Magnesium Casting Gate Scrap
Gates and risers removed from magnesium alloy sand castings for engine blocks. As generated waste, it fits HTS 8104.20.00.00 for magnesium scrap.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If engine-specific castings
Scrap from identified engine parts stays in Chapter 84.
If copper-magnesium ore residue
Mining residues classify under roasted copper ores.
If sand-contaminated
Foundry waste with media becomes chemical preparations.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Attach foundry scrap generation records
• Ensure sand-free for proper density valuation
• Avoid mixing with aluminum casting scrap
Related Products under HTS 8104.20.00.00
Magnesium Alloy Turnings
Shavings and turnings generated from machining magnesium alloy parts in aerospace manufacturing. Classified under HTS 8104.20.00.00 as waste and scrap of magnesium since it consists of magnesium alloy fragments with less than 99% magnesium content by weight, unfit for direct use.
Magnesium Die Casting Scrap
Scrap fragments from rejected magnesium alloy die castings in automotive part production. Falls under HTS 8104.20.00.00 as magnesium waste and scrap due to its alloy composition and unsuitability for production without remelting.
Magnesium Borings from Machining
Fine borings produced during CNC machining of magnesium alloy components for electronics housings. This waste and scrap is classified in HTS 8104.20.00.00 per Chapter 81 notes for magnesium alloys under 99% purity.
Used Magnesium Alloy Sheets Scrap
Trimming and offcut scrap from magnesium alloy sheets used in aircraft skinning. HTS 8104.20.00.00 applies as waste and scrap of magnesium articles, meeting alloy definition.
Magnesium Ladder Rung Scrap
Scrap from defective magnesium alloy ladder rungs rejected during quality control. As waste from magnesium articles, it is dutiable under HTS 8104.20.00.00.
Magnesium Extrusion Scrap
End cuts and rejects from magnesium alloy extrusion profiles for automotive wheels. Classified as magnesium waste and scrap in HTS 8104.20.00.00 due to alloy nature.