Lead-Bearing Brass Lock Scrap from Japan
Waste from brass padlocks and door hardware containing over 0.3% lead in the alloy. HTS 7404.00.60.45 applies to this copper-zinc base scrap with lead threshold. Sourced from hardware recycling streams.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Use spectrometric analysis to confirm composition meets brass definition and lead >0.3%
• Check state-specific lead recycling bans; federal TSCA pre-notification may apply
• Bundle with photos/weight certificates to speed customs valuation