Brass Musical Instrument Scrap from Japan
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).
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• 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