Refined Copper Transformer Scrap

Copper windings and coils scrapped from obsolete electrical transformers. HTS 7404.00.60.20 for refined copper content after oil removal and processing.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChinaFree+25.0%25%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexicoFreeโ€”Free
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanadaFreeโ€”Free
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermanyFreeโ€”Free
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapanFreeโ€”Free

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8504.40.85.00Higher: 35% vs 25%

If imported as whole scrapped transformers

Static converters/parts remain in Chapter 85 until dismantled to copper scrap.

7404.00.60.45Same rate: 25%

If alloyed windings (e.g., admiralty brass)

Specific alloy scrap subheadings per subheading note compositions.

7407Lower: 11.6% vs 25%

If remelted into refined copper billets

Semi-finished refined copper products exclude waste classification.

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Certify PCB-free status with transformer oil analysis reports

โ€ข Process via chopping lines to separate copper from laminations

โ€ข Declare net copper weight post-dismantling for accurate duty calculation