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).

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+25.0%25%
🇲🇽MexicoFree—Free
🇨🇦CanadaFree—Free
🇩🇪GermanyFree—Free
🇯🇵JapanFree—Free

Alternative Classifications

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

9114.90Lower: 14.2% vs 25%

If clock/watch parts

Not scrap if identifiable as mechanisms (Chapter 91).

7404.00.30Same rate: 25%

If other copper alloys

Non-specified alloys outside base notes.

9105Lower: 13.2% vs 25%

If wall clock mechanisms

Used clocks/parts remain in Chapter 91.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Micro-components need representative sampling for assays

• Swiss/German origin common; verify Basel conventions compliance

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