Brass Plumbing Scrap
Waste brass scrap from discarded plumbing fixtures like valves, fittings, and pipes, consisting primarily of copper-zinc alloys where zinc predominates. Classified under HTS 7404.00.60.90 as copper alloy scrap other than specific refinery wastes, meeting the subheading note definition for brasses. Typically contains less than 5% nickel and 3% tin.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If from copper alloy refinery waste
Refinery wastes of copper alloys fall under a specific higher-priority subheading before 'other' categories.
If unalloyed copper scrap
Scrap without alloying elements like zinc is classified under pure copper waste headings.
If electronic component scrap with significant wiring
Scrap primarily consisting of insulated copper wire from alloys shifts to Chapter 85 for electrical waste.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain material composition certificates verifying copper-zinc alloy status per subheading note (a) to avoid reclassification; ensure scrap is clean of hazardous contaminants for EPA compliance; declare exact alloy breakdown to prevent undervaluation penalties
Related Products under HTS 7404.00.60.90
Yellow Brass Turning Scrap
Machining turnings and borings from yellow brass (high zinc copper alloy) used in manufacturing. Meets brass definition as copper-zinc base with zinc predominant and minimal other elements. HTS 7404.00.60.90 covers this 'other' copper alloy scrap.
Bronze Bearing Scrap
Scrap from worn bronze bushings and bearings, copper-tin alloys where tin predominates or meets exception criteria (tin 3%+ , zinc <10%). Falls under HTS 7404.00.60.90 as other copper alloy scrap per subheading note (b).
Nickel Silver Sheet Scrap
Trim and reject scrap from nickel silver (copper-nickel-zinc alloy with ≥5% nickel) sheet production for tableware. HTS 7404.00.60.90 for other copper alloy scrap matching subheading note (c).
Brass Cartridge Case Scrap
Spent brass shell casings from ammunition, classic 70/30 copper-zinc alloy scrap. Classified as other copper alloy waste under 7404.00.60.90; cleaned and sorted for brass recovery.
Phosphor Bronze Wire Scrap
Scrap phosphor bronze wire from electrical contacts and springs, copper-tin-phosphorus alloy meeting bronze criteria. HTS 7404.00.60.90 as other copper alloy scrap.
Admiralty Brass Tube Scrap
Scrap condenser and heat exchanger tubes made from admiralty brass (copper-zinc-tin arsenical alloy). Fits brass definition; HTS 7404.00.60.90 for other alloy scrap.