Brass Musical Instrument Scrap
Discarded brass valves, mouthpieces, and tubing from trumpets and trombones, copper-zinc base alloy scrap under 94% copper. HTS 7404.00.30.55 covers this as general brass scrap.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +25.0% | 25% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If of copper-nickel-zinc (nickel silver)
Nickel >=5% per note (c) directs to separate nickel silver scrap subheading.
If mixed ferrous contamination >10%
Significant iron content may reclassify as iron/steel scrap under Chapter 72.
If refined copper cathodes >=99.1%
Electrolytically refined high-purity copper moves to unwrought refined copper heading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify no lacquer or plating affects alloy classification; strip if needed
• Include photos/documentation showing scrap origin from instruments
• Avoid bundling with bronze components that would require 7404.00.30.60
Related Products under HTS 7404.00.30.55
Brass Plumbing Scrap
Waste and scrap from discarded brass plumbing fittings, valves, and pipes made of copper-zinc base alloys with copper content under 94%. Classified under HTS 7404.00.30.55 as brass scrap not meeting higher purity thresholds or specific forms like spent anodes.
Brass Shell Casings Scrap
Spent brass cartridge cases from military or sporting ammunition, copper-zinc alloy scrap with copper below 94% by weight. Fits HTS 7404.00.30.55 as 'other' brass waste not qualifying as spent anodes.
Brass Faucet Scrap
Waste brass from old kitchen/bathroom faucets and spigots, copper-zinc alloys with copper content less than 94%. Classified in HTS 7404.00.30.55 as other brass scrap.
Brass Radiator Scrap
Scrap from automotive or industrial brass radiator cores and tanks, copper-zinc base alloys below 94% copper content. Falls under HTS 7404.00.30.55 for other brass waste.
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.
Brass Bearing Scrap
Waste from worn brass bushings and sleeve bearings from machinery, copper-zinc alloys under 94% Cu. Classified as other brass scrap under HTS 7404.00.30.55.