Brass Musical Instrument Scrap
Discarded brass trumpet valves, trombone slides, and instrument parts made of copper-zinc alloy. Classified as 'other' under HTS 7404.00.60.55 for brass scrap per subheading note (a).
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If of copper-nickel-zinc alloys
Nickel silvers with ≥5% nickel per note (c) use separate subheading.
If sold as parts, not scrap
Reusable brass instrument components remain in Chapter 92.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide dismantling certificates to prove scrap status vs. reusable parts
• Label bundles clearly to facilitate customs visual inspection
• Watch for nickel content exceeding 5% which shifts to nickel silver classification
Related Products under HTS 7404.00.60.55
Brass Plumbing Scrap
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Brass Shell Casings Scrap
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Brass Radiator Scrap
Scrap from automotive or industrial brass radiators and cores, primarily copper-zinc alloy. HTS 7404.00.60.55 covers this 'other' brass scrap meeting alloy criteria with zinc predominant.
Brass Faucet Scrap
Scrap brass from household and commercial faucets, valves, and fittings with copper-zinc base composition. HTS 7404.00.60.55 for other brass scrap where zinc predominates.
Brass Bearing Scrap
Waste brass bushings and sleeve bearings from machinery, copper-zinc alloy scrap. Fits HTS 7404.00.60.55 'other' category for brass per chapter alloy definitions.
Brass Lock Scrap
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