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.

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.

7407Lower: 11.6% vs 25%

If remelted into billets

Semi-manufactured products from scrap processing shift to Chapter 74 heading 7407.

7404.00.60Same rate: 25%

If high copper content >=94%

Purity level determines move to non-alloy high-copper scrap subheadings.

8544.49.20Higher: 38.5% vs 25%

If from copper-clad insulated wire

Wire scrap with insulation classified under Chapter 85 electrical waste.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Remove solder and steel attachments before shipment to maintain pure brass classification

• Include spectrometry reports confirming zinc predominance per note (a)

• Comply with DOT hazardous waste rules if coolant residues present