quality melt stock. HTS 7204.49.0080 other ferrous not meeting prepared specs. Precision casting returns.