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.
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 identifiable as spent anodes
Specific form (spent anodes) has dedicated subheading within low-copper brass scrap.
If containing precious metals from primers
Scrap with gold/platinum traces from ammunition shifts to Chapter 71 waste.
If of refined copper content >=94%
Higher copper purity moves out of alloy 'other' category to general high-copper scrap.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain ATF approval if military surplus; declare demilitarized status
• Submit detailed chemical analysis confirming zinc-dominant brass alloy per HTS subheading note (a)
• Segregate from high-zinc scrap that might qualify under different alloy notes
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 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.
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.