Structural Steel Scrap Beams from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Cut pieces must exceed 24 inches to qualify as unprepared; shorter lengths risk 7204.41 classification
• Provide demolition site certificates to verify origin and avoid transshipment scrutiny
• Screen for high-strength steel per note (a); alloy scrap may shift to other codes