Brass Radiator Scrap

Tube and header scrap from automotive or industrial brass radiators, copper content 87-93% in Cu-Zn alloy form. HTS 7404.00.30.90 for <94% Cu copper alloy waste and scrap. Source for yellow brass ingots.

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.

7404.00Same rate: 25%

If high-purity alloy radiators

Some modern radiators use 94%+ Cu alloys qualifying for spent anode category.

8708.99.81Higher: 37.5% vs 25%

If imported as vehicle part sets

Radiators in motor vehicle part kits classify under auto parts until scrapped.

2619.00.30.00Higher: 35% vs 25%

If heavy slag/scale content

Oxidized slag-heavy scrap becomes copper bearing slag under Chapter 26.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Clip off lead solder joints pre-shipment; residual Pb triggers hazmat declaration

• Steel fins often attached; shear separation required or risks ferrous heading

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Nickel Silver Musical Instrument Scrap

Scrap from nickel silver (Cu-Ni-Zn) trumpet valves and saxophone keys, copper ~65%, Ni 18%, Zn 17%. <94% Cu qualifies as 'other' copper alloy scrap under HTS 7404.00.30.90 despite nickel content <5% threshold. Recycled for instrument alloys.

Muntz Metal Propeller Scrap

Scrap from Muntz metal (60/40 Cu-Zn) marine propellers and shafts, copper content 58-75% after corrosion. Fits HTS 7404.00.30.90 as other low-Cu (<94%) copper alloy scrap. Source for alpha-beta brass.

Brass Nameplate Scrap

Etched and stamped brass identification plates from machinery/vehicles, copper 85-92% in naval brass alloy. HTS 7404.00.30.90 for miscellaneous <94% Cu copper alloy scrap. Remelt for thin gauge strip.

Brass Electrical Connector Scrap

Pin and socket scrap from wiring harness connectors (C26000 cartridge brass, 87% Cu). <94% Cu fits HTS 7404.00.30.90 other copper alloy scrap. Recycled for pin stock.

Brass Valve Stem Scrap

Forged stems and bodies from industrial ball/globe valves (85-10-5 Cu-Zn-Pb), copper 82-90%. HTS 7404.00.30.90 for low-grade alloy scrap. Fodder for forging stock.