C12200 Phosphorized Copper Cakes from Mexico
Refined copper cakes with trace phosphorus (0.015-0.040%) for deoxidation, in flat unwrought slab form. HTS 7403.19.00.00 covers this as other refined unwrought copper, used primarily for welding rod production.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
1%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• Phosphorus content certificates are crucial; levels over 0.5% may classify as copper-phosphorus alloys
• Declare as 'cakes' specifically; sliced forms risk reclassification as sheets
• Ensure weight per piece exceeds 25kg to avoid semi-fabricated interpretations