Brass Plumbing Scrap
Waste brass scrap recovered from discarded plumbing fixtures such as faucets, valves, and pipe fittings. Classified under HTS 7404.00.60.55 as scrap of copper-zinc base alloys (brass), where zinc predominates over other elements and meets brass alloy definitions per chapter notes.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If of copper-tin base alloys (bronze)
Bronze scrap with tin predominating over other elements falls under copper-tin alloy scrap per subheading note (b).
If of refined copper only
Pure copper scrap without significant alloying elements is classified under unalloyed copper waste.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify alloy composition via spectrometry to confirm zinc predominance and brass classification per subheading note (a)
• Provide certificates of scrap origin and cleanliness to avoid contamination penalties during customs inspection
• Ensure compliance with EPA recycling regulations for metal scrap imports
Related Products under HTS 7404.00.60.55
Brass Shell Casings Scrap
Spent brass cartridge casings from military or sporting ammunition, containing copper-zinc alloy scrap. Falls under HTS 7404.00.60.55 as 'other' brass scrap where zinc content exceeds other elements per chapter definitions.
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 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).
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
Scrap from padlocks, door locks, and hardware with brass bodies (copper-zinc). HTS 7404.00.60.55 covers other brass scrap meeting zinc-dominant criteria.