Brass Lock and Key Scrap

Discarded brass padlocks, door locks, and keys, copper-zinc alloy scrap with less than 94% copper. HTS 7404.00.30.55 applies to this miscellaneous brass waste.

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.

8301.40.30Lower: 13.1% vs 25%

If complete functional locks

Assembled locks as finished goods go to Chapter 83 locks/handles, not scrap.

7404.00.30Same rate: 25%

If copper-nickel base alloys

Different alloy base (note (d)) has separate low-copper scrap classification.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Drill or declare locks disarmed; avoid security concerns at customs

• Batch by alloy type to prevent nickel silver contamination

• Document as non-functional scrap, not resale inventory