Foundry Arisings Scrap
Sand-adhered ferrous castings and risers from foundry gates, unprepared for remelting. As 'other' ferrous waste, HTS 7204.49.00 despite minor non-metallic inclusions.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If predominantly cast iron
Cast iron foundry scrap specifically under 7204.50.
If semi-finished ingots/risers
Recognizable semi-finished forms not scrap but Chapter 72 products.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Sand content <10% tolerance; higher requires declaration adjustment
• Specify carbon steel; cast iron arisings go to 7204.50
• Knock-off loose sand pre-shipment to ease inspection
Related Products under HTS 7204.49.00
Structural Steel Scrap Beams
Scrap from demolished I-beams, channels, and angles of carbon steel construction grade, cut into unprepared lengths over 2 feet. Fits HTS 7204.49.00 as 'other' ferrous scrap for remelting, not further worked per chapter notes.
Shipbreaking Steel Plate Scrap
Heavy steel plates and hull sections from decommissioned ships, unprepared and rusty but ferrous-dominant for remelting. Classified as 'other' waste and scrap under HTS 7204.49.00; no duty reduction for rust per chapter note.
Punchings and Bar Crop Ends Scrap
Short lengths of carbon steel bars and punchings from manufacturing trimmings, unprepared for melting. This mill scrap qualifies as 'other' ferrous waste under HTS 7204.49.00, excluding turnings.
Mixed Borings Steel Scrap
Mixed steel borings and turnings from drilling operations, lightly oiled but primarily ferrous for remelting. Falls under HTS 7204.49.00 as 'other' scrap, not pure turnings due to mixed composition.
Demolition Machine Shop Scrap
Assorted ferrous scrap from construction equipment demolition, including frames and housings, unprepared. HTS 7204.49.00 covers this 'other' category for general remelting scrap.
Rusty Sheet Scrap
Corroded carbon steel sheets from roofing and cladding, unprepared for recycling despite surface rust. HTS 7204.49.00 applies; chapter note prohibits duty allowance for rust damage.