Tantalum Scrap from Capacitor Manufacturing from Mexico
Waste tantalum material generated during the production of electrolytic capacitors, consisting of shavings, clippings, and rejected components containing at least 99% tantalum by weight. Classified under HTS 8103.30.00.00 as tantalum waste and scrap due to its unprocessed form unfit for direct use.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• Verify tantalum content exceeds 99% by weight via certified assay reports to avoid reclassification as lower-grade metal scrap
• Provide documentation proving origin from legitimate manufacturing waste, not mined ore, to comply with conflict mineral regulations