Containing more than 0.3 percent of lead
Copper waste and scrap: > Spent anodes; waste and scrap with a copper content of less than 94 percent by weight > Of copper alloys: > Of copper-zinc base alloys (brass): > Containing more than 0.3 percent of lead
Duty Rate (from China)
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)
Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Products classified under HTS 7404.00.30.45
Leaded Brass Gear Blank Scrap
Machining waste from leaded brass gear blanks for transmissions, copper-zinc <94% Cu, lead >0.3% aiding chip break. Fits HTS brass scrap definition note (a).
Leaded Brass Fire Extinguisher Valve Scrap
Discarded brass valves from fire extinguishers with lead content >0.3%, copper-zinc alloy <94% Cu. Safety equipment recycling waste under brass classification note (a).
Lead-Bearing Brass Plumbing Scrap
Waste scrap from old leaded brass plumbing fittings, valves, and pipes with copper content under 94% and lead over 0.3%, classified as brass alloy scrap per subheading note (a). It consists primarily of copper-zinc alloy remnants from plumbing fixtures designed for machinability. This falls under HTS 7404.00.30.45 due to its brass composition and lead content.
Leaded Brass Musical Instrument Valve Scrap
Scrap valves and pistons from trumpets/trombones made of leaded brass for lubrication, Cu-Zn <94%, Pb>0.3%. Brass alloy waste per note (a). From band instrument repair shops.
Leaded Yellow Brass Water Meter Scrap
Scrap from discarded leaded yellow brass water meters and housings, featuring copper-zinc alloy with >0.3% lead for easy machining, copper <94%. Classified under brass waste per HTS chapter subheading note (a). Typical from municipal utility replacements.
Leaded Brass Faucet Cartridge Scrap
Waste from leaded brass faucet cartridges and stems, copper-zinc base alloy scrap with >0.3% lead and <94% copper total. Meets brass definition in subheading note (a) for tariff purposes. Recovered from residential fixture teardowns.
Leaded Red Brass Valve Scrap
Scrap red brass valves with higher copper but total <94%, zinc base with >0.3% lead per note (a). From industrial and marine applications, classified as low-copper brass alloy waste. High demand for remelting.
Leaded Brass Lock Cylinder Scrap
Discarded leaded brass lock cylinders and keys, copper-zinc scrap <94% Cu, >0.3% Pb for machinability. Fits brass alloy waste under subheading note (a). From locksmith and hardware recycling.
Leaded Brass Bearing Shell Scrap
Scrap from leaded brass engine and machinery bearings, Cu-Zn base <94% Cu, lead >0.3% as intentional alloying. Per note (a), classified as brass waste for automotive recycling streams.
Leaded Muntz Metal Ship Propeller Scrap
Alpha-beta brass (Muntz metal) scrap from marine propellers with lead addition >0.3%, copper total <94%. Brass per note (a) due to zinc predominance. From shipbreaking operations.
Leaded Brass Ammunition Casing Scrap
Spent leaded brass shell casings from military/police ranges, Cu-Zn alloy <94% Cu, >0.3% Pb. Classified as brass scrap under note (a). Popular for reloading and melting.
Leaded Brass Electrical Terminal Scrap
Scrap brass terminals/standoffs from wiring harnesses with lead >0.3% for solderability, Cu-Zn base <94%. Electrical equipment recycling stream classified as brass per note (a).
Leaded Brass Clock Gear Scrap
Waste from precision leaded brass clock/watch gears, Cu-Zn <94%, Pb>0.3% for fine machining. Horology scrap classified under brass waste note (a).
Leaded Brass Radiator Fitting Scrap
Scrap radiator petcocks and fittings from automotive/ industrial cooling systems, leaded brass Cu-Zn <94%, Pb>0.3%. Recycling byproduct classified per note (a).
Leaded Brass Marine Through-Hull Fitting Scrap
Scrap through-hull fittings and seacocks from boats, leaded dezincification-resistant brass <94% Cu, Pb>0.3%. Naval architecture waste per brass note (a).