Aluminum Wheel Scrap

Demolished automotive aluminum alloy wheels, but pure non-alloyed versions for recycling. Under 7602.00.00.65 as other recyclable aluminum if meeting purity note (a); common rim scrap.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

7602.00.00Same rate: 35%

If alloyed wheels (e.g., with Mg/Si)

Chapter note (b) defines alloys; common for cast wheels.

8708.80.65Higher: 52.5% vs 35%

If parts of scrapped vehicles

Vehicle parts/scrapped autos have dedicated heading.

7616.99.51Higher: 37.5% vs 35%

If machined wheel blanks

Semi-finished wheel articles classify as other aluminum articles.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Decast wheels and verify alloy content; many are 6061 alloy requiring separate HTS

Steel wheel weights must be 100% removed pre-shipment

Hub marks can indicate alloy type – document with photos