Gunmetal Valve Scrap
Scrap from RG5 gunmetal valves (88Cu-5Sn-5Zn-2Pb), HTS 7404.00.60.65. Traditional gunmetal qualifies as bronze since tin predominates over zinc (5%<10% limit) per subheading note (b).
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If zinc content exceeds 10% or predominates
Higher zinc shifts classification to brass per explicit subheading note exclusion.
If imported as used fittings, not scrap
Used pipe fittings of iron/steel in Chapter 73; bronze fittings may go to 7419 if complete.
If mixed metal ash/dross
Other metal slag/ash containing copper classified as mineral residues in Chapter 26.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• ,Obtain end-user certificates if scrap destined for remelt into pressure vessels
• Separate cast from wrought bronze scrap for accurate statistical reporting
Related Products under HTS 7404.00.60.65
Phosphor Bronze Scrap Turnings
Scrap metal turnings generated from machining phosphor bronze components, classified under HTS 7404.00.60.65 as copper-tin base alloy (bronze) waste. Phosphor bronze is a copper-tin alloy with up to 10% tin and small phosphorus addition, meeting the chapter definition where tin predominates over other elements.
Aluminum Bronze Pipe Scrap
Waste scraps from copper-tin-aluminum bronze pipes used in marine applications, under HTS 7404.00.60.65. Meets bronze definition as tin predominates over aluminum and other elements, with zinc <10% where applicable.
Leaded Tin Bronze Bushing Scrap
Scrap from worn leaded tin bronze bushings in automotive engines, HTS 7404.00.60.65. Leaded bronzes qualify as copper-tin base alloys with tin predominant over lead and other minor elements.
Silicon Bronze Rod Clippings
Manufacturing clippings from silicon bronze rods used for welding wire, under HTS 7404.00.60.65. Silicon bronzes are copper-tin alloys with silicon addition where tin remains predominant.