Shredded Clipping Scrap

Shredded steel skeleton scraps from punch presses and shears, carbon steel for EAF charge. Falls in HTS 7204.49.0080 as other non-specific ferrous waste. Byproduct of sheet metal forming.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+35.0%35%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

7204.41.00Same rate: 35%

If meeting ISRI Shredded Scrap 211/212 specs

Standardized shred quality and purity criteria define 'prepared' category.

7204.10.00Same rate: 35%

If primarily aircraft fuselage clippings

Aviation scrap has dedicated headings due to lightweight alloys often mixed.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Achieve 50 lb/cu.ft. density through proper shredding to optimize container loads

β€’ Screen out non-ferrous >0.2% to prevent copper contamination penalties

β€’ Use ventilated containers for shredded material to avoid mold during ocean transit